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Book Review of All You Need is Fudge (Candy-Coated, Bk 4)

All You Need is Fudge (Candy-Coated, Bk 4)
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All You Need is Fudge is the fourth installment in the Candy Coated mystery series. Alice (Allie) McMurphy has inherited the Historic McMurphy Hotel on Mackinac Island from her grandfather Papa Liam, and has successfully added her Fudge Shop to the hotel's lobby.

It's the week of the annual Yacht Race and the island is buzzing with tourists. Allie is out walking through the marina early one morning when her Bichon puppy Mal (short for Marshmallow) tugs her to the edge of the boat basin to point out a body floating in the water. Allie jumps in and pulls out the body of Carin Moore.

Officer Rex Manning determines that Carin had been bludgeoned before she was pushed into the water, and the prime suspect in her murder is Paige Jessop. Paige is the younger sister of Allie's boyfriend Trent, and Allie is determined to find the real killer and protect her friend.

Along with her best friend Jenn Christensen and Jenn's boyfriend, Officer Shane Carpenter, the group soon discovers that Carin was one of the least liked people in the Mackinac social set. In addition to Paige's volatile history with her, even Carin's best friend Eleanor Wadsworth had issues with the young woman.

In the midst of finding a killer and running the fudge shop, Allie and Jenn are asked by McMurphy handyman Mr. Devaney to help him plan a proposal. Mr. Devaney has decided to ask McMurphy front manager Frances to marry him in a special and romantic setting perfect for the two Seniors who have finally found love again.

Nancy Coco and the Candy Coated series will transport you to Mackinac Island. A warm and friendly cast of characters, mouth watering fudge recipes and loveable pets make this a series you won't want to pass up.

I received an advanced copy of this book from NetGalley via Kensington Publishing. While not required to write a review I am more than happy of offer my honest opinion.