Goldy Bear (yup) is a caterer who takes a summer job as live-in chef with General Bo and Adele Farquhar in their impressive Aspen Meadows mansion. Not only will the post help with Goldy's shrinking finances but more importantly it provides her and son Arch with a refuge from Goldy's abusive ex-husband (the Jerk) and time to get her own house kitted out with the latest in security measures. But Goldy's summer sojourn in Colorado turns into a nightmare when her new boyfriend Philip is killed in a mysterious car crash and she is attacked by an unknown assailant. In between fulfilling her duties as chef and continuing with her own catering business Goldy tries to unpick the mystery.
Dying For Chocolate is a treat for foodies - especially those with a sweet tooth and a penchant for generosity with the cream and the butter - and for mystery fans. Recipes for several dishes are included throughout and there's even an index at the back so that when you've finished the book you can start on the cooking. Lively writing with a sure comic touch, an amiable and quick witted sleuth and a satisfying whodunnit.
Manchester Evening news 1.02.02