Mocha, She Wrote

About the book

When a barista competition comes to town, Torte's beloved pastry chef once again finds herself investigating in the upcoming installment of Ellie Alexander's popular Bakeshop Mystery Series, Mocha, She Wrote!

Summer has arrived in the picturesque village of Ashland, Oregon. Torte is bustling with visitors enjoying shows at the Elizabethan theater, heading out for hikes in the Siskiyou Mountains, and savoring the bakeshop's summer treats like raspberry lemon tarts and mint mojito cold brews. Jules and her team are thrilled to hear that Andy, Torte's head barista, has been chosen to compete in the West Coast Barista Cup.

The prestigious event attracts coffee enthusiasts from all over the coast to Ashland. The champion not only earns the title of best-in-brew, but also wins a generous cash prize. While Andy is nervous about his chances, Jules is confident that he will excel. However, things take a dark turn when chief judge Benson Vargas spits out Andy's coffee, declaring it the worst he's ever tasted-and later, is found dead with Andy's latte in his hand. Suddenly, Torte's beloved barista is the main suspect. There's no time to rest. Jules must investigate to clear Andy's name and apprehend the culprit before she becomes the next victim.