Mug and Murder/A Coastal Coffeehouse Mystery

Mug & Murder is a cozy coastal mystery filled with foggy harbor nights, hidden secrets, strong coffee, and the kind of small-town lies that refuse to stay buried.

When Ivy Bennett buys a battered vintage espresso machine for her struggling mystery-themed coffeehouse, she expects rust, repair bills, and maybe a little charm. What she doesn’t expect is a sealed envelope hidden deep inside the machine—containing a chilling accusation of murder.

There’s just one problem.

The woman named in the note is still alive.

As gossip spreads through the sleepy harbor town of Driftwood Cove, Ivy finds herself pulled into a decades-old disappearance involving missing financial records, anonymous threats, burned letters, and a beloved bakery owner hiding dangerous secrets behind warm smiles and cinnamon pastries.

With the help of a grumpy deputy sheriff, a sharp-tongued fisherman, and her judgmental black cat Poe, Ivy must untangle the truth before the town’s carefully buried past resurfaces for good.

Perfect for fans of atmospheric cozy mysteries, seaside settings, slow-burn suspense, and charming small-town drama, Mug & Murder blends comfort and mystery into a story where every cup of coffee comes with a side of secrets.