Murder by Mocha

By: Cleo Coyle

Narrated by: Rebecca Gibel

Length: 10 hrs and 53 mins

Publisher's summary

Clare's Village Blend coffee beans are being used to create a new java love potion: a "Mocha Magic Coffee," billed as an aphrodisiac. The product, expected to rake in millions, will be sold exclusively on Aphrodite's Village, one of the most popular online communities for women. But at its launch, one of the website's editors is murdered. Clare is convinced a bitter killer wants the secret formula. Can she catch who's gone loco for mocha?

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The Perfect Novel for the Coffee Lover!

This is the first book I have read in the Coffeehouse mystery series & based on my experience I would say it's okay to read it without having read the others. It didn't seem like I was missing any crucial points.

Rebecca Gibel is a great narrator. She keeps your interest and never seemed to have any problems with the many voices she had to employ for this crazy cast of characters. But, what I really loved about this book was the fact that it was fun & sexy, rather than silly & crass. I love that the main character isn't portrayed as some silly, stupid damsel in distress. Instead, Clare is an interesting yet stable character with normal, healthy relationships with the people she loves: her boyfriend, ex-mother-in-law, daughter, and even her ex-husband. It's all the other people in the novel who are crazy :)

One of the really fun things about this book is that the author, Cleo Coyle, is obviously a foodie. Her description of coffee and chocolate--and all the ways Clare used them in her recipes--was fascinating. I'm acutally walking away from this book with a recipe I plan on trying!

Coffee lady never fails to deliver!

I'm always fascinated with the stories at the end when the mystery is unraveled and one can't put the book down. Plus Claire continues to talk coffee in between, or Mocha in this case and one feels like in a 360° word picture. Love the series.

Great except for the rape scene

Yes, probably just me, but that one scene soured the story for me. I wasn't even necessary in the story line. Yes, the girl eventually stops objecting and it's excused as both being drugged; and it is later explained as a dream. The rest of the tale was the quality you'd expect: intricate plot, good writing and great narration. But - overall, I didn't enjoy it. However, if you don't object to the scene or even, maybe, relish it, than you'll enjoy the book.

what's your coffee flavor

Be careful what kind of coffee you drink. a mixed blend can have some surprises.

Addictive!

The characters of this series are so easily loved and cheered for. The narrator is the perfect cherry on top! I find myself sneaking in as much extra listening time as possible!

Rebecca Gibel makes this story come alive

Would you listen to Murder by Mocha again? Why?

Probably not as I'll listen to the next in the series.

What did you like best about this story?

The storyline about Madame and her experiences. The Greek mythology references. Less Joy in the storyline!

Which scene was your favorite?

The gripping tale that Madame told.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

It didn't make me laugh or cry but I couldn't put it down.

Any additional comments?

The narrator Rebecca Gibel is amazing. She has a distinct voice for each of the characters. What an amazing narrator!

storyline a little strange but entertain as usual

Love the base characters a few too mm any side characters this time but I'm not sure what other reviewers are complaining about. drug stories are always a little off the beaten path

One of the Best in the Series so Far...Loved it

I'm listening to the books in order and a few took me a bit to get hooked in but this one got me from the beginning and kept my interest all the way through. I thought I had it figured out and thought this would be the first I figured out before she exposed the murderer but nope, a surprise again lol Loved this book, I'd say it's my favorite so far! I know some others aren't crazy about the occasional love scenes but I like the change of pace and the relationship growing here. A little steam in a book isn't a bad thing at all :)

Mystery

I absolutely love all of Cleo Coyle’s Coffeehouse Mystery Series!!! You will not be disappointed. Rebecca Gibel brings the characters to life & she’s an absolutely amazing narrator!!!

amazing

I loved this book. the series just keeps getting better with each book. if you love romance, coffee and mystery this is a good book for you.