Tainted Truffle Treachery

by P.D. Workman
Tainted Truffle Treachery
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Series: Reg Rawlins Psychic Investigator #20
Genres: Cozy Mystery

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I love this series. I get sucked into the stories with what feels like old friends. If only my friends and I had magic.

Tainted Truffle Treachery

Ready to take a bite out of crime? Join Reg Rawlins, psychic detective, as she investigates a string of mysterious poisonings linked to a wildly popular new brand of chocolate truffles in Black Sands.

Award-winning and USA Today Bestselling author P.D. Workman brings you Tainted Truffle Treachery.

Truffles to die for

Strange things are happening in Black Sands.

A series of sudden and unexplained deaths of three magical practitioners has Corvin worried, and he convinces Reg to join him in trying to track down the cause and the culprit behind them.

As Reg and her friends investigate the deaths with Corvin and Detective Marta Jessup, they uncover a sinister plot involving the wildly popular Mystical Morsels. But who is distributing them and why? Reg follows the trail to Tennessee where, with the help of her foster sister Erin, they track the mastermind behind the poisoned truffles.

But the danger is far from over as they discover the true motive behind the deadly plot and face a dangerous enemy who shows no remorse for the innocent lives lost.

There’s no sugar coating it—with time running out, Reg must use all her sleuthing skills to uncover the source of the curse and stop the distribution of the deadly desserts before more lives are lost.

It’s a race against time in this paranormal mystery that’s sure to leave you craving more!

Praise for Tainted Truffle Treachery:

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I could not put this one down until all was revealed and I will admit that I spit in the face of potential danger by eating a few truffles while I read this book.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A great adventure, full of mystic twists and turns that will keep you fully entertained.

Tainted Truffle Treachery is a paranormal mystery novel that will keep you on the edge of your seat. With a touch of witchcraft and a dash of suspense, this book is perfect for fans of small town mysteries and psychic detectives.

Fall under Reg’s spell today.

Before you read Tainted Truffle Treachery, you might want to read short story Cat Tales in the Swamp.

—Another great work of art by Ms. Workman. I am amazed at the diversity of her writing and how much I really enjoy them all. She can write cozy mystery, YA books that should be read by all, medical thrillers, Zach Goldman series and now a paranormal series. I am so glad to have found this author. I am honored that I get to read them early also.

—This book has all my favourite things: heart, great writing, nearly-flawless editing, something unusual in the air, and a cat. I needed a light read, and this fit the bill perfectly. Recommended.

—This book actually surprised me. I knew that a psychic cat would be entertaining. I just didn’t expect it to be this good. You really do get wrapped up in the people and story. It sounds like a fairly gentle story, but there is a lot of suspense involved. Add a bunch of humor to the mix and you are in for a treat. I love the characters. Wish I had some friends like them. And the cat is so very well done. Acts like a typical cat, but a lot smarter than his human. This is a story that you don’t want to put down.

—Extremely well written as are all of P.D. Workman’s books, the characters well developed. I’m a character reader, I get into the characters. Who and what they are. Why they do the things they do. The things that make a reader get invested into the characters and thereby the book. I look forward to P.D. Workman’s next book.

—P D Workman has done it again; created a cast of characters and a storyline that are captivating and enthralling. Once I started this cozy I didn’t want to put it down (which can be a bad thing when you have a family to take care of…lol). I can’t wait for the other books in this series. I think Reg is going to turn out to be one of my favorite new characters. Pick up your copy as soon as possible.

Author Notes may contain spoilers!

What could be better than chocolate truffles for Valentine’s Day?

Of course, there is the problem of them being poisoned or cursed.

I had fun figuring out what it was that Corvin wanted Reg to investigate with him, and what would convince Reg to agree.

Well, how about a chocolate truffle recipe to enjoy while you read?

Basic Chocolate Truffles Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 8 oz. semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
  • Cocoa powder, for dusting

Instructions:

  1. In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer.
  2. Remove from heat and add the chopped chocolate and butter. Stir until the chocolate and butter have melted and the mixture is smooth.
  3. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the mixture into a shallow dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm.
  5. Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, scoop out small portions of the chocolate mixture and roll into balls.
  6. Roll the truffles in cocoa powder to coat.
  7. Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Enjoy!

