A star chef. A cutthroat competition. And a killer stirring up trouble.

Celebrity chef Lyra St. Claire has it all—adoring fans, a red-hot career, and Cinnamon, her sharp-nosed beagle with a knack for sniffing out more than just snacks. But during a high-stakes cooking contest, her agent suddenly vanishes... and a rival competitor turns up dead.

With paparazzi swarming, egos clashing, and dangerous secrets simmering beneath the surface, Lyra must rely on quick thinking, culinary skills, and Cinnamon's keen nose to uncover the truth. Because someone in this cutthroat contest is serving up more than drama—they're dishing out murder.

As the stakes rise, Lyra realizes her reputation—and her life—are both on the chopping block. Can she solve the mystery before the final course is served, or will she become the next victim in this deadly recipe?

🐾 A fast-paced culinary cozy mystery filled with suspense, humor, and one determined beagle on the case—perfect for fans of celebrity chef scandals, foodie sleuths, and dog-loving detectives!

You'll find a great recipe at the end of every book!

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Beagles Love Steak Secrets

Beagles Love Muffin But Murder

Beagles Love Layer Cake Lies

C. A. Phipps is a USA Today best-selling author from beautiful New Zealand. Cheryl lives in a world where coffee is a must, pie never lasts long, and mysteries add fun to the day. She brings her zest for life out of the kitchen and into your world with light-hearted books and endearing characters and pets. Light on romance, but heavy on other ingredients, come to a place where friends, including the furry kind, matter as much as family.