A picturesque Texas vineyard. A tech company retreat turned deadly. A caterer caught in a bubbling pot of mystery. Abby Hirsch has established herself as the go-to caterer in her beloved hometown of Sugar Creek, Texas. But her skills are put to the test when a high-profile tech company from California chooses her aunt's charming bed and breakfast for their corporate retreat. Abby's ready to showcase her culinary talents, until the event turns sour with the mysterious death of the company's CEO, Barry Golding. As the CEO's past misdeeds come to light and tensions within the tech group rise, Abby finds herself caught in a melting pot of secrets and egos. The vineyard setting is ripe with secrets, and everyone has a motive for murder. With the retreat descending into chaos and her reputation on the line, Abby must navigate through the tangled web of corporate intrigue and personal vendettas. As things heat up both in the kitchen and with Sheriff Ryan Iverson, Abby slices through layers of intrigue to uncover the truth with the help of her best friend Cassie and their furry companion Cocoa. But can she dip into her sleuthing skills to serve justice before the killer strikes again? This book features: - A vineyard setting with a twist of tech - Close group of female friends - Corporate retreat with a deadly agenda - Caterer turned amateur sleuth - Clean slow burn romance Death and Fondue is the third book in the captivating Sugar Creek Mystery Series. Perfect for fans of Diane Mott Davidson and Joanne Fluke, this cozy mystery blends tantalizing culinary scenes, small-town charm, and a budding romance into a recipe for suspense. Dive into Abby's latest culinary sleuthing adventure, where deep in the heart of Texas, secrets simmer just below the surface. Pick up your copy of Death and Fondue and get whisked away to Sugar Creek for another delicious mystery!