Dead Cereus

A charming, fast-paced cozy culinary mystery

By: Kira Seamon

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️—FIRST PLACE 2022 Winter Pinnacle Book Awards in Romance—⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️—FIRST PLACE 2022 Royal Dragonfly Book Awards in Romance —⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️—FIRST PLACE 2022 BookFest Awards in Humorous—⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️—FINALIST 2022 Book Excellence Awards in Romance—⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️—SECOND PLACE 2022 Bookfest Awards in Girls & Women—⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️—SILVER AWARD 2022 Literary Titan Book Awards—⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️—HONORABLE MENTION 2022 BookFest Awards in Coming of Age—⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

"A perfect blend of cozy-mystery and sweet-romance, Dead Cereus by Kira Seamon is an extraordinary read."
~ RECOMMENDED by Chick-lit Cafe.

"Seamon is a master at creating atmospheric settings, and cozy mystery lovers will find it easy to fall under her spell. An appealing, witty heroine, a gem of a leading man, and a well-constructed setting and plot make this one a must-read for both mystery lovers and fans of chick-lit literature."
~The Prairies Book Review

Attention Chick-Lit fans! This Chick-Lit story is . . . lit! You’ve read the rest, now read the best!
Dead Cereus earned seven, count ‘em, seven book awards!
Why did it earn awards? This book takes a three-pronged approach.

STORY:
Holly Jackson could be the next rising star in horticulture. On a perfect moonlit night, the rare night-blooming cereus plant is scheduled to open its petals during the much anticipated Annual Night Lights Gala. A famous chocolate maker is the featured guest, there is enough food to die for, and Holly is hosting it all.
What could possibly go wrong?
It’s all honeysuckle and roses until a wily and clever killer shows up and suddenly everything goes roots up.
Is Holly the only one brave enough to follow the clues and bring about justice?

ROMANCE & HUMOR:

Why romance awards? Because Holly and William are a very special couple. Bonded together at the instinctual level, there’s nothing they wouldn’t do for each other. Enjoy their super sweet romance and don’t you dare miss the last chapter. The most satisfying and charming ending you’ve read in a long time.
Wall-to-wall humor power this unique and extraordinary read. Hysterical scenes and super witty dialogue will leave you laughing and craving a sequel. Luckily for you, Book 2 is on its way!
Laugh out loud funny, this book has charmed its way to ten glowing editorial reviews, features, and recommendations from industry leaders, and seven awards.

Dead Cereus is the super funny and fast-paced debut novel from critically acclaimed, award-winning, and bestselling author Kira Seamon. Full of breathtaking exotic plants and flowers, charming characters, Shakespearean pranks, adventures with entertaining animals, and sensational culinary delights, this addictive story is a breath of fresh air & can’t help but implant itself in your heart and grow into one of your favorite reads!
See what all the buzz is about.
Become a ‘Cereus’ reader and pick up a copy today!

Quotes from editorial reviews:
"...humorous, multilayered plot twists, and an old-fashioned sweet romance make this book an appealing read for romance and mystery enthusiasts, who will undoubtedly want to see more work from this debut author."
~ RECOMMENDED by the US Review

"...Fans of sleuth will love this story . . . is hugely entertaining with the fully drawn and quirky characters and the unpredictable plot points . . . A great winner for a debut author."
~ The Book Commentary

"...Dead Cereus is also highly recommended for any library interested in a cozy story that operates beyond the usual small-town depictions."
FEATURED in Midwest Book Review