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Cream Caramel and Murder (Holly Holmes Cozy Culinary Mystery Series) Paperback – July 26, 2019

by K.E. O'Connor (Author)
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With its stunning turrets and beautiful rose gardens, I always thought Audley Castle was perfect, set in the idyllic English village of Audley St. Mary. It’s a place I love to call home. But behind the trimmed hedgerows, stately gardens, and birdsong, a killer is waiting…

After being forced to close my charming café in this quaint little village, I'm thrilled to get a job in the Audley Castle kitchens, making divine treats for visitors and serving the Audley family who live in the castle.

The joy fades when I take my beloved dog for his daily walk, and he leads us to the body of a family friend, Kendal Jakes. Seemingly caught in the act of tampering with evidence by the castle’s security team, I become the number one murder suspect in their investigation. It’ll take more than my skills with a piping bag to solve this crisis.

As fingers get pointed at me, I have no choice but to take matters into my flour-covered hands and clear my name. As I snoop around, I discover old rivalry, jealousy, and long-standing grudges. But who killed Kendal?

If I'm charged with this crime, my friendship with Princess Alice will be over, and my blossoming crush on the handsome Lord Rupert will be a distant memory. And he has such a lovely smile. A kitchen assistant and a lord is an impossible dream, but every woman deserves a little indulgence.

Having mastered the art of creating a perfectly fluffy souffle, I’m known for my determination to get things right, and I won’t rest until I uncover the truth about this murder. Even if doing so puts me in the killer’s line of sight…

Cream Caramel and Murder is book one in a complete nine-book culinary mystery series set in an enchanting English paradise. Each cozy mystery features our sleuth, Holly Holmes, her cute dog, Meatball, and a cast of quirky villagers.

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"I truly loved the characters in this book, they were so vivid and fun! The writing was well done and the story was interesting and took a few turns that kept me guessing." Amazon reviewer

"This is a charming ever-moving fun read - Jump in and enjoy!" Amazon reviewer

"A great cozy mystery with tradition, Lords, Ladies, a modern baker intrigued with everyone and everything around her, and a murderer wanting revenge. This story gives you a little bit of everything! Great characters, great writing!" Amazon reviewer

"I love this series. I can’t wait for the next book. The characters are so real and I can just see them in her description. Not your typical upstairs, downstairs type of book. Funny and wonderful." Amazon reviewer
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  1. Book 2 of 10
    Holly Holmes Cozy Culinary Mystery Series
  2. Print length
    222 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publication date
    July 26, 2019
  5. Dimensions
    5 x 0.56 x 8 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    191635730X
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1916357303
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"What a hoot! Instead of Audley castle, it's more like Oddly castle! Everybody is a real character, the security chief needs to get a grip, the family members are terribly interesting, the murdered man is a real bozo with only one small brain, and even Holly the sleuth has a grandma who isn't wrapped too tight. Great sleuthing with plenty of plot twists, red herrings, and laugh yourself silly situations. Enjoy!"


"A great cozy mystery with tradition, Lords, Ladies, a modern baker intrigued with everyone and everything around her, and a murderer wanting revenge. This story gives you a little bit of everything! Great characters, great writing!"


"I truly loved the characters in this book, they were so vivid and fun! The writing was well done and the story was interesting and took a few turns that kept me guessing. So happy to have a new series by this author. I will patiently wait for the next one."


"Loved it. A lighthearted read that strikes the right cord between humour and seriousness. The characters too are the perfect blend of autocratic aristocracy and the down to earth commoners. A great plot that revolves around a murder of a guest at the castle. But who is the culprit?"


"Scrumptious start to a new series. Holly and Meatball make a great team and can sniff out the culprit together. The setting is enjoyable and I am curious to see where Holly's relationship goes with Alice and Rupert."


"A fun read featuring Holly Holmes, great cake baker and her dog, Meatball. She works in the kitchen of Audley Castle creating mouth watering desserts. Characters are wonderfully created and believable in that setting."

