Terror on Tybee Island

Trixie Montgomery #3

by Deborah Malone

A homeless cat. A diamond bracelet in the moonlight. A corpse buried in the dunes. Strolling on the beach one moonlit evening, Trixie Montgomery stumbles on a body buried in the sand. Full time historical writer and part time amateur sleuth, she waves bon voyage to her relaxing vacation, and becomes entangled in the search for who-done-it. With best friend, Dee Dee Lamont, in tow, the duo springs into action when Trixie's beloved aunt Nana goes missing as she closes in on the killer. Who's taken Nana, and how will the girls save her from becoming the next buried treasure in the pirate's booty? Smell the salty breezes, and savor the delicacies fresh-from-the sea in Terror on Tybee Island, a seaside cozy mystery from popular author, Deborah Malone.

160 pages, Paperback

First published November 17, 2013

About the author

Deborah Malone has a degree in Human Services and worked in the field for several years before starting her writing career. Deborah’s first novel, "Death in Dahlonega," finaled in the American Christian Fiction Writer's Category Five writing contest! Deborah was nominated for 2012 and 2013 Georgia Author of the Year Award in Novel category. Deborah was awarded the Georgia Author of the Year Award 2018 in Inspiration Category. Deborah’s Bible Study, “Bloom Where You Are,” won second place in the prestigious Selah Awards in Bible Study category. She is a member of the Georgia’s Writer’s Association, Atlanta Writers, American Christian Fiction Writers, and Advanced Writers and Speakers Association. She lives in North Georgia with her husband, Travis.

Reviews

[Debbie Viscosi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Trixie, Dee Dee, and Nana are back to solving mysteries this time on vacation. Staying at a bed and breakfast on Tybee Island leads to another investigation as a homeless cat leads them to a diamond bracelet. Who would lose such a precious item on the beach? As Trixie, Dee Dee, and Nana begin sleuthing, what will they uncover?

This is the third Trixie Montgomery book. You do not have to read these books in sequence to follow these delightful ladies but frequent referrals to prior adventures will make reading more enjoyable if you do. The characters are fun and funny, and the type of people you want to hang around with. These ladies are fierce proponents of each other, going the extra mile to take care of each other. When met with challenges, they come together to help. Wouldn't you want friends like this? Malone has delivered another warm, welcoming look at life in lovely Georgia.

[Teresa Moyer · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love all 3 main characters in this series. This one had me wondering who was going to be the correct suspect till almost the end. But the reason for the murder did surprise me.

[Sheree Martin · Rating 3 out of 5]

My first occasion to read anything by Deborah Malone. This is an enjoyable book--definitely worth reading if you enjoy fiction that is clean, fun, good storytelling about characters who could be real people.

I bought the book from the author at a writers conference--no awareness. I was talking to a writer an adjacent table and she invited me to check out her books. I mentioned that I liked to read cozy mysteries about cats and she recommended Terror On Tybee Island. The cat character isn't quite as prominent as I would have hoped. :) That said, I'm happy that I bought the book and read it.

I like to encourage good writers and Deborah definitely has talent as a writer and storyteller. I might've rated it a 4, but a very few times the writing jumped out at me as being slightly choppy. This wasn't OFTEN, just a very few paragraphs across the 158 page book. I point that out NOT as a criticism, but (I hope) to help the writer continue to advance in her work and calling as a writer.

If you like positive fiction that's fun to read and uplifting, not depressing, not depraved, then I definitely recommend Terror on Tybee Island and I look forward to checking out other books in this series.

[Sandy McCarthy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Goodreads First Reads Winner!!

Delightful, delightful read!! When I saw the cover, I immediately loved it. Can't wait to read the other 2 in the series. Great job, Deborah! I can't wait to read more of your great works!!

[Holly · Rating 3 out of 5]

Looking forward to discussing this during March ACFW book discussion!

[Staci · Rating 3 out of 5]

Fun and quick mystery.

[Melanie · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is another great story in the Trixie Montgomery series. I love that it took place in two of my favorite spots in Georgia. Tybee Island and Savannah. I can't wait till the next book!

[Kenna · Rating 4 out of 5]

My favorite in this series so far.

[Kelly · Rating 4 out of 5]

Review later, but I am ready for the next one! Of course I do have to actually go to #2 first. :)