Tourists are plentiful in Azalea Bay due to a surf competition, and it has brought many people into Chloe’s café. Aaron Gill is initially thought to be a contender, but then his friend Ethan finds him dead in their hotel room. Ethan doesn’t believe that Aaron would have taken his own life, but it they don’t find evidence to prove otherwise quickly it may not matter.

Chloe is run off her feet with the long lines of customers, but that doesn’t mean she won’t jump at the chance to bring guilty parties to justice.

This book was the second installment in this series—I read the first book as well. I’ve really enjoyed both books and look forward to others in the series.

Thank you to NetGalley and Kensington Books for allowing me to read an ARC of this novel. #NetGalley #AHighTideMurder

Welcome back to Azalea Bay, where the only thing higher than the waves are the 🍃 baked goods served at the Baked by Chloe Cannabis Café! After a rocky start in book 1 (A Half-Baked Murder) things have really started looking up for entrepreneur Chloe Barnes - that is until the Azalea Bay Pro Challenger Surf Competition rolls into town and smokes up some trouble.

🍃 Cannabis Café
🏄 Surf Competition
📚 #2 in the Series
🔍 Mystery
🫶 Family
♥️ Budding Romance
🕵️‍♀️ Amateur Sleuth
🍪 Recipes Included

This series is buzzing with humor, mystery, sleuthing and educational information about the medicinal benefits of cannabis. Super excited to see what Emily George will bake up next!

Thank you Kensington Books for the gifted copy!

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Emily George is back with book two in her uniquely set cozy mystery series.

Chloe thinks things are settling down after she solved a mystery in her small town. She's opened her cannabis cafe and everything is going well. It doesn't take long, though, before there's a new mystery for her to solve.

The characters and mystery were interesting and well done. There was also a nice cast of secondary characters and they, and the cafe, added a lot to the story. I am looking forward to seeing what's next in this series.

I have long been a cozy mystery fan and have always wanted a little more, mysteries that push the envelope beyond the idyllic setting and cutesy characters. This series does the trick! It has all the cozy mystery vibes but takes it up a notch by adding in the cannabis-laced treats available at the café. Chloe is fun, smart, and savvy, and although I’m not sure exactly why she felt compelled to investigate this particular murder (it’s usually because a friend is wrongfully accused), I enjoyed following along with her as she tried to find the murderer.

A High Tide Murder by Emily George is the second installment in the Cannabis Cafe Mysteries series. Despite not having read the first book, I found it easy to immerse myself in the story and setting. The blend of the cannabis cafe, interpersonal relationships, and the central mystery captivated me from the start.

Chloe's passions for cannabis benefits and her strong family ties added depth to the narrative. While the mystery was somewhat predictable, I still found it engaging and enjoyable.

I look forward to reading the first book and eagerly anticipate more from this series. Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for providing this ARC.

A High Tide Murder by Emily George, book two in the Cannabis Café Mysteries series, is a very well written mystery that will keep you entertained from page one until the last page. Chloe recently opened a cannabis cafe in the small coastal California town of Azalea Bay. The town is hosting a surfing competition, and everyone is shocked when one of the competitors is found dead. Was it suicide, as the police claim, or murder, as Chloe believes? Chloe, of course, feels obligated to investigate, making some questionable decisions concerning her safety along the way. There is no shortage of suspects since the deceased had some issues with money and girlfriends.

Ms. George builds up the story by adding mystery and suspense with twists and turns, making it so you will not want to put the book down. I thoroughly enjoyed this cozy mystery and loved the way the author keeps you engaged all the way through the book.

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.

A High Tide Murder is the second book in Emily George’s Cannabis Cafe Mysteries series and it lives up to the charm, wit, and cozy feelings of the first book. Once again, someone has died in Azalea Bay. This time a young surfer named Aaron has taken his own life…or has he? Ethan Wilson (brother of Matt from the previous book) is convinced his best friend would never take his own life and the brothers enlist Chloe to help them find out what really happened. In the midst of opening her cannabis cafe, caring for her grandmother, and her budding romance with her neighbor, Chloe is once again thrown into a murder mystery. With a charming cast of supporting characters, a fun small town setting, and a main character worth rooting for, A High Tide Murder is a must read for cozy mystery fans!

