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Get ready for a smorgasbord of delicious suspense prepared by Goldy Bear, an irrepressible mistress of menus and amateur sleuth. Filled with a cast of colorful characters and superb recipes, Catering to Nobody is the first in a series that has made Diane Mott Davidson a bestselling author and the Queen of the Culinary Mystery. Goldy Bear, recently divorced, has made a home for herself and her young son in scenic Aspen Valley, Colorado. There, calls for Goldilock’s Catering have been steady enough to pay the bills. But when a mourner is felled by rat poison during a funeral buffet Goldy is serving, the police quickly close her business. Now it’s up to Goldy to find the rat who has tainted her food and her reputation. As the mystery unfolds, its tension is sweetened by delectable recipes, including Goldy’s Dream Cake, Dungeon Bars, and Honey Ginger Snaps.
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"Cozy mysteries, indeed! I love Goldy and I love the recipes included in the book. When you read these, you almost feel like Goldy could be your next-door-neighbor. And you might like her for a neighbor if it wasn't for the fact that murder seems to always be around the corner when Goldy is around! "
— Julie (4 out of 5 stars)
Catering to Nobody Listener Reviews
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Carol, 3/10/2023
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" I want to like this series (food, murder and a spunky heroine -- what's not to like?), and this is the first in the series. I've read some of the other ones, as these definitely do not have to be read in order. As I said, I *want* to like it, but at the end, it's just so-so. Entertaining, but bland. I think I'm looking for something... spicier, with bolder flavors. "
— Susan, 2/20/2014 -
" An okay read. Took awhile to get involved with the characters. "
— Janetlee, 2/6/2014 -
" another set of murder mysteries that are short and light reading. In this series, the main character is a caterer. There are recipes spread throughout each story. "
— Jeanne, 2/5/2014 -
" What a fun book. I look forward to continuing the Goldy Bear series. "
— Kimberly, 2/2/2014 -
" I enjoyed this culinary mystery. I found the main character and her son interesting and believable. I didn't know who did what until the end and I wanted to keep on reading until I figured it out! "
— Heather, 1/31/2014 -
" Thought this one was a good mystery. The recipes in the book add to its allure for me! "
— Bridget, 1/19/2014 -
" Light and easy read between semesters "
— Sheena, 1/18/2014 -
" the cereal murders is a real page turner. complete with recipes "
— Georgiann, 1/12/2014 -
" MSJA Book Club selection, May 2008 (the novels of Diane Mott Davidson). "
— Mrs., 1/9/2014 -
" Light, but predictible murder mystery. This one is the first in the series. If I based my opinion on just this book, I'd probably not read another one. However, from what I've read, they get better and better as the series progresses. I imagine I will read another one of these days. "
— Barb, 1/4/2014 -
" Loved it! I didn't start with book one, so I had to do a lot of catch up work, but once I put them in order, I was cookin' with gas! "
— Gale, 1/4/2014 -
" Rather weak, annoying main character with a child that makes me thank G** I'm never having kids. Mystery was okay, but with zero likable characters- the only one being killed off- I don't see picking up this series to read. Recipes included throughout was a nice touch to tie into the theme. "
— Stoli, 12/16/2013 -
" Pretty good for your typical "who dunit". "
— Sarah, 12/16/2013 -
" A cozy mystery and I love trying the recipes that are included in the book! "
— Angie, 12/15/2013 -
" These books are fun, simple and entertaining. "
— Geri, 12/13/2013 -
" Enjoyable character and storylines in this cooking mystery series "
— Nancy, 12/11/2013 -
" The first in a series of light, comic mysteries with plenty of mouth watering recipes. "
— Carol, 9/3/2013 -
" My current favorite series. I started this book when I was in labor, and read the whole series during Ivy's first year. You might be getting a copy as a gift from me someday. "
— Faye, 7/5/2013 -
" I was hoping to really like this, but alas, I cannot stand Goldy. She is so indecisive, impulsive (dumb?!), and spends too much time wringing her hands. Bleh... "
— Lorretta, 3/27/2013 -
" I just really enjoy these "culinary mysteries." They are quick, easy, and entertaining. Who knows, they may even inspire a gourmet meal or two!! "
— Tracie, 2/15/2013 -
" Cute story, I like the recipes in the book. "
— Naomi, 11/6/2012 -
" Pretty cute; I don't remember a whole lot about it - read it a while ago, but it was a fun, enjoyable read! "
— ara133photography, 11/1/2012 -
" A great series with recipies included. Great reader on the audio books. "
— Robyn, 2/9/2012 -
" My first time reading Diane Mott Davidson. I enjoyed her introduction of the characters and I look forward to seeing how she develops them throughout the rest of the series. I needed to add a new author to my reading rotation and Diane Mott Davidson was a great choice. "
— Teneshia, 1/5/2012 -
" Another strong modern woman solving mysteries. Goldy Bear is a divorcee caterer in a small Colorado town. The story is engaging enough. Don't read it on a diet though. Recipes are included. "
— Laurie, 11/26/2011 -
" To truly enjoy this author, read the books in order! "
— Kim, 9/16/2011 -
" So not the most brilliant of books. But so good. I read each one that comes out! "
— Abigail, 7/19/2011 -
" pretty basic stuff "
— London, 7/18/2011 -
" its the first book in this series I have read dying for chocolate and it was great. very similar to the Joanna Fluke mysteries-lots of recipes "
— Liana, 7/17/2011 -
" I love these audios - Barbara Rosenblatt is the perfect reader for this kind of book. <br/><br/>And the recipes leave me hungry! "
— Krita, 6/21/2011 -
" I enjoyed the book but it was a little slow in places. I will probably read more of this series. Maybe I will even try some of the recipes. "
— Kay, 6/18/2011 -
" I obviously like mysteries, and this is one I would recommend to other mystery lovers, plus would pick up another of Ms Davidson's titles. "
— Reida, 6/6/2011 -
" Fun, "cozy" mysteries. The characters are quirky and wonderful. I love that the main character's best friend is the "other ex-wife" of their felon of an ex-husband. And, the recipes are excellent too! "
— Leah, 6/5/2011 -
" Slow to get into, but I was hooked by the end. Interesting ending - not disappointing like Patterson's Beach Road. It wasn't a surprise, but I wasn't disappointed. "
— Chelle, 5/13/2011 -
" Loved this book. I love all of davidsons work and have read them all. This is one of my favs> <br/> "
— Jackie, 4/28/2011 -
" I quite enjoyed this mystery. It is one of her earlier ones. "
— Sheryl, 4/19/2011 -
" Only two word I can describe about this wonderful book, Super-Delicious ! Even the crime taste so sweet XD "
— Quincess, 4/18/2011 -
" Very unique mystery, altho' I'm not sure if the recipes have anything to do with solving crimes. I've often wondered about that. "
— Edward, 4/6/2011
About Diane Mott Davidson
Diane Mott Davidson is the bestselling author of short stories, poetry, and seventeen cozy mystery novels featuring Goldy Schultz the caterer. She has won the Anthony Award and has been a finalist for the Agatha and Macavity awards. In 1993 she was named Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers’ Writer of the Year.
About Barbara Rosenblat
Barbara Rosenblat, one of the most awarded narrators in the business, was selected by AudioFile magazine as one of the Golden Voices of the Twentieth Century. She has received the prestigious Audie Award multiple times and has earned more than fifty AudioFile Earphones Awards. She has also appeared in film, television, and theater, both in London’s West End and on Broadway.