Oil Wells, Oatmeal Cookies, and Ornery Old Men

Tabitha Clive Amateur Sleuth Short Read

By: Sharon Michaels

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

Question: What does an oil tycoon’s death, a group of old poker buddies, and a batch of freshly baked oatmeal cookies have in common?
Answer: Tabitha Clive!
Amateur sleuth and baker extraordinaire Tabitha Clive is out to help save Emma’s son, Caleb, from standing trial for a murder he did not commit.

The year is 1980 and Tabitha Clive loves baking, writing, and running the family farm in her quiet town of Kornville, Nebraska. Well, Kornville was a quiet small town until farmer Landon Turner discovered oil on his property, turning him into a wealthy tycoon overnight.

The farmer’s newfound wealth brings with it danger and darkness when the oil tycoon is found dead in his storm cellar. The situation becomes even worse when Emma’s son Caleb becomes the prime suspect in Landon’s murder.

As Tabitha and Emma delve deeper into the case, they uncover a web of deceit, betrayal, and jealousy. The two women must break through the small town’s gossip and secrets to uncover the truth that will clear Caleb’s name.

Oil Wells, Oatmeal Cookies, and Ornery Old Men is a short read cozy mystery that will keep you guessing until the very end.

***You’ll find an old-fashioned oatmeal cookie recipe included.***

The Tabitha Clive Mystery Series
A fun, short read, cozy mystery series that will keep you guessing until the very end.
Cats, Crooks, and Cobblers Book 1
Jailbirds, Jelly Rolls, and Justice Book
Planes, Prisoners, and Poisoned Pies Book 3
Bad Guys, Bribery, and Blueberry Muffins Book 4
Oil Wells, Oatmeal Cookies, and Ornery Old Men Book 5
Authors, Arson, and Apple Strudel Book 6
Secrets, Scrapbooks, and Strawberry Shortcake Book 7

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