Bats and Bones

The Frannie Shoemaker Campground Mysteries

By: Karen Musser Nortman

Narrated by: Rebecca Roberts

Bats and Bones is a B.R.A.G Medallion Honoree. Frannie and Larry Shoemaker are retirees who enjoy weekend camping with their friends in state parks in this new cozy mystery series. They anticipate the usual hiking, campfires, good food, and interesting side trips among the bluffs of beautiful Bat Cave State Park for the long Fourth of July weekend - until a dead body turns up. Confined in the campground and surrounded by strangers, Frannie is drawn into the investigation. Frannie's persistence and curiosity helps authorities sort through the possible suspects and motives, but almost ends her new sleuth career - and her life.

©2012 Karen Musser Nortman (P)2016 Karen Musser Nortman

A wonderful cozy mystery.

What made the experience of listening to Bats and Bones the most enjoyable?

I enjoyed the book very much. I have read the book and the Audible reading just enhanced the way I am able to enjoy the story. I found the performance very good.

Campground adventure

I honestly thought this book was going to be about old bony people being loony as bats. Frannie is a great crime solving person. And that recipe about smashed potatoes and sausage gravy one more recipe to add my own camping adventure this year.

Twists and turns!

What made the experience of listening to Bats and Bones the most enjoyable?

It flowed along quickly and smoothly. Kept my attention throughout.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Frannie was spunky, curious, caring and brave.

What does Rebecca Roberts bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Great diction. Knows the characters well. Good cadence.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

Watch for wild things in the wilderness.

Any additional comments?

"This audiobook was provided by the author, narrator, or publisher at no cost in exchange for an unbiased review courtesy of AudiobookBlast dot com."

Fun, cozy mystery

This is the first book I've read by this author, and I'll certainly be looking forward to hearing more about Frannie and friends in upcoming stories. The narrator did a great job telling the story and modulating her voice to fit all the characters. We all know someone who is a busybody like Frannie. I'm surprised the police didn't lock her up! I received this book for free, in exchange for an honest review.

Enjoyable cozy mystery

This book was a quick, enjoyable cozy mystery. I found the characters interesting and would read more by Karen Nortman. This series promises to be a good light mystery, perfect for breaks between heavier reads. Rebecca Roberts does a fantastic job narrating. I enjoyed listening to her bring the characters and story to life.