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Frank Bennett Adirondack Mountain Mystery #6
Tailspinner
Full moon or full evil?
Cops and ER nurses agree--a full moon brings out the crazy in people.
Police Chief Frank Bennett isn't superstitious. But he can't explain why the people--and even the animals--of Trout Run are behaving out of character. A wild animal at his door, a hallucinating hiker, a violent freak-out at the general store--what's going on in his normally placid town in the Adirondacks?
Then weird turns to deadly, and Frank has a violent death and a missing person to investigate. Is the missing man a perpetrator or a victim?
Some people suspect the strange doings in town are related to the arrival of an unusual new church. But maybe the Tabernacle of Living Light is just a convenient scapegoat for something much darker eating at the town's soul. Something powerful people and their allies will kill to conceal.
Bringing the evil to justice requires risking the life of an idealistic young woman. Frank’s desire to stay in control of events is put to the test. Will he win the battle but lose the war?
Join Police Chief Frank Bennett as he solves another perplexing case and struggles to protect the town he loves.
Cops and ER nurses agree--a full moon brings out the crazy in people.
Police Chief Frank Bennett isn't superstitious. But he can't explain why the people--and even the animals--of Trout Run are behaving out of character. A wild animal at his door, a hallucinating hiker, a violent freak-out at the general store--what's going on in his normally placid town in the Adirondacks?
Then weird turns to deadly, and Frank has a violent death and a missing person to investigate. Is the missing man a perpetrator or a victim?
Some people suspect the strange doings in town are related to the arrival of an unusual new church. But maybe the Tabernacle of Living Light is just a convenient scapegoat for something much darker eating at the town's soul. Something powerful people and their allies will kill to conceal.
Bringing the evil to justice requires risking the life of an idealistic young woman. Frank’s desire to stay in control of events is put to the test. Will he win the battle but lose the war?
Join Police Chief Frank Bennett as he solves another perplexing case and struggles to protect the town he loves.
- GenresMystery
278 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 22, 2018
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About the author
S.W. Hubbard
32 books454 followersS.W. Hubbard writes the kinds of books she loves to read: twisty, believable, full of complex characters, and highlighted with sly humor. She is the author of the Palmyrton Estate Sale Mystery Series and the Frank Bennett Adirondack Mountain Mystery Series, as well as the Life in Palmyrton Women's Friendship Fiction Series. Her short stories have appeared in Alfred Hitchcock’s Mystery Magazine and the anthologiesDead Drift, Crimes by Moonlight, The Mystery Box, andAdirondack Mysteries. When not writing, she hikes with her rescue dog, Libby, and her husband. She lives in Morristown, NJ.
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December 22, 2018
I love the Frank Bennett series and was so excited to learn a new one would be released soon! I love S. W. Hubbard's work and Tailspinner was no exception.
Frank is a small town police officer with only one other officer on the force. They patrol the kind of town where everyone knows everyone else or at least knows of everyone else. You'd think nothing would happen and they'd be bored, but lots happens in this small town in the Adirondacks!
The author's characters are very well rounded, seem like people I'd like to know and they and their stories pull you in immediately. I couldn't wait to find out what happened next in this book and while I wanted to get to the ending, I didn't want to because that would mean the story was over.
Ms. Hubbard gives great descriptions that make you feel like you can see the scenery and locations described in her books. That combined with the strength of the characters she writes is what keeps me coming back for more. Even though this is part of a series, they do not need to be read in order.
If you like mysteries, small towns, great characters and/or descriptions, the Frank Bennett mysteries are calling your name!
Frank is a small town police officer with only one other officer on the force. They patrol the kind of town where everyone knows everyone else or at least knows of everyone else. You'd think nothing would happen and they'd be bored, but lots happens in this small town in the Adirondacks!
The author's characters are very well rounded, seem like people I'd like to know and they and their stories pull you in immediately. I couldn't wait to find out what happened next in this book and while I wanted to get to the ending, I didn't want to because that would mean the story was over.
