Description
Discover the enchanting tale of Corinna Chapman in this beautifully crafted novel, set against the backdrop of a charming bakery, Earthly Delights. From the moment Corinna begins her day at 4 AM, the alchemical process of baking unveils an enticing narrative filled with suspense, humor, and the aroma of freshly baked bread. As she navigates through the chaos of a threatening note, a syringe found in her cat's paw, and the unexpected involvement of a mysterious stranger, readers are drawn into the complexities of her life as a baker and amateur sleuth. This engaging book, published by Allen & Unwin, is not just about baking bread, but also the intriguing mysteries of life, with elements of Goth culture, witchcraft, and the struggles of the urban community woven throughout. With 288 pages of captivating storytelling, this novel appeals to lovers of cozy mysteries and culinary fiction alike. Whether you enjoy baking or are a fan of well-crafted tales of suspense, this book is a delightful addition to any collection. Ideal for readers who appreciate rich, layered narratives, the story invites you to dive into Corinna's world where baking becomes an adventure and each chapter unfolds new layers of mystery. Perfectly suited for those searching for a modern culinary mystery, savor the journey through Calico Alley as you explore the delightful yet dangerous ingredients of Corinna's life. Get your copy today and enjoy fast delivery, ensuring your adventure begins right at your doorstep.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781741142365
Year: 2004
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Pages: 288
Description:
Baking is an alchemical process for Corinna Chapman. At four am she starts work at Earthly Delights, her bakery in Calico Alley.
But one morning Corinna receives a threatening note saying 'The wages of sin is death' and finds a syringe in her cat's paw. A blue-faced junkie has collapsed in the dark alley and a mysterious man with beautiful eyes appears with a plan for Corinna and her bread. Then it is Goths, dead drug addicts, witchcraft, a homeless boy and a missing girl and it seems she will never get those muffins cooked in time.
With flair, chutzpah and a talent for kneading, Corinna Chapman will find out who exactly is threatening her life and bake some beautiful bread.
'Greenwood provides us with lavish helpings of the ingredients essential to good popular fiction: food, frocks, furnishings and some essential frolicks beneath the sheets' - Sydney Morning Herald on Murder in Montparnasse
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781741142365
Year: 2004
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Pages: 288
Description:
Baking is an alchemical process for Corinna Chapman. At four am she starts work at Earthly Delights, her bakery in Calico Alley.
But one morning Corinna receives a threatening note saying 'The wages of sin is death' and finds a syringe in her cat's paw. A blue-faced junkie has collapsed in the dark alley and a mysterious man with beautiful eyes appears with a plan for Corinna and her bread. Then it is Goths, dead drug addicts, witchcraft, a homeless boy and a missing girl and it seems she will never get those muffins cooked in time.
With flair, chutzpah and a talent for kneading, Corinna Chapman will find out who exactly is threatening her life and bake some beautiful bread.
'Greenwood provides us with lavish helpings of the ingredients essential to good popular fiction: food, frocks, furnishings and some essential frolicks beneath the sheets' - Sydney Morning Herald on Murder in Montparnasse