For Book Reviewers
Review copies, press assets, and everything you need to feature the Silver Springs Mysteries.
About The Silver Springs Mysteries
Book 1: Murder At The Summer Cheese Festival
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Genre: Culinary & Crafts Cozy Mystery
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Length: around 50-65k words.
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Content: nothing graphic/explicit, no romance subplot.
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Setting: a fictional small town in Vermont, the United States.
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Protagonist: Laura Evans, thirty-eight, café manager.
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Writing Style: third-person limited point-of view.
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Comparable: Ellie Alexander, Ellery Adams, Agatha Frost
About Murder At The Summer Cheese Festival
When cheese becomes deadly business, one woman must slice through lies to uncover the truth...
Laura Evans escaped her stressful Boston restaurant management career for small-town Vermont charm. Instead, she finds murder.
Just weeks into managing the café at Silver Springs General Store, a renowned food critic turns up dead after a pre-festival cheese tasting. And her boss Maggie becomes the prime suspect.
The Summer Cheese Festival is days away and the store’s reputation is crumbling faster than aged parmesan.
Laura must act. With her observant landlady Evelyn Chan and sharp-witted coworker Jasmine Williams, she discovers rivalries, family secrets, and scandals.
When there’s an entire festival’s worth of suspects, she must separate friend from foe before it’s too late...
What’s New In The Revised Editions
The revised editions released in April 2026 are the versions of these stories I always wanted to tell: tightened pacing, deepened characters, and a fully realized setting. If you read the original September 2025 editions, these are new enough to warrant a fresh look.
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Press & Media Assets
Murder At The Summer Cheese Festival
Laura starts fresh in Silver Springs, Vermont, but when a body turns up ahead of the Summer Cheese Festival, she must clear her boss’ name.
Downloadable Assets
Murder At Goldenleaf Apple Farm
When apple farmer Vernon Reed is murdered, café manager Laura Evans must clear her friend’s name and expose the real killer hiding among Silver Springs’ trusted residents.
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Here’s What Some Readers Say About The Series...
★★★★★
"Enjoyable read, interesting characters. Kept me guessing until the end."
— Deb S., cozy mystery, historical, contemporary, non-fiction reader, Wisconsinite.
★★★★★
"Wraps around you like a warm blanket on a rainy day. Jodie's writing is sharp yet comforting, with the right amount of humor and heart. I laughed, I guessed (wrong), and I didn't want it to end. If you love cozy mysteries with food, fun, and murder—this is one book you need."
— Paul Lawrence, cozy mystery, thriller, fantasy reader, trekkie, New Yorker.
★★★★★
"I live in New England and Morgan's wonderfully atmospheric descriptions of a small town in Vermont feel authentic and its characters believable. The scene-setting made it easy to imagine yourself in the locations. It was an enjoyable treat for the senses with an atmosphere built through flavors, fragrances, and even soft textures. The mystery is fun as clues are uncovered by the amateur sleuths. Highly recommended for fans of Richard Osman's Thursday Murder Club books and other cozy mysteries."
— S. Bavey, author of memoir, family history, biographies, book reviewer, blogger, mother of two, English, Bay Stater.
★★★★★
"A treat for my mystery-loving heart and my cheese-loving brain. Laura Evans made for an intriguing amateur sleuth…a newcomer with heart, grit, and a growing sense of belonging in her quirky town. It hits all the right notes: food, friendship, and enough danger to make you keep the lights on."
— Devi, cozy mystery, fantasy, thriller, paranormal reader, book blogger, short story writer.
★★★★★
"Laura was a great protagonist and I can relate to wanting to start over. The secondary cast really added to the story, with plenty of characters to keep you laughing and intrigued. The author nailed what it was like to live in a small town. Plenty of suspects and red herrings, so I did not solve the mystery before it was revealed. It welcomed me to Silver Springs, and I am excited to see where people take me next!"
