Fresh Brewed Murder (A Ground Rules Mystery)

Sage has big plans to make Ground Rules a success, but her plans hit a snag when she finds the body of a customer. Sage has rubbed other vendors the wrong way after Ground Rules took over the local hot spot. With her business on shaky ground, Sage faces an even bigger problem when she’s accused of murder and discovers a connection between the victim and her estranged mother. She must navigate local protests against a high rise and her con mother’s past if she hopes to catch a killer.

Emmeline Duncan takes you into the heart of Portland’s coffee world with a rich murder mystery full of surprises. Sage is a realistic character in her struggles against the anxieties of adulthood as she works to make her business successful. The story weaves in various elements with the murder mystery, Sage helping a homeless girl, and the connection with her mother’s past. Sage’s mother is a presence that provides conflict and is what lands her as a suspect. Gabby’s role in the mystery creates heart within the story and pushes Sage into a mentoring position. /Fresh Brewed Murder/ is a brilliant kick-off to a new series with Duncan delivering a sweet treat infused with humor, suspense, surprises, and family drama.