Hook, Line, and Sinker: An Ozarks Lake Mystery by Marc Jedel | Book Review

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Hook, Line, and Sinker: An Ozarks Lake Mystery

by Marc Jedel

Hook, Line, and Sinker: An Ozarks Lake Mystery
Cozy Mystery
3rd in Series
Setting – Arkansas
BGM Press (July 14, 2022)
Number of Pages: 255

Dubious diamond devotees and a dead loan shark. With the dad she thought dead suspected of murder, can she keep him from doing hard time?

Elizabeth Trout thinks she must have rocks in her head. After receiving a crazy call that the father she never knew is cooling his heels in the local jail, the newlywed graphic designer posts bail and invites him home. But the family reunion loses its luster when she learns her old man is under suspicion for murder after he was found near a corpse.

With the sheriff zeroing in on her dad and no other suspects on ice, Elizabeth starts her own investigation to mine for evidence. But as greedy gem hunters, fossil fanatics, and shady scammers run amok, she must race to solve the homicide before she’s the one shafted.

Can she prove her father’s innocence before a rough-cut killer makes a glittering getaway?

Hook, Line, and Sinker is the hilarious third book in the Ozarks Lake Mystery cozy series. If you like big-hearted but excitable heroines, charismatic rogues, and uproarious plot twists, then you’ll love Marc Jedel’s jaunty jewel.

Buy Hook, Line, and Sinker to get caught up in a carat of crime today!

My review of Hook, Line, & Sinker

If you’ve ever read a book by Marc Jedel, you know you’re in for a hilarious ride. The Ozarks Lake Mystery series stars Elizabeth and Jonas Trout who’ve moved to the small town Elizabeth grew up in after Elizabeth inherits her grandparents house. I’d highly recommend reading the first two books in this series before reading this one. You’ll understand the dynamics among the characters better and enjoy it more. Like Hook, Line, & Sinker, they’re page-turners and quick reads that you’ll really enjoy!

In this delightfully entertaining cozy mystery, Elizabeth’s father, whom she’s never known, is back in town. Needless to say, her mom isn’t happy. She knows exactly the type of man he is, but he’s great at putting up a front. Like the rest of the characters in this series, he’s very well-written. The characters are what make this series so enjoyable. They’re such an eclectic bunch. It’s so much fun seeing Jonas, who has never lived in a small town, get to know the townsfolk. That’s definitely another reason to read the first two books!

The mystery in Hook, Line, & Sinker isn’t easy to solve. Oh, you might think you know whodunit, but keep reading and you’ll find you’re most likely wrong! It’s definitely still fun following the clues and chasing down leads with Elizabeth and Jonas. They meet some very interesting characters during their “investigation.” Trust me. You’re in for a wild, crazy fun ride!

If you like your cozy mystery books with a lot of humor, quirky and eclectic characters, and a twisty mystery to solve, you’re going to love Hook, Line, & Sinker!

About Marc Jedel

Marc Jedel writes humorous murder mysteries. He credits his years of marketing leadership positions in Silicon Valley for honing his writing skills and sense of humor. While his high-tech marketing roles involved crafting plenty of fiction, these were just called emails, ads, and marketing collateral.

For most of Marc’s life, he’s been inventing stories. As he’s gotten older, he’s encountered more funny and odd people and situations. This has made it even easier for him to write what he knows and make up the rest. It’s a skill that’s served him well, both as an author and marketer.

The publication of Marc’s first novel, UNCLE AND ANTS, gave him permission to claim “author” as his job. This leads to much more interesting conversations than answering, “marketing.”

Like his characters Jonas and Elizabeth from the Ozarks Lake Mystery series, Marc grew up in the South and spent plenty of time in and around Arkansas. Like his character, Marty from the Silicon Valley Mystery series, Marc now lives in Silicon Valley, works in high-tech, and enjoys bad puns. Along with all his protagonists, Marc too has a dog, although his is neurotic, sweet, and small, with little appreciation for Marc’s humor.

Visit his website, marcjedel.com, for free chapters of novels, special offers, and more.

Author Links

Website: www.marcjedel.com

BookBub: http://www.bookbub.com/profile/marc-jedel

Facebook: http://facebook.com/MarcJedel.Author

Goodreads:  http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/18403497.Marc_Jedel

LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/mjedel/

Blog: www.marcjedel.com/blog

Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/Marc-Jedel/e/B07H7MVKJL

Purchase Link:  Amazon

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Hook, Line, & Sinker TOUR PARTICIPANTS

August 3 – Sapphyria’s Book Reviews – SPOTLIGHT

August 3 – Christy’s Cozy Corners – REVIEW

August 4 – My Reading Journeys – CHARACTER GUEST POST

August 5 – Brooke Blogs – SPOTLIGHT

August 6 – Maureen’s Musings – SPOTLIGHT

August 7 – I’m All About Books – SPOTLIGHT

August 8 – #BRVL Book Review Virginia Lee Blog – SPOTLIGHT

August 9 – eBook Addicts – SPOTLIGHT, EXCERPT

August 10 – Reading Is My SuperPower – REVIEW

August 10 – Socrates Book Reviews – SPOTLIGHT

August 11 – Escape With Dollycas Into A Good Book – REVIEW

August 11 – Mysteries with Character – GUEST POST

August 12 – I Read What You Write – SPOTLIGHT, EXCERPT

August 13 – FUONLYKNEW – SPOTLIGHT, EXCERPT

August 14 – StoreyBook Reviews – GUEST POST

August 15 – Celticlady’s Reviews – SPOTLIGHT, EXCERPT

August 16 – Carla Loves To Read – REVIEW, CHARACTER GUEST POST

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