Doom and Bloom

Myrtle Clover Cozy Mysteries | Book 23

Nov. 30, 2023

Doom and Bloom cover with a black cat sitting in a field of flowers.

There's some shady business at the garden club event.

Spring has sprung in Bradley, North Carolina, and the town is buzzing as the local garden club prepares for their annual Festival of Flowers. Octogenarian Myrtle Clover is eager to showcase her exhibit and even convinced her friends Wanda and Miles to enter the competition.

But the festival takes a dark turn when Myrtle stumbles on the body of one of the judges while sneaking a peek at the competition. With the police struggling to solve the crime, Myrtle takes matters into her own hands. Can she and her trusty sidekick solve the murder? Or will more victims get their lives uprooted?


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