Ms. Hubbard gives great descriptions that make you feel like you can see the scenery and locations described in her books. That combined with the strength of the characters she writes is what keeps me coming back for more. Even though this is part of a series, they do not need to be read in order.
If you like mysteries, small towns, great characters and/or descriptions, the Frank Bennett mysteries are calling your name!
January 23, 2019
Just plain good
One of the things that make S W's book good is the realness of her characters. You can always relate a book character to someone you have known in your own life. Added to that would be the mystery wrapped in a complex yet believable plot
One of the things that make S W's book good is the realness of her characters. You can always relate a book character to someone you have known in your own life. Added to that would be the mystery wrapped in a complex yet believable plot
November 14, 2021
Tailspinner
Another good one! Her stories are all so different and really good. Frank and Earl are believable people. Just two good friends doing a tough job. Frank just tickles me to death. Loving this author!
Another good one! Her stories are all so different and really good. Frank and Earl are believable people. Just two good friends doing a tough job. Frank just tickles me to death. Loving this author!
February 27, 2019
Another enjoyable visit to the High Peaks region of the Adirondacks and every bit as good as I expected! Ms. Hubbard certainly has a great ear for dialogue and I love how she brings her characters to life. Earl has matured nicely but I'm a bit concerned about Penny. She needs to chill a bit!
December 31, 2018
Another Foray into Trout Run
I enjoy Frank Bennett’s practical no-nonsense take on police work and the denizens of the town. The maturation of Earl is also a welcome development! Write on, S. W.! Write on!
I enjoy Frank Bennett’s practical no-nonsense take on police work and the denizens of the town. The maturation of Earl is also a welcome development! Write on, S. W.! Write on!
January 20, 2019
Excellent!
Another great read! I was so engrossed in these characters, I felt i was actually in Trout Run! If you're looking for a book you can sink your teeth into, read Tailspinner!
Another great read! I was so engrossed in these characters, I felt i was actually in Trout Run! If you're looking for a book you can sink your teeth into, read Tailspinner!
December 18, 2020
Quirky and engaging!
As with the others in this series I was instantly captivated. Looking forward to more visits to Trout Run! Love these characters.
As with the others in this series I was instantly captivated. Looking forward to more visits to Trout Run! Love these characters.
December 23, 2018
So happy to read another Frank Bennet Adirondack book! This is the 5th in SW Hubbard’s series that takes place in the northern Adirondack mountain region. There are several investigations that Chief Frank and his assistant, Earl have to sort through. The best part for me is seeing that they follow through with the people who need their help. Many twists and turns that grabbed and kept my interest-then I can’t stop reading!. Common knowledge that a full moon brings out the crazies. References to local attractions, businesses, and High Peaks activities make this an enjoyable read beyond the mystery. And I fell in love with “Yogi”, Frank’s unplanned rescue companion. This book can be a stand alone read, but the continuing characters’ growth is developed from book 1.
January 9, 2019
An exciting read.....
A book with more twists and turns than a roller coaster ! Frank Bennett is always underestimated as he is police chief of a small rural. Those who underestimate him are are going to learn that their first mistake was thinking they could pull off a crime AND the second mistake was thinking they would get away with it. I recommend this book, it would have earned a full FIVE STARS but there are typos that the editor and proof readers missed. But don’t let that stop you from buying this book as the author is gifted, skilful and knows exactly how to a mystery that you will not be able to put down once you start reading.
A book with more twists and turns than a roller coaster ! Frank Bennett is always underestimated as he is police chief of a small rural. Those who underestimate him are are going to learn that their first mistake was thinking they could pull off a crime AND the second mistake was thinking they would get away with it. I recommend this book, it would have earned a full FIVE STARS but there are typos that the editor and proof readers missed. But don’t let that stop you from buying this book as the author is gifted, skilful and knows exactly how to a mystery that you will not be able to put down once you start reading.
