Corrigan, Maya

Corrigan’s ninth “Five-Ingredient Mystery” (after Bake Offed) is a satisfying read and enacts its title as it delivers a riveting murder mystery with a sweet ending.

Lots of suspects abound and the puzzle solution is deftly handled in this charming cozy debut that is appealingly set on Maryland's Eastern Shore. With recipes included, this is definitely a starter for fans of Diane Mott Davidson, Lou Jane Temple, and Virginia Rich. [Corrigan was a winner of the 2013 Daphne du Maurier Award for Excellence in Unpublished Mystery/Suspense for The Art of Deceit.