— Ashley Gillan, cozy mystery, historical romance, history, YA reader, journalist, dog lover, photographer, book blogger, reviewer, Pennsylvanian.
★★★★★
"I was able to play armchair detective. Everything feels real and believable. And the characters are the kind you pass while walking down the street. The research that went into this – I'm convinced after reading this book I could make cheese."
— Sarah Wittle, childrens/young adult book blogger, reviewer, primary school librarian, mystery and thriller reader.
★★★★★
"Murder mystery, small town setting and Cheese – three of my favourite things in one book! I loved the found family vibes Laura has with Evelyn, they were partners in crime. I got an education in all things cheese! I loved the descriptive settings for the various scenes. I felt instantly at home in Silver Springs. A shoe-in for all cosy mystery lovers!"
— Nikki Brook, book blogger, reviewer, book publicist, Glaswegian, chronic pain warrior, history, mythology, romance, thriller, suspense, mystery, and scifi reader.
★★★★★
"A likeable protagonist who is learning about the town along with the reader also helps the reader relate well to the story. If you like cozy mysteries, this should definitely do the trick."
— BigAl, founder of BigAl's Books & Pals and The IndieView, former contributor to Indies Unlimited, blogger, book reviewer, non-fiction author, and grandfather of four.
★★★★★
"A vivid sense of place that feels idyllic and lived-in. The relationships in Silver Springs are one of the book's biggest strengths: all distinct personalities contribute to a believable network of loyalties, secrets, and long-held grudges. The balance between comfort and crime is finely handled. A lovingly drawn community, a clever but comforting puzzle...will make readers crave cheese plates and cozy evenings."
— Swapna Peri, blogger, book reviewer, narrator, copy editor, Storizen contributor, English, Hindi, Telugu speaker, Indian, Hyderabadi.
★★★★★
"A cheese-festival mystery? Fresh, fun, and unlike anything I've read. The food descriptions were so vivid, so mouth-watering, they made me hungry. Silver Springs delivers a warm, inviting cozy mystery with a charming setting. A mystery that kept me guessing. If you love small-town cozies, food-centered mysteries, and stories filled with community spirit, this is worth picking up."
— Isabell, blogger, book reviewer, thirty-something, postcrosser, rock music fan, traveler, baker, motorsports fan, cinephile, bilingual, German.
★★★★★
"Laura makes unexpected friendships and is part of a group where her quirks are accepted and encouraged. The plot and characters are fleshed out, and the ending was nicely tied up. Vermont cheddar and justice are served delightfully."
— Lori Van Buren, contributor to Novels Alive, former contributor to Romancing The Book, book reviewer, direct support professional, New York Stater.
★★★★★
"The story has a quick pace, the characters are well developed. I found the crew at the café to be quirky and would love to sit in on a staff meeting. If you enjoy cozy mysteries, you would like this book."
— Dawn Thomas, blogger, book reviewer, former magazine editor, certified soapmaker, volunteer, lover of the outdoors, Floridian.
★★★★★
"A culinary feast for the imagination, from the menus to the varieties of cheese available. This mystery is well written, and I did not suspect the killer until the name was revealed. I can't wait to see what else the author has in store for Laura and the gang."
— Leslie, book lover, reviewer, reader of cozies, romance, chick lit, and mystery/thriller.
★★★★★
"Left me feeling warm and fuzzy. This story encompasses themes of belonging, friendship, kindness, loyalty, and new beginnings. There was never a dull moment. Never before have I been so delighted to sit through cheese tastings and demonstrations. The food descriptions were among my favorites from any books, and left me hungry."
— Marwah, book blogger and reviewer, psychology graduate, fantasy, mystery, romance, historical fiction, and sci-fi reader, baker, writer, Dubai-based.
★★★★★
"A well-written cosy mystery, which follows all the rules of such mysteries and is a comfortable read. I didn't guess who the murderer was…relying instead on the author to reveal who did what and why in their own good time, leaving none of those pesky loose ends. If you enjoy whodunnits…I recommend it."
