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A Cyclist's Guide to Crime & Croissants - (A Cyclist's Guide Mystery) by Ann Claire
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- Vicariously tour the sundrenched Mediterranean Coast in this perfectly escapist new cozy mystery series starring American expat-turned-bike tour company owner in Southern France.
- About the Author: Ann Claire is the USA Today bestselling author of the Cyclist's Guide Mysteries and the Christie Bookshop Mysteries, as well as the Bookmobile Mystery Series and the Santa Fe Café Mystery Series written under the pennames Nora Page and Ann Myers.
- 352 Pages
- Fiction + Literature Genres, Mystery & Detective
- Series Name: A Cyclist's Guide Mystery
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"Nine months ago, Sadie Greene shocked friends and family by ditching her sensible office job in the Chicago suburbs and buying a sight-unseen French bicycling tour company, Oui Cycle. Now she's living the unconventional life of her dreams in the gorgeous village of Sans-Souci-sur-Mer. Sans souci means carefree, but Sadie feels enough pressure to burst a tire when hometown friends arrive for a tour, including her former boss, Dom Appleton. Sadie is determined to show them the wonders of France and cycling--and to prove she made the right move. She hopes her meticulously planned nine-day itinerary will win them over, with its stunning seascapes, delicious wine tastings, hilltop villages, and, of course, frequent stops for croissants. When Dom drags his heels on fun, Sadie vows he'll enjoy if it kills her. That is, until Dom ends up dead. The tragedy was no accident. Someone went out of their way to bring a permanent end to Dom's vacation"--Book Synopsis
Vicariously tour the sundrenched Mediterranean Coast in this perfectly escapist new cozy mystery series starring American expat-turned-bike tour company owner in Southern France. Perfect for fans of Donna Leon's The Commissario Guido Brunetti Mysteries, M.L. Longworth's Provençal Mystery series, and armchair travel! Nine months ago, Sadie Greene shocked friends and family by ditching her sensible office job in the Chicago suburbs and buying a sight-unseen French bicycling tour company, Oui Cycle. Now she's living the unconventional life of her dreams in the gorgeous village of Sans-Souci-sur-Mer. Sans souci means carefree, but Sadie feels enough pressure to burst a tire when hometown friends arrive for a tour, including her former boss, Dom Appleton. Sadie is determined to show them the wonders of France and cycling--and to prove she made the right move. She hopes her meticulously planned nine-day itinerary will win them over, with its stunning seascapes, delicious wine tastings, hilltop villages, and, of course, frequent stops for croissants. When Dom drags his heels on fun, Sadie vows he'll enjoy if it kills her. That is, until Dom ends up dead. The tragedy was no accident. Someone went out of their way to bring a permanent end to Dom's vacation. As more crimes--and murder--roll in, suspicions hover over Oui Cycle. To save her dream business, help her friends, and bring justice, Sadie launches her own investigation. However, mysteries mount with every turn. On an uphill battle for clues, can Sadie come to terms with her painful past while spinning closer to the truth--or will a twisted killer put the brakes on her for good?Review Quotes
Praise for A Cyclist's Guide to Crime & Croissants "Fasten your bike helmets and prepare for a thrilling ride through the French countryside with a plucky heroine, a group of cycling tourists, and a murderer. A delightful blend of mystery, travel, and joie de vivre!" --Ellery Adams, New York Times bestselling author "Lovely book! Ann Claire spins a delicious fast-paced mystery across the French countryside with a spirited amateur sleuth, a vibrant cast of characters, and a mélange of memorable suspects. Grab this one tout de suite!" --Cleo Coyle, New York Times bestselling author "Storybook villages, delicious French cuisine, a mysterious gendarme, and murder. An original new voice in mysteries, Ann Claire hits all the right notes with scents, scenery, the people, and the fantastic food. Intriguing characters will keep you wondering as they bicycle through charming towns to the brilliant conclusion. Warning: you'll want to stock up on French cheeses and croissants!" --Krista Davis, New York Times bestselling author of the Domestic Diva Mysteries "I thoroughly enjoyed this cycling tour through the French countryside. Descriptions of the scenery were vivid enough to make me feel like part of the group, and the food was superbe! Tour owner, Sadie Greene, was both savvy and relatable as she wrangled a diverse set of cyclist suspects with aplomb. I'd be happy to follow her anywhere." --Laurien Berenson, author of Peg and Rose Stir Up Trouble and the Melanie Travis Canine mysteries "A delightful romp through the glorious French countryside, complete with wine, croissants, a twisty murder that will keep you guessing, and a spunky sleuth. You'll fall in love with Sadie and her Oui Cycle cohort. Best of all, you can enjoy this bicycle tour from the comfort of your favorite reading nook." --Laura DiSilverio, nationally bestselling, award-winning author "Take a ride through the South of France with A Cyclist's Guide to Crime and Croissants. This delightful cozy mystery is equal parts transporting, enthralling, and delicious down to the very last buttery crumb!" --Kate Lansing, author of the Colorado Wine Mysteries "So enjoyed spending time with Sadie Greene and friends in the picturesque French countryside--highly recommend adding the Cyclist's Guide series to your list. Ann Claire's mysteries are always clever, engaging, and humorous. A true delight!" --Cynthia Kuhn, author of the Lila Maclean Academic Mysteries and the Starlit Bookshop Mysteries