Dairy-Free version

Ingredients:

  • 8 oz. dairy-free dark chocolate, chopped
  • 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup dairy-free butter*, cut into small pieces
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
  • Cocoa powder, for dusting

Instructions:

  1. In a medium saucepan, heat the coconut milk over medium heat until it just begins to simmer.
  2. Remove from heat and add the chopped chocolate and dairy-free butter. Stir until the chocolate and butter have melted and the mixture is smooth.
  3. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the mixture into a shallow dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm.
  5. Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, scoop out small portions of the chocolate mixture and roll into balls.
  6. Roll the truffles in cocoa powder to coat.
  7. Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Enjoy!

*Dairy-free butter is a plant-based butter substitute that is made without any dairy products. It is typically made from vegetable oils, such as coconut oil or soybean oil, and may also contain other ingredients like emulsifiers, salt, and natural flavors. Some popular brands of dairy-free butter include Earth Balance, Miyoko’s, and Country Crock Plant Butter. You can usually find dairy-free butter in the refrigerated section of your grocery store, near the regular butter.

“Every single one of [P.D. Workman’s] books has spoken to me … And I have found strength in the books I’ve read.”

“This is one author I certainly will be looking out for, I can’t recommend her enough.”

“I’ll read anything by P. D. Workman that I can get my hands on.”

“Every book by PD Workman that I’ve read has been a gripping one, however different the genres are, going from lighter mysteries to really dark ones… this is one of my favourite, most dependable authors.”

“P.D. Workman is an incredibly versatile writer. No matter which of her books I read I am drawn into a great story and honestly, I don’t think I’ve followed another author that could go from cozy mystery to YA to a PI series dealing with mental health issues. Really enjoy her books!”

“[P.D. Workman’s] stories are so believable and you can’t help but feel like you know these people. You find yourself crying, laughing and feeling the characters emotions. Now if an author can make you cry and feel every emotion in a story, she is one hell of an author.”

“P. D. Workman, does not shy from probing the deep psychological scars of childhood trauma, mental illness, and addiction. Also characteristic of this author, these extremely sensitive issues are explored with extensive empathy, described with incredible clarity, and portrayed with profound insight.”

“Once again P.D.Workman has created an intense psychological mystery that impacts a wallop of thought induction. The writing is so well developed and draws you into the characters story.”

About P.D. Workman

P.D. Workman is a USA Today Bestselling author, winner of several awards from Library Services for Youth in Custody and the InD’tale Magazine’s Crowned Heart award. With over 100 published books, Workman is one of Canada’s most prolific authors. Her mystery/suspense/thriller and young adult books, include stand alones and these series: Auntie Clem’s Bakery cozy mysteries, Reg Rawlins Psychic Investigator paranormal mysteries, Zachary Goldman Mysteries (PI), Kenzie Kirsch Medical Thrillers, Parks Pat Mysteries (police procedural), and YA series: Medical Kidnap Files, Tamara’s Teardrops, Between the Cracks, and Breaking the Pattern.

Workman has been praised for her realistic details, deep characterization, and sensitive handling of the serious social issues that appear in all of her stories, from light cozy mysteries through to darker, grittier young adult and mystery/suspense books.

P. D. Workman does not shy from probing the deep psychological scars of childhood trauma, mental illness, and addiction. Also characteristic of this author, these extremely sensitive issues are explored with extensive empathy, described with incredible clarity, and portrayed with profound insight.
—Kim, Goodreads reviewer

Some of Workman’s titles have been translated into Spanish, French, Portuguese, German, and Italian.

Workman began writing at an early age and is a prolific reader as well as writer. She is also passionate about teaching and learning, expresses her creativity through art and cooking, and loves exploring the Calgary parks and green spaces where the Parks Pat Mysteries are set. She was a legal assistant for many years and has done extensive charitable work.

Workman was born and raised in Alberta, Canada, and is married with one adult son.

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