— Georgia Rose, romantic suspense and thriller writer, publishing mentor, Alliance Of Independent Authors member, worked with horses, lives in Cambridgeshire.
★★★★★
"An easy read with a likable protagonist surrounded by mouth-watering food descriptions. Laura's…desire to do well by those who have helped her out is admirable and endearing. The ending wraps everything up nicely with a…fun reveal. Includes recipes that complement the tale. I found this to be a nice touch."
— Heather L. Barksdale, indie author, book reviewer, blogger, historical fiction and mystery reader, Floridian, world traveler.
★★★★★
"Laura is a likeable protagonist and the mystery is not as predictable as Hallmark movies often are. A who-done-it about small-town life and artisanal cheese, but also about starting over and found family. A fun and easy read."
— Carol G., audiobook enjoyer, library patron, reader of non-fiction, contemporary, literary, mystery, and romance, arts & crafts enthusiast, puzzler, grandmother, Canadian.
★★★★★
"Enjoyable read, interesting characters. Kept me guessing until the end."
— Deb S., cozy mystery, historical, contemporary, non-fiction reader, Wisconsinite.
★★★★★
"Wraps around you like a warm blanket on a rainy day. Jodie's writing is sharp yet comforting, with the right amount of humor and heart. I laughed, I guessed (wrong), and I didn't want it to end. If you love cozy mysteries with food, fun, and murder—this is one book you need."
— Paul Lawrence, cozy mystery, thriller, fantasy reader, trekkie, New Yorker.
★★★★★
"I live in New England and Morgan's wonderfully atmospheric descriptions of a small town in Vermont feel authentic and its characters believable. The scene-setting made it easy to imagine yourself in the locations. It was an enjoyable treat for the senses with an atmosphere built through flavors, fragrances, and even soft textures. The mystery is fun as clues are uncovered by the amateur sleuths. Highly recommended for fans of Richard Osman's Thursday Murder Club books and other cozy mysteries."
— S. Bavey, author of memoir, family history, biographies, book reviewer, blogger, mother of two, English, Bay Stater.
★★★★★
"A treat for my mystery-loving heart and my cheese-loving brain. Laura Evans made for an intriguing amateur sleuth…a newcomer with heart, grit, and a growing sense of belonging in her quirky town. It hits all the right notes: food, friendship, and enough danger to make you keep the lights on."
— Devi, cozy mystery, fantasy, thriller, paranormal reader, book blogger, short story writer.
★★★★★
"Laura was a great protagonist and I can relate to wanting to start over. The secondary cast really added to the story, with plenty of characters to keep you laughing and intrigued. The author nailed what it was like to live in a small town. Plenty of suspects and red herrings, so I did not solve the mystery before it was revealed. It welcomed me to Silver Springs, and I am excited to see where people take me next!"
— Ashley Gillan, cozy mystery, historical romance, history, YA reader, journalist, dog lover, photographer, book blogger, reviewer, Pennsylvanian.
★★★★★
"I was able to play armchair detective. Everything feels real and believable. And the characters are the kind you pass while walking down the street. The research that went into this – I'm convinced after reading this book I could make cheese."
— Sarah Wittle, childrens/young adult book blogger, reviewer, primary school librarian, mystery and thriller reader.
★★★★★
"Murder mystery, small town setting and Cheese – three of my favourite things in one book! I loved the found family vibes Laura has with Evelyn, they were partners in crime. I got an education in all things cheese! I loved the descriptive settings for the various scenes. I felt instantly at home in Silver Springs. A shoe-in for all cosy mystery lovers!"
— Nikki Brook, book blogger, reviewer, book publicist, Glaswegian, chronic pain warrior, history, mythology, romance, thriller, suspense, mystery, and scifi reader.
★★★★★
"A likeable protagonist who is learning about the town along with the reader also helps the reader relate well to the story. If you like cozy mysteries, this should definitely do the trick."