About the Author

K.E. O'Connor is the author of the Witch Haven mystery series, the Crypt Witch cozy mysteries, the Lorna Shadow ghost mysteries, the Holly Holmes baking mysteries, the Zee Town paranormal cozy series, and the Old Sarum mystery series, along with other titles available if you cast the right spell. She can imagine dragons, taste cookies when they aren't even there, and hear the crack of a witch's broom at a hundred paces. K.E. (the K stands for Karen) lives in the United Kingdom (it isn't very united, but that's a mystery for another time) among the mystical stones and fairy creatures of Somerset. She graduated from the Universities of Southampton and Reading, where she received degrees in Archaeology and Cognitive Evolution (both highly entertaining to take part in, but with the career options of a ground witch's toe bone.) If you're of the curious persuasion and want to know more, visit her website at www.keoconnor.com for enlightening knowledge on all things cozy mystery, book news, and a peek into the magical world of a writer who believes animals talk and magic is just a finger click away. To contact her, visit her Facebook page - www.facebook/keoconnorauthor, join her newsletter -https: //www.subscribepage.com/cozymysteries, or dust off that haunted mirror in your cellar and speak the ancient magical words to transport yourself into her lounge. There might be tea and cookies waiting, or there might be giants - it depends on her mood.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ K.E. O'Connor Books (July 26, 2019)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 222 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 191635730X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1916357303
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 8.8 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5 x 0.56 x 8 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,146 ratings

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  1. K E O'Connor

    K E O'Connor

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    K.E. O’Connor is the author of the Witch Haven mystery series, the Crypt Witch cozy mysteries, the Lorna Shadow ghost mysteries, the Holly Holmes baking mysteries, the Zee Town paranormal cozy series, and the Old Sarum mystery series, along with other titles available if you cast the right spell. She can imagine dragons, taste cookies when they aren’t even there, and hear the crack of a witch’s broom at a hundred paces.

    K.E. (the K stands for Karen) lives in the United Kingdom (it isn’t very united, but that’s a mystery for another time) among the mystical stones and fairy creatures of Somerset. She graduated from the Universities of Southampton and Reading, where she received degrees in Archaeology and Cognitive Evolution (both highly entertaining to take part in, but with the career options of a ground witch’s toe bone.)

    If you’re of the curious persuasion and want to know more, visit her website at www.keoconnor.com for enlightening knowledge on all things cozy mystery, book news, and a peek into the magical world of a writer who believes animals talk and magic is just a finger click away.

    To contact her, visit her Facebook page – www.facebook/keoconnorauthor, join her email list, or dust off that haunted mirror in your cellar and speak the ancient magical words to transport yourself into her lounge. There may be tea and cookies waiting, or there may be giants – it depends on her mood.

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    K.E. O'Connor

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    K.E. O’Connor is the author of the Witch Haven mystery series, the Crypt Witch cozy mysteries, the Lorna Shadow ghost mysteries, the Holly Holmes baking mysteries, the Zee Town paranormal cozy series, and the Old Sarum mystery series, along with other titles available if you cast the right spell. She can imagine dragons, taste cookies when they aren’t even there, and hear the crack of a witch’s broom at a hundred paces.

    K.E. (the K stands for Karen) lives in the United Kingdom (it isn’t very united, but that’s a mystery for another time) among the mystical stones and fairy creatures of Somerset. She graduated from the Universities of Southampton and Reading, where she received degrees in Archaeology and Cognitive Evolution (both highly entertaining to take part in, but with the career options of a ground witch’s toe bone.)

    If you’re of the curious persuasion and want to know more, visit her website at www.keoconnor.com for enlightening knowledge on all things cozy mystery, book news, and a peek into the magical world of a writer who believes animals talk and magic is just a finger click away.

    To contact her, visit her Facebook page – www.facebook/keoconnorauthor, join her email list, or dust off that haunted mirror in your cellar and speak the ancient magical words to transport yourself into her lounge. There may be tea and cookies waiting, or there may be giants – it depends on her mood.

