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Hell Hole: a Carson and Buella mystery
Carson convinces Buella that making a guest appearance on her favorite TV show, “Searching for Sasquatch”, would be fun. Their quest for a sasquatch sighting in the vast wilds of The Francis Marion National Forest takes a detour when new evidence in a local cold case murder captures Buella’s attention. The sisters’ bulldog approach to both mysteries requires the aid of locals for them to succeed. Carson’s and Buella’s success and safety depends on their ability to decide which locals are trustworthy; otherwise, their time in Hell Hole may be permanent.
193 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 18, 2017
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About the author
Beth Tyner
6 books1 followerBeth Tyner grew up in the small town of St. George, South Carolina. Growing up, Beth and her two sisters’ main hobbies were sports and reading. These activities were encouraged by their mother, an athletic woman who taught Beth and her sisters how to swim, fish, and play tennis and basketball. Aside from teaching Beth how to enjoy the outdoors, her mother also passed down her main passion—the love of the written word.
Following college and marriage, Beth convinced her husband, Mack, to move back to Saint George, where they both began working at her father’s hardware store. While originally intended to be a temporary situation, Beth and Mack ended up owning and running “the store” for over 30 years. In the beginning, neither expected hardware store to be a permanent fixture in their lives. However, both are thankful for how the store has shaped their lives and the lives of their four children. While the family hardware store closed after 65 years of service, Beth was determined to ensure that the memories and history surrounding the store were not forgotten. Beth originally wrote “Inside The George” for her grandchildren to give them a glimpse of how their grandparents and parents’ lives were shaped by the family business, its customers, its employees and the local community.
Beth still resides in Saint George, South Carolina, with her husband, and she fills her days with gardening, cheering for her South Carolina Gamecocks, and, most importantly, spending time with family.
Following college and marriage, Beth convinced her husband, Mack, to move back to Saint George, where they both began working at her father’s hardware store. While originally intended to be a temporary situation, Beth and Mack ended up owning and running “the store” for over 30 years. In the beginning, neither expected hardware store to be a permanent fixture in their lives. However, both are thankful for how the store has shaped their lives and the lives of their four children. While the family hardware store closed after 65 years of service, Beth was determined to ensure that the memories and history surrounding the store were not forgotten. Beth originally wrote “Inside The George” for her grandchildren to give them a glimpse of how their grandparents and parents’ lives were shaped by the family business, its customers, its employees and the local community.
Beth still resides in Saint George, South Carolina, with her husband, and she fills her days with gardening, cheering for her South Carolina Gamecocks, and, most importantly, spending time with family.
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May 9, 2025
delightful blend of humor and intrigue that keeps readers entertained from start to finish. The story follows sisters Carson and Buella as they embark on an unexpected adventure in the Francis Marion National Forest. Initially aiming to make a guest appearance on the quirky TV show “Searching for Sasquatch,” their plans take a turn when they stumble upon new evidence in a long-unsolved local murder case.  
Beth M. Tyner crafts a narrative that is both engaging and humorous, with well-developed characters who are as endearing as they are determined. Carson’s enthusiasm and Buella’s no-nonsense attitude create a dynamic duo that readers will root for. The pacing is brisk, with each chapter unveiling new twists and turns that keep the mystery fresh and compelling. 
The setting of the Francis Marion National Forest adds an atmospheric backdrop to the story, enhancing the sense of adventure and suspense. Tyner’s attention to detail in describing the environment immerses readers in the journey alongside the protagonists.
While the book leans heavily into its comedic elements, it doesn’t shy away from exploring the complexities of small-town life and the impact of unresolved mysteries. The balance between lighthearted moments and serious undertones adds depth to the narrative, making it more than just a typical cozy mystery.
In conclusion, Hell Hole is a charming and entertaining read that offers a refreshing take on the cozy mystery genre. With its engaging characters, witty dialogue, and intriguing plot, it’s a book that will appeal to fans of humorous mysteries and those looking for a delightful escape into a well-crafted story.
Beth M. Tyner crafts a narrative that is both engaging and humorous, with well-developed characters who are as endearing as they are determined. Carson’s enthusiasm and Buella’s no-nonsense attitude create a dynamic duo that readers will root for. The pacing is brisk, with each chapter unveiling new twists and turns that keep the mystery fresh and compelling. 
The setting of the Francis Marion National Forest adds an atmospheric backdrop to the story, enhancing the sense of adventure and suspense. Tyner’s attention to detail in describing the environment immerses readers in the journey alongside the protagonists.
While the book leans heavily into its comedic elements, it doesn’t shy away from exploring the complexities of small-town life and the impact of unresolved mysteries. The balance between lighthearted moments and serious undertones adds depth to the narrative, making it more than just a typical cozy mystery.
In conclusion, Hell Hole is a charming and entertaining read that offers a refreshing take on the cozy mystery genre. With its engaging characters, witty dialogue, and intriguing plot, it’s a book that will appeal to fans of humorous mysteries and those looking for a delightful escape into a well-crafted story.
March 23, 2018
When I started this book I wasn't sure I was gonna finish it if it was all about bigfoot. Don't like not to finish a book no matter what. It did get better later on after two sister won a bunch of big foot prizes and went camping to hunt for it. They got involved and interested in a unsolved crimes about missing dead girls. Ended up finding info about more than 2 or 3 girls and cracked the case. Thanks for big foot for helping them in the end too.
October 11, 2018
Poor writing and editing
Lots and lots of sloppy. I honestly only finished it to see what kinds of ridiculous the author would come up with next. Tons of wrong word and punctuation errors. Have only highlighted a fraction. The mystery could be okay if it weren't about everything else instead and the pacing were better.
Lots and lots of sloppy. I honestly only finished it to see what kinds of ridiculous the author would come up with next. Tons of wrong word and punctuation errors. Have only highlighted a fraction. The mystery could be okay if it weren't about everything else instead and the pacing were better.
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