— BigAl, founder of BigAl's Books & Pals and The IndieView, former contributor to Indies Unlimited, blogger, book reviewer, non-fiction author, and grandfather of four.
★★★★★
"A vivid sense of place that feels idyllic and lived-in. The relationships in Silver Springs are one of the book's biggest strengths: all distinct personalities contribute to a believable network of loyalties, secrets, and long-held grudges. The balance between comfort and crime is finely handled. A lovingly drawn community, a clever but comforting puzzle...will make readers crave cheese plates and cozy evenings."
— Swapna Peri, blogger, book reviewer, narrator, copy editor, Storizen contributor, English, Hindi, Telugu speaker, Indian, Hyderabadi.
★★★★★
"A cheese-festival mystery? Fresh, fun, and unlike anything I've read. The food descriptions were so vivid, so mouth-watering, they made me hungry. Silver Springs delivers a warm, inviting cozy mystery with a charming setting. A mystery that kept me guessing. If you love small-town cozies, food-centered mysteries, and stories filled with community spirit, this is worth picking up."
— Isabell, blogger, book reviewer, thirty-something, postcrosser, rock music fan, traveler, baker, motorsports fan, cinephile, bilingual, German.
★★★★★
"Laura makes unexpected friendships and is part of a group where her quirks are accepted and encouraged. The plot and characters are fleshed out, and the ending was nicely tied up. Vermont cheddar and justice are served delightfully."
— Lori Van Buren, contributor to Novels Alive, former contributor to Romancing The Book, book reviewer, direct support professional, New York Stater.
★★★★★
"The story has a quick pace, the characters are well developed. I found the crew at the café to be quirky and would love to sit in on a staff meeting. If you enjoy cozy mysteries, you would like this book."
— Dawn Thomas, blogger, book reviewer, former magazine editor, certified soapmaker, volunteer, lover of the outdoors, Floridian.
★★★★★
"A culinary feast for the imagination, from the menus to the varieties of cheese available. This mystery is well written, and I did not suspect the killer until the name was revealed. I can't wait to see what else the author has in store for Laura and the gang."
— Leslie, book lover, reviewer, reader of cozies, romance, chick lit, and mystery/thriller.
★★★★★
"Left me feeling warm and fuzzy. This story encompasses themes of belonging, friendship, kindness, loyalty, and new beginnings. There was never a dull moment. Never before have I been so delighted to sit through cheese tastings and demonstrations. The food descriptions were among my favorites from any books, and left me hungry."
— Marwah, book blogger and reviewer, psychology graduate, fantasy, mystery, romance, historical fiction, and sci-fi reader, baker, writer, Dubai-based.
★★★★★
"A well-written cosy mystery, which follows all the rules of such mysteries and is a comfortable read. I didn't guess who the murderer was…relying instead on the author to reveal who did what and why in their own good time, leaving none of those pesky loose ends. If you enjoy whodunnits…I recommend it."
— Georgia Rose, romantic suspense and thriller writer, publishing mentor, Alliance Of Independent Authors member, worked with horses, lives in Cambridgeshire.
★★★★★
"An easy read with a likable protagonist surrounded by mouth-watering food descriptions. Laura's…desire to do well by those who have helped her out is admirable and endearing. The ending wraps everything up nicely with a…fun reveal. Includes recipes that complement the tale. I found this to be a nice touch."
— Heather L. Barksdale, indie author, book reviewer, blogger, historical fiction and mystery reader, Floridian, world traveler.
★★★★★
"Laura is a likeable protagonist and the mystery is not as predictable as Hallmark movies often are. A who-done-it about small-town life and artisanal cheese, but also about starting over and found family. A fun and easy read."
— Carol G., audiobook enjoyer, library patron, reader of non-fiction, contemporary, literary, mystery, and romance, arts & crafts enthusiast, puzzler, grandmother, Canadian.
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