Elvis and the Blue Suede Bones: A Southern Cousins Mystery

A Southern Cousins Mystery #10

by Peggy Webb

The Valentine family receives BIG NEWS and everybody’s in a fever Jack and Callie want to make the world go away, but her mama throws a garden party so she can spread the news. While Mooreville’s glitterati chow down on Cousin Lovie’s sausage balls, Elvis is in the flower beds digging up some blue suede bones – human bones. Suspicious minds put the blame on Mama. If Callie wants to save her, it’s now or never. She goes into sleuth mode along with a whole lotta help from Lovie and everybody’s favorite crooning canine detective. Can Elvis and the Valentine gang catch a killer with murder always on his mind before Ruby Nell ends up doing the jailhouse rock? Read Elvis and the Blue Suede Bones and find out why reviewers call the Southern Cousins cozies “…a bestselling series that is the perfect combination of mystery, romance and just plain fun!”

Genres: Cozy

169 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 21, 2018

About the author

Peggy Webb. USA Today Bestseller, is the author of more than 100 novels. Her thrillers and literary novels have topped Amazon charts. A former adjunct instructor of writing at Mississippi State University, Millions of her novels have sold around the world in more than 25 languages. Peggy is the most prolific writer her home state of Mississippi has ever produced, and she is considered one of the most beloved and iconic authors in the business. Pat Conroy calls her literary work "astonishing," Kathie Fong Yoneda labels it "brilliant," and readers consider her books "Must Reads." Peggy's has won numerous awards, including many Reviewer's Choice, the Maggie, a Waldenbooks Award for #1 Bestseller of the Year, several Word Weaving Award of Excellence, and the prestigious Pioneer Award for creating the subgenre of romantic comedy. One of her novels was submitted for a Pulitzer. Peggy also writes under the pen names, Anna Michaels and Elaine Hussey.

Peggy is an accomplished pianist and singer, and has graced the stage of her local community theater in roles such as M'lynn in Steel Magnolias (played by Sally Field in the movie), and the White Witch in The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe. She composed the blues lyrics she credited to her characters in two of her books, including her latest thriller series from Bookouture, the Logan Sisters. She passed her love of music to her family. Her son plays guitar and harmonica, her daughter and two granddaughters sing, her youngest grandson plays piano, and her grandson David Webb made the gorgeous photographs that appear through her new, state-of-the-art website. For her latest news, visit her website at peggywebb.com, stop by her blog to leave a note, and contact her with any questions. She appreciates her fans and loves hearing what you think.



Series:
* Westmoreland Diaries
* A Southern Cousins Mystery

Reviews

[Sherry · Rating 5 out of 5]

“Mischief, Mayhem, & Murder”

Ladies & Gentlemen, Elvis is back in the building! My favorite hounddog, & his human parents, Callie & Jack, are crazily trying to adapt to Callie’s new pregnancy. Contributing to the mayhem are Callie’s cousin Lovie, Callie’s mama Ruby Nell, & the queen of malaprops Fayrene. When Elvis digs up a human bone in her garden Ruby Nell finds herself in the hot seat as the prime suspect. From then on you better fasten your seatbelt as the ladies of Tupelo go on a wacky, yet dangerous ride to unearth the real killer before the Sheriff throws Callie’s mama in jail!

[Gabrielle David · Rating 4 out of 5]

Elvis is doggone good

While I enjoy all the Southern Cousins characters, I must admit Elvis is my favorite. I like the others, too, but the King in a dog suit helping solve mysteries is the greatest.

The writing – or perhaps I should say editing – has improved over that past few books. Webb is a great comedy writer but her occasional lapses need to be caught by a proficient editor. There was only one real error in this book (Kaopectate treats diarrhea, it doesn’t cause it) that I hope the author will fix.

[Beth Howering · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another home run for Peggy Webb

With every adventure i love this series more. I feel like the Valentine family are old eccentric friends. Elvis is still a star in his life as a basset hound. The plots are crazy, the writing so clever that I eagerly await the next book. A funny romp!

[Victoria Sanchez · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fun book

I really enjoy.these southern cousins mysteries. They are so much fun . I love Callie and her family. Elvis the Bassett hound is awesome.

[Heidi Day · Rating 5 out of 5]

These are my favorite mysteries. They are a fun read! Elvis is a hoot and I can just imagine him in his pink bow tie. Can't wait for the next Elvis and company mystery!