    See more on the author's page
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Margaret
5.0 out of 5 stars Very interesting
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This book is different in a few ways. The author has a way of keeping the reader going in circles trying to guess who the person is that is after vengeance. The characters are very will written and you keep trying to eliminate each one a really great book
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Danielle
4.0 out of 5 stars Baker, lords and ladies, castle, and possible ghosts
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This was such an entertaining read. Though it had some cozy mystery tropes, this had such a unique premise of taking place at a castle and mingling with modern royalty along with a compelling mystery. The pacing was great. My interest was engaged the entire time. There were a few twists and turns along the way. It was great. I really enjoyed this one.
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Mary C
5.0 out of 5 stars This is a fun book!
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This is the first book by K. E. O'Connor that I have read. It was a very entertaining book! I really enjoyed reading it. I plan to see what other books this author has available and read them. I recommend this story, and of course this author.
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Tari H.
5.0 out of 5 stars Lots of fun sleuthing with royalty who's cool and fun to hang out with
Reviewed in the United States on December 19, 2020
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This was really a fun book! I have all the books in the series, so I don't know why it's taken me so long to start on it lol. It was like reading a modern day fairy tale only the Lord and Princess were really cool and down-to-earth people. Holly worked as a pastry chef for the castle and became good friends with Princess Alice who totally cracked me up! She came off as really ditzy, but apparently she was smarter than she let on. Her brother, Lord Rupert was a sweetheart who seemed to want to work up the courage to ask Holly out. Even their aunt the Duchess was a pretty nice lady and very approachable.

I never would have guessed the killer, although I was on the right track. The showdown was a good one, and Holly may have even gotten a little approval from tough-as-nails security guy Campbell. I'm definitely interested in reading more. I really liked these three main characters and can see Alice wanting to help on any cases that come along in the future. She's crazy fun!
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C. Malito
3.0 out of 5 stars cute
Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2022
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This is an easy book to read. Characters are a bit exaggerated. Other than the setting, not much seems to be very realistic.
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DC Bautista
4.0 out of 5 stars Well-written
Reviewed in the United States on January 15, 2021
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It was my first time reading from this author, and the story was good. It had a lot of characters; although, it would've been nice if there were a few physical descriptions of the heroine and the others---it was hard to picture them in my head. Anyway, the mystery kept me guessing. This was a clean cozy---no cussing or gory details. It is a story written in a British setting, so it will take some getting used to to the lingo.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Edge of my seat
Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2024
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The author had me on the edge of my seat with the twists and turns leading to the arrest of the correct criminal. A must read!
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Lisa Robison
5.0 out of 5 stars Sweet cakes
Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2024
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Who would have thought Holly would find herself right in the middle of a murder investigation? Holly’s cakes make her popular with the royal family. It took a few twists and turns to solve this mystery. I’m looking forward to reading book two.
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Liz Nesbitt
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Read
Reviewed in Canada on January 6, 2024
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5/ 5 stars it was funny moving how'd you guessing who done it. Definitely recommended his book to all my friends
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Cheryl Davidson
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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 31, 2023
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Deborah Jay
4.0 out of 5 stars Light, fun easy read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 1, 2023
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Holly Holmes has just begun her new job as baker at Audley Castle, catering both to the family and the castle tea rooms. Taking a walk in the grounds with her adorable Corgi, Meatball, she finds herself thrust headlong into the position of prime suspect when Meatball sniffs out the partially buried body of a friend of the aristocratic family. Not only was Holly first on the scene, but the victim was known to have behaved inappropriately towards her the previous day.
This is an easy, light read, provided you are prepared to overlook the bizarre notion that a prince would accept the far more common title of lord and consider it an honour. I found the misunderstanding of lineage and titles distracting and confusing, I must admit, but that aside, the characters themselves are personable and the story itself is just fine.
The super-intense security officer, the somewhat batty, psychic grandmother who lives in one of the (apparently haunted) castle turrets, and the scary head chef all add delicious flavour to the whole eccentric set-up, and I plan to read the next in series, which I only do if a set of characters really resonate with me.
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RBD
5.0 out of 5 stars Good easy light read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 7, 2022
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The story is set in an English village. It has a castle that has an aristocratic family living in it.
There is the requisite murder of a guest, a friend of the family. A baker at the castle who gets on with everyone who has to clear her name...
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Gudy Terenzio
4.0 out of 5 stars Fun
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 22, 2020
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Holly Holmes has started a new job as baker at Audley Castle. She enjoys the baking, the eccentric family and her new flat which comes with the job very much till she is requested to serves some bakes at a school reunion of Lord Rupert.

The next day Princess Alice, Rupert's sister, and Holly (or rather Holly's dog Meatball) discover a hand sticking out a shallow grave and Holly becomes a suspect because she had the night before words with the victim.

It is essential that Holly proofs her innocents or all her dreams of staying on at the castle will be taken away from her.
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