Alex Erickson
4 SeriesAlex Erickson is an American author known for his cozy mystery novels, including the Bookstore Cafe Mysteries series. His lifelong passion for writing and fascination with murder motives inspired his career in mystery authorship. He resides in Ohio with his family and cats, who provide him with inspiration.
In "Death by Coffee," the first book of the Bookstore Cafe Mysteries series by Alex Erickson, Krissy Hancock and her best friend Vicki open a bookstore cafe named after Krissy's father's famous mystery novel. On opening day, a customer, Brendon Lawyer, dies after drinking coffee due to a severe peanut allergy, despite no nuts being served. As suspicions arise, Krissy, driven by her love for puzzles and mysteries, collaborates with Officer Paul Dalton to investigate. Their inquiries reveal that many locals had motives to harm Brendon, but one of them is the killer. Krissy must uncover the truth to save her new business and ensure her own safety.