April 23, 2020
Pay Attenton
In this adventure Frank Bennett and the citizens of Trout Run deal with outsiders and the way they influence the rhythm of small town life, spoiler alert, even Reverend Bob looses his cool. A new upscale grocery store and a new “new age” religious group come to town. The town folks like that The Hungry Loon has come to town bringing worldly delicacies on it’s shelves and the Tabernacle of Living Light believes the way to anyone’s heart is through their stomach. This story, like all of S w Hubbard’s tales, has enough twists and turns to keep you guessing until the very end. I eagerly await the next Frank Bennett Trout Run adventure.
In this adventure Frank Bennett and the citizens of Trout Run deal with outsiders and the way they influence the rhythm of small town life, spoiler alert, even Reverend Bob looses his cool. A new upscale grocery store and a new “new age” religious group come to town. The town folks like that The Hungry Loon has come to town bringing worldly delicacies on it’s shelves and the Tabernacle of Living Light believes the way to anyone’s heart is through their stomach. This story, like all of S w Hubbard’s tales, has enough twists and turns to keep you guessing until the very end. I eagerly await the next Frank Bennett Trout Run adventure.
July 13, 2023
Chief Frank Bennett has his hands full when a series of seemingly unrelated events disrupt usually quiet Trout Run. But as things become more violent, a connection seems to be made with a new age church that has opened in town. How is everything related, and why.
This book is full of references to local businesses and locations in the High Peaks area. That is what makes it a fun read. The mystery is pretty basic, but readable.
his is a buck full of local refrenes to buinesses and locations in the high peeks area, that is what maes it a fun read.
This book is full of references to local businesses and locations in the High Peaks area. That is what makes it a fun read. The mystery is pretty basic, but readable.
his is a buck full of local refrenes to buinesses and locations in the high peeks area, that is what maes it a fun read.
December 31, 2018
Tailspinners flash
A tale with as many twists and turns as the trails through the Adirondacks! Tailspinner provides another visit to Trout Run, NY and all the interesting characters that make a great story. As each scene unfolds I feel like I'm right there, helping to solve the mystery and save lives. A cozy mystery that keeps building in suspense as the full moon shines on Trout Run.
A tale with as many twists and turns as the trails through the Adirondacks! Tailspinner provides another visit to Trout Run, NY and all the interesting characters that make a great story. As each scene unfolds I feel like I'm right there, helping to solve the mystery and save lives. A cozy mystery that keeps building in suspense as the full moon shines on Trout Run.
January 30, 2020
I read this book while finishing another, hence the longer span of time. There’s so much going on that’s suspicious, I couldn’t wait to find out how it was all connected.
Of course, I knew Charlie was suffering like Laurel, though I never suspected poor Billy getting stuck. A total surprise from the Flynn family side. Even the cat meant more than just being a stray.
Earl is my favourite, Frank is cool, and the situations and problems are interesting and unusual. Loved it!
KU
Of course, I knew Charlie was suffering like Laurel, though I never suspected poor Billy getting stuck. A total surprise from the Flynn family side. Even the cat meant more than just being a stray.
Earl is my favourite, Frank is cool, and the situations and problems are interesting and unusual. Loved it!
KU
December 27, 2018
I loved this book! I was so excited to read more of Frank Bennett. Such a great character. The mystery he had to solve was entertaining and fast paced! Full of lovely characters and twists - especially wonderful twists. I love how the author can bring each character to life so vividly. Definitely add these books to your list!
April 21, 2020
Terrific!
This series is one of the best that I have read—- once started, I have read them straight through, in order. Characters are excellent and their interactions add much to the mystery. Each has a very different mystery, interesting plot, and a conclusion that is completely unexpected and shocking. Very talented author!!
This series is one of the best that I have read—- once started, I have read them straight through, in order. Characters are excellent and their interactions add much to the mystery. Each has a very different mystery, interesting plot, and a conclusion that is completely unexpected and shocking. Very talented author!!
March 27, 2023
A "lure" of a story indeed
Wow! So many characters and happenings in this story. It kept me intrigued right to the very last word. Just like a tail spinner lure it caught my attention right away and had me hooked. But I didn't know where the tail spinner (story) would land. Good suspenseful story. Thank you.
