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SMOTHERED
By: G. P. Gottlieb

Whipped and Sipped #2
Anamcara Press LLC
February 2026
On Sale: January 30, 2026
272 pages
ISBN: 1960462792
EAN: 9781960462794
Kindle: B0GKNS2QY5
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Mystery Cozy | Mystery Culinary | Mystery Woman Sleuth

Murder is on the menu-served warm with muffins and lattes.

In the second Whipped and Sipped Mystery, café owner Alene Baron isn't exactly grieving when the neighboring business owner is found dead in his office. Stanley Huff was shady, sloppy, and smug about his dubious food supplements-and his watery smoothies didn't help. He also never cleaned up his trash in their shared alley. Stanley had plenty of enemies. Unfortunately, one of them may be Alene's own employee-who has now vanished.

The real surprise isn't who wanted him dead-it's how many people did. Drawn into the investigation, caterer and reluctant sleuth Alene uncovers a snarl of family drama involving a missing will, bitter heirs, and long-buried financial secrets. Every lead contradicts the last, red herrings pile up, and resentments simmer just beneath the surface.

As the mystery deepens, Alene juggles more than suspects. Between running her café, caring for her family, and protecting her staff, she finds herself relying on sharp instincts, quiet observation, and a steady supply of inventive vegan dishes. Food and detection go hand in hand, adding warmth, humor, and heart to every turn of the case.

With its cozy charm and relatable heroine, Smothered is more than a clever whodunit. It explores family ties, the corrosive pull of greed, and the small truths people reveal under pressure. Rich in character, culinary flair, and emotional insight, this mystery delivers satisfying twists-and leaves a lasting aftertaste.

Distinguished Favorite of the Independent Book Awards