Cleaning is Murder
Myrtle Clover Cozy Mysteries | Book 13
Perfect for fans of cozy mysteries with an unstoppable octogenarian protagonist who refuses to slow down — sharp, funny, and not about to let her police chief son tell her what to do. Light and funny even when there's murder involved.
When Myrtle's housekeeper is a murder suspect, she swears to Myrtle that she's squeaky clean.
It’s easy for fellow citizens to get on your nerves in sleepy Southern towns like Bradley, North Carolina. Particularly when one of the citizens is something of a cheapskate. Amos Subers isn’t one to tip waiters, pay back a loan, or behave generously with family. When it’s discovered that penny-pinching Amos was actually quite wealthy, it hardly engenders goodwill in the small town … in fact, he’s heartily disliked. Octogenarian sleuth Myrtle Clover’s housekeeper is certainly no fan of his: Amos owes Puddin money for cleaning his house.
It’s not too surprising when Amos is later found, murdered, in his kitchen. Myrtle and her senior sidekick Miles resolve to track down the killer when Puddin becomes a prime suspect…and before the murderer strikes again.
Series: Myrtle Clover Mysteries, Book 13
Genre: Cozy Mystery
Setting: Bradley, North Carolina — small Southern town
Protagonist: Myrtle Clover, retired schoolteacher, 80s
Tone: Light, funny, feel-good
Recurring cast: Miles Bradford (sidekick) · Red Clover (son, police chief) · Puddin · Erma · Wanda · Lt. Perkins
Formats: Ebook · Paperback · Audiobook
Series: 30+ books — standalone or in order
ISBN: 978-1-946227-29-4 (print) · 978-1-946227-30-0 (ebook)
New to the series? Start with Pretty is as Pretty Dies (Book 1)
Praise
Publishers Weekly: “Myrtle's wacky personality is a delight.”
Mystery News: “Wonderful cozy mystery: solidly written, well-plotted and funny.”
ForeWord: “The treat here is Myrtle's eccentricity, brought to life with rich humor and executed …with breezy skill.”
“I hope I'm half as lively as she is when I reach my 80's..” Amazon Reviewer
“Sassy and funny as ever” Amazon Reviewer
“Myrtle is a feisty lady and I enjoy her wit and ability to figure out who done it.” Amazon Reviewer
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