What a fun book! I hadn't read the first book in this series, but I had no trouble jumping right into this story and this town. (and I will be going back to read the first one!) I was so intrigued by all the aspects of this book; the weed cafe, the surf competition, the various relationships, and of course the mystery. Everything was seamless connected and I cannot imagine the energy Chloe had to have to keep it all going, but she did! I loved reading about her passion for the many benefits of her cannabis products and her commitment to meeting with and using local growers. Her love for her family jumps off the page and I love how it is such a big part of her story. I don't know much about surfing, but was easily entranced by the thrill and the skill of it and the massive surfing world surrounding the competitors. The mystery was tricky and so well done - and I was absolutely shocked by the ending!

I already cannot wait for more of this series!

Book two in this series and I fell in to it from page one, we are back in Azalea Bay with Chloe and her wonderful family and friends, her cannabis café Baked by Chloe has opened and it is a huge success, Chloe is working hard to keep up with demand and the annual surfing competition is starting, it is an exciting time until, one of the competitors is found dead.

Aaron Gill is a very good friend of Ethan another competitor, who is the brother of one of Chloe’s friends Matt, Aaron has been struggling with personal matters but is a strong contender for the competition but when Ethan, Matt and Chloe find him in his hotel room with a note and a bottle of tablets everyone is devastated but Ethan knows he did not take his own life and soon Chloe is doing what she does best and that is investigating but will she put herself in danger again?

The clues are adding up but the police are convinced that it was suicide and Chloe and Ethan know different and when a young woman is attacked things heat up and Chloe puts herself in danger will they tie up the clues and find the killer before the surf competition is over and everyone leaves town?

This is such a fabulous story fast paced and filled with awesome characters who join in with Chloe to unearth the killer, of course the food in the café is so yummy and we learn a lot about legal cannabis use and how it helps so many people. I do highly recommend this one to any cosy mystery lover and I am eagerly awaiting more trips to Azalea Bay with Chloe, Grandma Rose, Aunt Dawn, Jake and Antonio.

My thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for my copy to read and review.

When a surfer dies just before a competition in Azalea Bay, his best friend suspects foul play. He asks Chloe—an amateur sleuth and cannabis café owner—to investigate. As Chloe delves into the surf community’s secrets, she uncovers dark motives, putting her own life in jeopardy.

This cozy mystery offers diverse, endearing characters, a strong plot, and heartfelt relationships. The author is careful in her approach to edibles—it’s not just a quirky occupation for the heroine. I look forward to reading the next book in the series.

Thanks, NetGalley, for the ARC I received. This is my honest and voluntary review.

Ethan firmly believes that his friend Aaron, who was the odds on favorite for a surfing competition, was murdered and he enlists Chloe to investigate in this second in a fun new series. Chloe, trained in Paris, has turned her talents to CBD to help those dealing with medical issues. She also sleuths- and she's darn good at it. Yes it's a classic cozy but I liked this (as I did the first one) for Chloe's grandmother and aunt and the rest of the gang. It's got a good heart. Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC. Fine as a standalone and I'm looking forward to the next one.

A high Tide Murder is the the second book in this series written by Emily George. I loved the first book so I was excited to read the second and return to Azalea Bay, California.
Chloe Barnes has just opened up her a new cannabis bakery and her thc and cbd treats are a huge hit. Business is booming thanks to an annual Pro Surfing competition that has brought surfers and tourists alike into town.
One of Chloe's new friends has a Australian half brother competing in the event, Ethan Wilson. Ethan has a Best friend who's a favorite to win it all, Aaron Gill. Aaron's been having a tough time and when he is found dead, it is ruled a suicide. Ethan refuses to believe it's possible and asks Chloe to help find the truth. The truth ends up being much more complicated. Chloe and her family are lovely and you quickly fall in love with them and want to root for them. A great cozy series and one I can't wait to read more from.

Fairly predictable mystery, but it was still a good read that I enjoyed. I only thought it was predictable because I solved the mystery before the characters did.

