
Chaos, Desire & A Kick-Ass Cupcake
A Sophie Katz Mystery
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Gabra Zackman
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Kyra Davis
About this listen
Nothing cures a case of the doldrums faster than a terrifying murder…
Mystery writer and dabbling amateur sleuth, Sophie Katz, knows her career and her fiery love affair with P.I. boyfriend, Anatoly Darinsky can survive anything except decaf and boredom. So, when Anatoly passes up a mysterious stalker case, Sophie decides to take it on herself, just for the drama of it all.
But when people involved in the case start dying under suspicious circumstances and the stalker sets his sights on Sophie what started as a recreational undertaking quickly becomes an obsession. Is art and passion really worth risking your life for? And if not, will Sophie to walk away before it’s too late?
From the New York Times and USA Today best-selling author of Just One Night; and Sex, Murder and a Double Latte; and Chaos, Desire & a Kick-Ass Cupcake is another stand-alone addition to the Sophie Katz series which Cosmopolitan calls a “high octane hook-up” and Detroit Free Press calls “…snappy and spine-tingling.” Don’t miss out on this latest adventure.
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- Jane
- 02-02-18
Missed Sophie Katz
How I've missed Sophie Katz. And her cast of characters. This book was ok but the story line was a little weak and her characters were a little soft. They didn't seem to have the edge of her previous books. But I enjoyed listening to the book anyway.
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- Leigh
- 01-05-19
Well worth the wait!
I am an old friend of this series and thought after a while there would not be anymore. But I was pleasantly surprised to find this being offered. It’s a great story and loved all my old friends! Great to read another book by this author .
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- Nique
- 02-24-18
She's baaaaaack!!!!
Kyra Davis did not disappoint. I love Sofie and her band of misfits. This story had me guessing until the end. Please don't wait so long to bring back another adventure.
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- Brittany Howard
- 11-30-17
Amazing, hilarious, and entertaining as always!
I love Sophie and her wonderful assortment of friends. Please Kyra Davis, keep them coming. I'd missed her so much!
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- Teresa
- 12-08-17
Another GREAT Sophie Book
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
This was a fun sassy great story. All the Sophie Katz's mysteries are and I would recommend reading everyone one.
What does Gabra Zackman bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
Gabra Zackman IS Sophie. I can't image anyone else reading me this book. She's amazing.
If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?
Until next time Sophie!!
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- Ifelicious
- 03-11-18
kick ass
I love Sophie and her amazing friends (especially Marcus)....can't wait for their next adventure...stay tuned
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- Dianne
- 01-05-19
One of my Favorite Series!!!
I was so thrilled to see another book in this series! I loved this story and the series is so fun. The writing is so good the plot and subcharacters are phenomenal. The narrator is spectacular too, she really brings Sophie to life! I hope to see more in this series!!!
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- Bookbell
- 11-29-17
Kick-Ass Cupcake
I LOVE all the books in the Sophie Katz series. This one is very descriptive. I felt like I was there participating in the story. P. S. You don't have to have read the rest of the series to enjoy this book, but I recommend reading them all at some point.
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- Trina Nycol
- 02-17-18
AwesomeSauce! Can’t wait for the next one!!
Freaking brilliant! This book was so well done! Great characters, good timing and unpredictable suspense. A one day listening fest. I can usually guess the endings but not with Ms. Sophie!
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- Alyson Williams
- 01-14-18
Another fantastic pairing between K. Davis and G. Zackman
I will be honest, I was a little skeptical about this book being as good as the other Sophie Katz novels since it has been awhile since the last one was published. I need not have worried at all though. This book was fantastic and leaves you wanting the next installment very badly. I'm sure I'm not the only person saying this...can't wait for the next one Kyra Davis!!
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