About the Author
Ann Claire is the USA Today bestselling author of the Cyclist's Guide Mysteries and the Christie Bookshop Mysteries, as well as the Bookmobile Mystery Series and the Santa Fe Café Mystery Series written under the pennames Nora Page and Ann Myers. She lives with her French husband in Colorado, but regularly travels to visit family in Southern France. A member of Sisters in Crime and the Pikes Peak Writers, she can be found on Instagram @AnnClaireAuthor or @AnnClaireMysteries on Facebook.Dimensions (Overall): 8.38 Inches (H) x 5.86 Inches (W) x 1.16 Inches (D)
Weight: .92 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 352
Series Title: A Cyclist's Guide Mystery
Genre: Fiction + Literature Genres
Sub-Genre: Mystery & Detective
Publisher: Kensington Cozies
Theme: Women Sleuths
Format: Hardcover
Author: Ann Claire
Language: English
Street Date: May 21, 2024
TCIN: 89826246
UPC: 9781496745682
Item Number (DPCI): 247-43-2871
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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4 out of 5 stars
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PhyllisE - 10 months ago
Thanks to Goodreads and Kensington Cozies for a digital advance reader copy. All comments and opinions are my own. While reading the description, I couldn’t tell which way this novel was going to go, but I took a chance and thankfully it was an entertaining read! Sadie Greene, the main character, was intelligent and likeable. The premise sounded fun – sensible Sadie ditches her accountant job and does something unpredictable: she buys a French bicycling tour company, moves to France and leads tours of cyclists – it turns out to be sort of like herding cats who like to eat croissants. I love mysteries and couldn’t resist this cozy mystery set in southern France. Sadie is an experienced cyclist, but she is new to being a tour guide. The descriptions of the charming small villages, the stunning views, the ancient chapels, as well as the delectable meals made me feel like I was right there on the tour. And I didn’t even have to fly to France or sit on a bicycle seat. Plus the delicious food descriptions – enjoyable without the extra calories! But there is trouble in paradise – first Sadie is harassed by a vandal who seems to be sabotaging her property and the tour, and then one of her tour group members is found dead. It’s obvious to Sadie this was no accident. It was challenging to try and solve the murder along with her (and a hunky French policeman). There were several potential suspects from among the quirky cycling group, plus a second murder before the mystery is solved. I’m glad this is the beginning of a cyclist’s guide mystery series – can’t wait to return to France and take another vicarious tour with Sadie in the second installment.
A charmante cozy!
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
- 10 months ago
A Cyclist’s Guide to Crime & Croissants by Ann Claire is the debut to A Cyclist’s Guide Mysteries. We meet Sadie Green who gave up her financial career after her best friend was killed by a hit and run driver. Sadie now owns, Oui Cycle in Sans-Souci-sur-Mer, France taking tourists on cycling tours. It is certainly a change from Sadie’s office job. There are a variety of characters that includes Sadie’s employees, the villagers, the cycling tourists, and people they meet along the route. It can be challenging to keep track of all the people. I enjoyed the picturesque descriptions of the Sans-Couci-sur-Mer and the places they visited as they visited. I felt like I was cycling along with them (I would prefer to be with a different group though). I like the tidbits that Sadie shares about the flora, fauna, and local history. Each chapter begins with information from Oui Cycle’s tour brochure. The story is broken down into the days of the tour. At the end of each day, there is Sadie’s journal entry. The mystery includes vandalism and murder. Sadie asks questions and searches for clues. The whodunit can be solved before the reveal if readers picked up the clues that were dropped along with other details that were mentioned. I was left with a couple of unanswered questions at the end of the book. The pacing is leisurely. I wish it had moved as fast as an ebike. The food and wine descriptions will have your mouth watering (and searching for your nearest French bistro). I love croissants as much as Sadie (the delicious buttery, flaky pastry). I can certainly understand why she loves to stop for one or two (I prefer mine without chocolate). I did not understand Dom’s aversion to the tasty pastries. A Cyclist’s Guide to Crime & Croissants is a charmante cozy with délicieux croissants, tardy travelers, vexing vandalism, a smelly mess, an alarming murder, and an énigme réglé.