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Series

A Cheese Shop Mystery

6 books

The A Cheese Shop Mystery series by Avery Aames has 6 books. Start with The Long Quiche Goodbye (2010), then read the rest in the order below.

A Cheese Shop Mystery reading order

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The Long Quiche Goodbye

Avery Aames

When Charlotte Bessette’s quiet life running a specialty cheese shop is disrupted by a shocking murder, her expertise in food—and her determination to protect someone close to her—draw her into the investigation. As she follows a trail of secrets through the local culinary community, Charlotte discovers that rivalries, hidden motives, and old grudges may be just as potent as any sharp cheddar. Blending small-town charm, mouthwatering food details, and a spirited amateur sleuth, this cozy mystery serves up an entertaining tale of friendship, suspicion, and justice.

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Lost and Fondue

Avery Aames

When a body is discovered inside a long-abandoned winery, Providence, Ohio, cheese shop owner Charlotte Bessette finds herself drawn into a dangerous mystery. Determined to help a friend’s niece, who has come under suspicion, Charlotte swaps her fondue fork for a flashlight and begins investigating the secrets surrounding the crime. Her search leads through the town’s buried history and a tangled web of motives, while the murderer grows increasingly desperate to stop her. Blending cozy charm, culinary intrigue, and rising suspense, this mystery serves up a compelling investigation with plenty of twists.

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Clobbered by Camembert

Avery Aames

When a beloved local event turns deadly, cheese shop owner Charlotte Bessette finds herself drawn into a chilling investigation amid the festivities of a winter fair. An old friend’s death in the cottage of Charlotte’s assistant places suspicion on a beekeeper, while small-town gossip spreads faster than the season’s cheer. As Charlotte follows a trail of secrets, rivalries, and misleading clues, she must uncover the truth before the killer strikes again—and before her own sleuthing puts her in danger. Blending cozy mystery, culinary charm, and community intrigue, this engaging whodunit offers a flavorful case with plenty of twists.

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To Brie or Not to Brie

Avery Aames

When a deadly crime disrupts the close-knit world surrounding Charlotte Bessette’s family-owned cheese shop, she finds herself drawn into an investigation where everyone seems to have something to hide. As Charlotte follows a trail of secrets through local food circles, she must balance her passion for fine cheese with the risks of amateur sleuthing. Blending culinary detail, small-town intrigue, and sharp humor, this cozy mystery explores family ties, friendship, and the dangers lurking behind a seemingly peaceful community.

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Days of Wine and Roquefort

Avery Aames

Cheese shop owner Charlotte Bessette is ready for a little peace and quiet while her fiancé is away and her cousin has moved out—but her plans for a relaxing glass of wine are quickly disrupted. When she agrees to host Noelle Adams, a charismatic sommelier helping promote the local winery, Charlotte becomes entangled in the woman’s troubled affairs. After Noelle is found dead, Charlotte must uncork a tangled mystery filled with secrets, suspicion, and small-town rivalries. Blending culinary charm with a clever amateur investigation, this cozy mystery explores friendship, ambition, and the dangers lurking beneath an invitingly polished surface.

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As Gouda as Dead

Avery Aames

When a shocking murder disrupts the close-knit community surrounding a beloved cheese shop, owner Charlotte Bessette finds herself drawn into an investigation far more dangerous than any business challenge. As she follows a trail of secrets, rivalries, and hidden motives, Charlotte must rely on her sharp instincts—and her intimate knowledge of the town—to identify the killer. Blending culinary charm with small-town intrigue, this cozy mystery explores loyalty, family, friendship, and the risks of uncovering the truth.

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