Marzipan and Murder

About This Audiobook

Marzipan and Murder delivers a tightly wound cozy mystery where wedding stress turns deadly—literally. Ruby Holmes, a city transplant with a nose for both pastries and peril, finds her baking gig at a high-strung bride’s wedding quickly derailed when the groom turns up dead. The charm of sleepy Carmel Springs, Maine, belies the undercurrent of secrets, and Rosie A. Point wastes no time ratcheting up tension with sharp dialogue and a refreshingly skeptical protagonist. This isn’t just another treat-laced whodunit; it’s a brisk, smartly paced narrative where every flour-sprinkled interaction could hide a motive. Senn Annis’s narration elevates the material with precision—her voice for Ruby is wry and grounded, and she gives the town’s cast distinct, instantly recognizable quirks without veering into caricature. Annis captures the subtle humor in Ruby’s inner monologue and the escalating urgency of the investigation. At under three hours, the audiobook is perfectly portioned for a single sitting, making it ideal for listeners who want a complete, satisfying mystery without a sprawling commitment. The audio production is crisp, and Annis's timing enhances both the suspense and the wit. If you’ve ever survived a wedding from hell, this one will feel deliciously cathartic.