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Bill Noels debut novel, Folly, introduced Chris Landrum and his adventures on the small, quirky island of Folly Beach, South Carolina, where he spent an extended vacation, purchased a retirement home, and solved a murder. In this second installment of A Folly Beach Mystery series, murder and mayhem continue to interfere with Chriss laid-back retirement plans. Praise for The Pier Louisville author Bill Noel, himself a seasoned photographer, has followed his debut offering, Folly, with another engaging Folly Beach Mystery. Armed with a gift for creating ultra-quirky yet believable characters, Noel shows how a healthy dose of cynicismeven among untrained, nonprofessional typescan lead to solving a murder mystery that the police had initially decided wasnt even a homicide. Kentucky Monthly Spend a little time at the Lost Dog Caf (Coffee and a bite) with Landrum and his troupe of amateur sleuths, and I bet youll be glad you made the trip. The Voice-Tribune
Chris Landrums morning has already started on a down note, as he stands in a cemetery listening to the eulogy for a friend. But his entire day deteriorates rapidly when he hears that a murder victim has been found in the marsh behind his retirement home on Folly Beach, South Carolina. Worse yet, the victim is the business associate of one of his friends. In a matter of hours, Chriss quiet, relaxed life is turned upside down. The police are convinced that Sean Aker, the victims law partner, is the killer. Chris has no reason to disagree other than the fact Sean is a frienda feeble defense at best. With the help of a group consisting of a tagalong buddy and wannabe private detective; an aging hippy and surf shop owner; a has-been country music singer; and a new acquaintance who runs a marsh tour business, Chris is thrust into a murder investigation that soon puts his dream of spending an idyllic retirement on hold yet again. As Chris and his merry band of misfit friends stumble, bumble, and come face-to-face with death in their amateurish quest to find a killer, they all wonder if the golden years are like this for everyoneor just them.
In 'Bill Bolton and Hidden Danger' by Noel Sainsbury, readers are immersed in a thrilling mystery set in a small town with dark secrets lurking beneath the surface. Sainsbury's literary style combines elements of suspense and intrigue, keeping readers on the edge of their seats as they uncover the hidden dangers that threaten the residents of the town. The book's vivid descriptions and well-developed characters add depth to the narrative, creating a sense of realism that draws readers into the story's world. In the context of contemporary mystery novels, Sainsbury's work stands out for its unique twists and turns that will keep readers guessing until the very end. The author's attention to detail and ability to craft a compelling narrative makes 'Bill Bolton and Hidden Danger' a must-read for fans of the mystery genre. Noel Sainsbury's background in criminology and psychology lends authenticity to the book's portrayal of crime and human behavior, adding a layer of complexity that will appeal to readers looking for a deeper exploration of the genre. Overall, 'Bill Bolton and Hidden Danger' is a gripping and thought-provoking read that will keep readers engaged from start to finish.
"Halloween is traditionally filled with ghosts, goblins, and ghouls but this year the holiday brings something more sinister to the small South Carolina barrier island of Folly Beach. The popular fall holiday has never been a favorite of retired bureaucrat Chris Landrum but that didn’t stop his friend Charles Fowler from convincing him to tour a haunted house sponsored by a local charity. In addition to being faced with the scary scenes that appear in most haunted houses, they stumble across a dead body—a real dead body. Stir into the cauldron a Wiccan family, a Christian minister, an egotistical dentist, a ghost-hunting couple, and a dog the size of a Fiat and you have the makings of a mystery that Chris and Charles must solve before their bodies are added into the haunted house." - back cover
When a movie production entourage invades Chris Landrums close-knit South Carolina island community, he is among the first in an excited crowd who gather to watch the filming. Unfortunately, it is not long before tragedy strikes and the films director drowns while on a fishing expedition. But when one of Chriss friends barely escapes death in an accident on the set one day, Chris becomes convinced the accident is no accident at all. As fear replaces anticipation on Folly Beach, Chris and his close friend Charlesa self-anointed private detectiveembark on an investigation. They get to know members of the movies entourage and soon suspect one of the actors might be playing more than the role of a killer. Immersed in determining why the movie set is plagued with accidents as well as dealing with their own personal problems, Chris and Charles are just as surprised as everyone else when a fisherman catches the one he wishes had gotten awaythe corpse of one of the movies stars. Now Chris must face what could be the final minutes of his life when he learns that nothing is what it appears to be in the magical world of the movies.
After a lifetime of telling stories, Bill Dugdale has finally written his own story. It s a riveting tale spanning most of the twentieth century through both war and peace. Bill s war began in 1940 in his teens. With total recall, he gives an astonishingly vivid account of the campaigns in North Africa and Italy. His bravery shines through in this modest, humorous description of the life of a young officer, mentioned in despatches and awarded the Military Cross. From near death experiences of the front line to high jinks in the fleshpots of Italy, from encounters with Montgomery, Eisenhower, Noel Coward, the Pope and others to the poignant deaths of his closest friends, this is a gripping tale of a young Guards officer who had luck on his side. Back in peacetime Britain, Bill s thrills included riding in the Grand National and flying small aeroplanes in races round the world. But there was also a more serious side.
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