A skilled caterer whose sharp observations and persistence repeatedly draw her into solving dangerous mysteries.
Claire is Thomas's sister. Acting under pressure from Thomas's situation, she obtains a large quantity of drugs and money from a designated house and transports them to the drop-off point. She is apparently shot and killed, and the plot later states that Richard's involvement of the police contributed to her death.
A single parent and aspiring filmmaker who advocates for affordable housing. While co-fostering the dog, she develops a deeper connection with another parent and transforms her short film into a romance after realizing it needs a new beginning.
A brilliant neuroscientist who receives the prestigious MacAdam's Fellowship. After returning to her hometown for Christmas, she struggles with grief over her grandmother's death and must decide between pursuing her demanding career and remaining connected to family, community, and newly rediscovered traditions.
Samantha Barclay is a writer for Compass magazine and the story's central character. She returns to Meadowbrook Farms to cover the Northeastern Equestrian Championships, confronts her family's plans, and resumes riding with Rascal. Her reunion with Luke Travers revives unresolved feelings and challenges her fear of competing again.
Jessica Parker works at a small hometown diner while managing family responsibilities and supporting Wesley, a boy struggling with baseball. She introduces Wesley to Chase Taynor, her former high-school boyfriend, and helps Chase understand the boy's need for genuine encouragement. Her renewed connection with Chase grows through the town's charity auction and their dance.
Natalie runs an independent mobile cupcake business from an aging truck. Initially focused on the property’s commercial value and selling it, she gradually becomes committed to restoring the historic bakery. She develops recipes, creates a website, teaches Eric to bake, and grows closer to him while helping secure the bakery’s future.
Kate is Boss Jack's daughter and becomes the focus of Pat's romantic interest. Her connection to Boss Jack adds tension to Pat's attempt to gain a place within the Travellers, since his feelings for her intersect with the group's internal hierarchy and his difficult relationship with its leader.
Amateur sleuth and professional caterer who solves murders in her small town.
Computer analyst in Istanbul whose digital identity is stolen by cyberterrorists.
A resourceful professional caterer and amateur detective who repeatedly becomes involved in murder investigations and uses her observational skills to uncover the truth.
A successful entrepreneur who returns to her hometown for her aunt's will reading, inheriting half of the famed maple candy business. She navigates personal and professional challenges while deciding her future path.
Nikki DeLoach has 69 screen credits in a career dating back to 1993. Their work spans 4 cinematic universes — most prominently The Curious Caterer Collection with 5 titles. Signature works include Awkward., Curious Caterer: Dying for Chocolate, Holiday Unplugged. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 4 universes
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