Wow! So many characters and happenings in this story. It kept me intrigued right to the very last word. Just like a tail spinner lure it caught my attention right away and had me hooked. But I didn't know where the tail spinner (story) would land. Good suspenseful story. Thank you.
May 8, 2023
Another interesting mystery!
This 5 th book in such an interesting series of small town mysteries. The characters are detailed enough you feel like you know them and the outdoor descriptions are vivid of the Adirondack Mountains. Each one has twists and turns that you don’t expect till the very end. I am ready to read another one as soon as I finish one.
This 5 th book in such an interesting series of small town mysteries. The characters are detailed enough you feel like you know them and the outdoor descriptions are vivid of the Adirondack Mountains. Each one has twists and turns that you don’t expect till the very end. I am ready to read another one as soon as I finish one.
January 10, 2019
Frank Bennett Adirondack Mystery
Tailspinner is another great installment in the Frank Bennett series. I love the characters, the the small town setting, and the wonderful adventures that I get to come along for - all in the comfort of my own home!
Tailspinner is another great installment in the Frank Bennett series. I love the characters, the the small town setting, and the wonderful adventures that I get to come along for - all in the comfort of my own home!
June 5, 2020
Another winner
Captivating from page one. A new church in town intrigues this small Adirondack town until people start acting strange. Frank Bennett and his deputy Earl are caught up in a mystery involving locals acting off and outsiders who seem a little too good to be true.
Captivating from page one. A new church in town intrigues this small Adirondack town until people start acting strange. Frank Bennett and his deputy Earl are caught up in a mystery involving locals acting off and outsiders who seem a little too good to be true.
September 28, 2021
This one was riveting, could hardly stop reading. Except it was past 1 am in the morning and my eyes were bleary! I really enjoy this series, it's clean with excellent dialogue and well developed characters.
March 9, 2022
good reading
Another good story with the addition of a cat . Frank is a great policeman and a 2nd marriage . A cult enters their town and Frank with Eric his assistant policeman work together to destroy him
Another good story with the addition of a cat . Frank is a great policeman and a 2nd marriage . A cult enters their town and Frank with Eric his assistant policeman work together to destroy him
February 7, 2026
Love from Canadian
Fantastic, the moral attributes the author brings in the books. I appreciate our emergency services workers more...hope for less disinformation in the future. Stay strong everybody.
Fantastic, the moral attributes the author brings in the books. I appreciate our emergency services workers more...hope for less disinformation in the future. Stay strong everybody.
January 3, 2019
So good! Every time I felt like I figured it out, she added a new twist that kept me on my toes. I couldn't put it down!
January 7, 2019
False prophet
Frank tangles with a false prophet who takes up r silence in his small town of Trout Run. Thanks to Frank and Earl, good triumphs over evil.
Frank tangles with a false prophet who takes up r silence in his small town of Trout Run. Thanks to Frank and Earl, good triumphs over evil.
February 28, 2019
Really enjoyed this latest book in the Frank Bennett series. It kept me guessing until the end.
April 25, 2019
Exceptional series!
Please write more!! Very real characters. We love the Adirondack and these books really capture the North Country small town atmosphere
Please write more!! Very real characters. We love the Adirondack and these books really capture the North Country small town atmosphere
September 21, 2019
Very entertaining. Good read. Easy reading for a afternoon. Keeps you interested. Believable characters in their everyday life. Will read more in the series.
November 30, 2019
Love these books
These books trot along nicely, good characters and the plots are believable and twisty with a bit of humour thrown in.
These books trot along nicely, good characters and the plots are believable and twisty with a bit of humour thrown in.
December 29, 2019
I always love the tails of frank and earl. This was another great addition to the Adirondack stories. Well worth the read.
January 3, 2020
One of the best books I've ever read
Would recommend this series to anyone. The best books I've read in a long time. Would love to see more books .
Would recommend this series to anyone. The best books I've read in a long time. Would love to see more books .
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