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Avery Aames

The Long Quiche Goodbye

"The Long Quiche Goodbye" by Avery Aames is a delightful cozy mystery that combines the charm of a small town with the intrigue of a murder investigation. The story is set in the picturesque village of Providence, Ohio, where the protagonist, Charlotte Bessette, has just opened a gourmet cheese shop. Charlotte is a warm and likable character, who is still recovering from a recent divorce and is eager to make a fresh start in Providence. She is a passionate cheese aficionado, and her shop, Fromagerie Bessette, quickly becomes the heart of the community. However, when the president of the local garden club is found dead, after eating a quiche from Charlotte's shop, she becomes the prime suspect in the murder investigation. Determined to clear her name, Charlotte teams up with her neighbor, a handsome police officer named Jordan Pepper, to uncover the truth. Together, they unravel a web of secrets and lies that run deep in the community, and discover that the victim had many enemies. Along the way, Charlotte learns to trust her instincts, and to rely on her new friends and neighbors. The book is a charming and engaging read, with a well-crafted plot and a cast of quirky and memorable characters. The author's love of food is evident in the detailed descriptions of cheese and quiche, and the recipes included at the end of the book are a nice touch. The mystery is satisfying, with a few unexpected twists and turns, and the resolution is both clever and satisfying. Overall, "The Long Quiche Goodbye" is a delightful and entertaining cozy mystery that will appeal to fans of the genre. The combination of food, small-town charm, and a clever mystery make it a standout addition to the cozy mystery genre.