A High Tide Murder is a fun cozy mystery set in a charming coastal town with likable characters and an intriguing mystery. Baked by Chloe has finally opened and Chloe finds herself super busy with baking delicious treats, developing new recipes, and catering to the crowds that have gathered for the huge surf competition. What she does not have time for is assisting in a murder investigation. However, when her good friend's brother's roommate is discovered dead, she finds herself deep in the middle of the investigation.

A High Tide Murder is well-written and has all the elements of a great cozy mystery, including fun recipes at the end of the book. I highly recommend A High Tide Murder to anyone looking for a well-written cozy filled with fun characters, a small-town setting, and an exciting mystery. I'll definitely be continuing with this series. I can't wait to see what Chloe and her friends get up to next.

This book has all the elements of a cozy mystery. A cafe, a baker who snoops around, family, cannabis, a surfing contest, murder a maybe boyfriend, the snoop almost getting killed in the process of finding the killer. It’s pretty standard. Is this the season of mermaids? I keep getting books with mermaids. The characters are likable enough and it moves along well. I just didn’t feel anything special about it. #AHighTideMurder #NetGalley

High Tide Murder by Emily George is a sparkling addition to the cozy mystery genre, blending the intrigue of a murder investigation with the unique backdrop of a cannabis-themed café in Azalea Bay, California.

Chloe Barnes, the charismatic protagonist, returns once again to solve a perplexing mystery, marking the second installment in Emily George's innovative cannabis-themed cozy mystery series. As the owner of Baked by Chloe, a cannabis café that has become a beloved spot in Azalea Bay, Chloe's knack for stumbling upon trouble is put to the test when a tragedy strikes the surfing community during the annual Azalea Bay Pro Challenger Surf Competition.

George weaves a compelling narrative that hooks readers from the start, blending the vibrant setting of a seaside town with the nuances of the burgeoning cannabis industry. The incorporation of this unique theme adds an intriguing layer to the story, making it stand out among traditional cozy mysteries.

The story's pace is perfectly balanced, keeping readers engrossed with well-timed twists and turns that maintain the suspense until the satisfying conclusion. (I received an advance reader copy of this book and all opinions are my own.) Emily George's talent for storytelling shines through, making this book a must-read for mystery enthusiasts and those intrigued by the fusion of cannabis culture within a cozy mystery narrative.

This is a cozy mystery set in the small seaside town of Azalea Bay. Chloe is a cannabis baker who finds herself also in the role of amateur detective. The story is told from her point of view as a crime solving mystery and also showcasing how she operates her business. She has some interesting characters surrounding her including her dog. The plot is easy to follow and she keeps the readers informed with her narrative.

Chloe has just opened a cannabis cafe in the small coastal California town of Azalea Bay. The town is hosting a surfing competition, and everyone is shocked when one of the competitors is found dead. Was it suicide, as the police claim, or murder, as Chloe believes? Of course she feels compelled to investigate, and makes some questionable decisions regarding her safety along the way. There are no shortage of suspects since the deceased had some issues with money and girlfriends. I enjoyed reading about the cannabis cafe, including the interesting recipes at the end. Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the ARC.

One of the things I love most about this series when I first found it was the idea of main streaming edibles. Cannabis is great as a natural alternative to some medications so it was great to see a protagonist who runs an edible bakery. While, I found that interesting, it’s actually the mystery in each, and every entry that keeps me coming back. With a grandmother and aunt, who not only raised Chloe, but are always there to support her, it’s also a Sweet and endearing series.

How Chloe, always find herself saluting, and digging, may be a mystery in and of itself, but she always manages to figure out who done it. With an eclectic cast and one adorable Chihuahua, you’ll find yourself. Looking forward to your next visit to Chloe’s bakery for the next mystery in the series.

Loved this one! Chloe Barnes is a Parisian pastry chef but comes home to Azalea Bay to run a cannabis cafe. A first new setting for a cozy for me. Love it! Chloe is determined to find who killed the surfer. The mystery is solid. The food descriptions are outstanding and will make your mouth water! Characters are realistic and endearing. Thanks #Netgalley and #Kensington for the eARC in exchange for a honest review. All opinions are mine.