Murder in San Simeon

A 1920s Hollywood Cozy Mystery

By: D.A.E. Jackson

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

When the guests at Hearst Castle realize a murderer walks among them, Bobby must solve the case—or become the next victim.

Bobby thought a weekend getaway at the Hearst Castle would be a refreshing break from murder and movies. But when a storm isolates the party guests and one of the maids is found dead, Bobby and his friends spring into action, realizing all their lives could be in danger.

It's 1924, and the party never stops with Marion Davis as the hostess with the most coveted invitation to the newly built castle at San Simeon. When Bobby wrangles an invite, of course, he brings along his pals Clara Bow and his not-so-secret crush Rick Suarez. Joyce, Bobby's eccentric mother, even gets to tag along. They think they've landed in showbiz heaven until the bodies start piling up. The raging storm keeps them all prisoners, waiting for the police, but Bobby decides to stop the killer before someone he loves dies.

This cozy mystery has a bit of it all: an amateur sleuth with a special gift, a trained dog, and a budding romance surrounded by a cast of eccentric Hollywood types. D.A.E. Jackson gives you a 1920s cozy with a different kind of main character. He’s young, gay, and almost famous--and he’ll be lucky to catch the killer and keep everyone he loves alive.

Don’t use AI readers!

This book was very difficult to listen to because the AI voice can’t make out the pronunciation of homonyms. An example is “Clara Bow.” Sometimes her last name was pronounced correctly, as the implement used in archery. Others, as the front part of a ship. Did no one at Audible proof this book before making it live?

Nice addition to the series!

My favorite aspect of this installment is the setting. It definitely gave me 'Clue' vibes in a secluded castle with the storm trapping them there. Looking forward to the next chapter in the story!