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Ice Jig
Tug O'Malley is dead, and there's not a wet eye in the house. When Trout Run's foremost curmudgeon turns up murdered, there are more suspects than mourners. Even Tug O'Malley's own family found him irritating and abrasive.But Police Chief Frank Bennett still has to investigate the crime, whether he liked the victim or not.Frank turns up plenty of reasons why someone left Tug to die in an ice fishing shack--his provocative politics, his obsessive nosiness, his casual cruelty. But as Frank works through the clues and rules out one suspect after another, his heart grows heavy. Because once the distractions are cleared away, all roads lead to a murderer who's far more beloved than Tug O' Malley.Now Frank must should he follow the rule of law or can he find an alternative path to justice?
- GenresMystery
218 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 23, 2020
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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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March 23, 2020
Ice Jig by S. W. Hubbard is another great addition to the Frank Bennett series set in the Adirondack Mountains.
This town and its inhabitants have become friends since I started reading this series and I was anxiously awaiting Ice Jig. The wait was worth it because the author did a wonderful job with Tug O'Malley's murder and the ensuing investigation. Granted, Tug wasn't exactly beloved, but what a sad way to go.
As always, just when I think I've figured out who the murderer is, I find out I'm wrong, but isn't that what makes a mystery a great read? Between this series and the Palmyrton series, I've been a fan since the beginning and just hope that the author continues to write for a long while.
If you enjoy mysteries, small towns and great characters, this is the series for you. Pick one up and enjoy the visit to Trout Run.
Thank you to the author for providing an ARC at my request. All thoughts in this review are my own and happily provided.
This town and its inhabitants have become friends since I started reading this series and I was anxiously awaiting Ice Jig. The wait was worth it because the author did a wonderful job with Tug O'Malley's murder and the ensuing investigation. Granted, Tug wasn't exactly beloved, but what a sad way to go.
As always, just when I think I've figured out who the murderer is, I find out I'm wrong, but isn't that what makes a mystery a great read? Between this series and the Palmyrton series, I've been a fan since the beginning and just hope that the author continues to write for a long while.
If you enjoy mysteries, small towns and great characters, this is the series for you. Pick one up and enjoy the visit to Trout Run.
Thank you to the author for providing an ARC at my request. All thoughts in this review are my own and happily provided.
March 24, 2020
This book is a realistic story about life in the Northeast part of the Adirondack Mountains. Book 6 continues the daily life of a sheriff, Frank Bennett, and his staff, the sheriff’s independent librarian wife, Penny, and the intertwined relationships of small town life. The dead man, called Tug, was trouble to many residents. And yet, Tug’s actual life and history shows more complexity than most North Country residents. A lot of the twisting plot reveals multiple secrets. I’ve enjoyed and anticipated all of this author’s series about Frank Bennett and his life, but Ice Jig was well worth the wait!
March 25, 2020
The characters lingered with me after I finished Ice Jig, as they always do with one of S. W. Hubbard's books. I feel as if I know them. I really like how Earl is developing as a well-rounded cop, who manages to surprise Frank with his talents. Frank is finally trusting that Earl is worth listening to. Tug O'Malley was not a nice person, but even he got a little sympathy from me in the end. This is just the story to entertain you while you practice social distancing, although it won't take you six weeks to read it! So be sure to pick up all the others in the series to tide you over.
December 22, 2020
Twisted story/well crafted
This author never fails me. She is a very talented writer who spins a tale about down to earth, real people. Her mysteries also have plenty of twists and turns. I love her books and look forward to the next installment in this series.
This author never fails me. She is a very talented writer who spins a tale about down to earth, real people. Her mysteries also have plenty of twists and turns. I love her books and look forward to the next installment in this series.
April 10, 2020
Great
Another great story!!! I am hoping there will be another installment!! With six books, the reader gets to know these characters, it's like we are apart of mine another's lives and we hate to see the story end!!
Another great story!!! I am hoping there will be another installment!! With six books, the reader gets to know these characters, it's like we are apart of mine another's lives and we hate to see the story end!!
December 17, 2020
Great.....as usual
Love this series and the characters. Frank is my all time favorite. Very down to earth with believable scenarios. Can't wait for the next one.
Love this series and the characters. Frank is my all time favorite. Very down to earth with believable scenarios. Can't wait for the next one.
May 8, 2020
Another Great Adventure
Chief Frank Bennett and Earl have another mystery to solve. Small town life may like bucolic and serene but looks are most definitely deceiving. Misdirection and misunderstanding abound in this well woven tale, just when you think you’ve got it another possibility pops up, keeping you entertained to the last page.
Chief Frank Bennett and Earl have another mystery to solve. Small town life may like bucolic and serene but looks are most definitely deceiving. Misdirection and misunderstanding abound in this well woven tale, just when you think you’ve got it another possibility pops up, keeping you entertained to the last page.
March 28, 2020
Diner special
I eagerly anticipate my trips to the Adirondacks. The town, the scenery and the people are all special to my book lovers heart. Each character is given depth by dialogue and time to get to know them, whether the drifter, the abused child or Chief Bennett. The story has as many twists as the mountain trails but Frank, with the help of his vastly matured deputy Earl, can handle it and hang on until the truth comes out.
I eagerly anticipate my trips to the Adirondacks. The town, the scenery and the people are all special to my book lovers heart. Each character is given depth by dialogue and time to get to know them, whether the drifter, the abused child or Chief Bennett. The story has as many twists as the mountain trails but Frank, with the help of his vastly matured deputy Earl, can handle it and hang on until the truth comes out.
March 24, 2020
Another Winner!
Chief Frank Bennett’s murder mysteries keep getting more and more convoluted and intricate. Nicely paced in the languid small-town way, yet full of surprises and “oh wow!” moments.
Chief Frank Bennett’s murder mysteries keep getting more and more convoluted and intricate. Nicely paced in the languid small-town way, yet full of surprises and “oh wow!” moments.
November 21, 2020
Great Book
I really enjoyed all of the Frank Bennet series. They are intriguing and keep me wanting more
I definitely recommend to anyone wanting a good novel
I really enjoyed all of the Frank Bennet series. They are intriguing and keep me wanting more
I definitely recommend to anyone wanting a good novel
July 13, 2020
Good mystery
I liked the story and am enjoying the series. It has one of my favorite likes, no sex, vulgarity or gore. I liked all the characters even more so since they have flaws.
The marriage between Frank and Penny is a marriage I can relate to. In another series I get so tired of the married couple just being perfect and the husband constantly talking about how awesome she looks and and both are tough and gritty. To perfect of a marriage to believe in. Not so with Frank and Penny.
Bottom line this series is one I can see myself being a resident of Trout Run and fitting right in.
I liked the story and am enjoying the series. It has one of my favorite likes, no sex, vulgarity or gore. I liked all the characters even more so since they have flaws.
The marriage between Frank and Penny is a marriage I can relate to. In another series I get so tired of the married couple just being perfect and the husband constantly talking about how awesome she looks and and both are tough and gritty. To perfect of a marriage to believe in. Not so with Frank and Penny.
Bottom line this series is one I can see myself being a resident of Trout Run and fitting right in.
June 17, 2020
Love this author and I cant wait for the next book!!!!
May 14, 2020
Great Series
I read all the books of this series so far and have enjoyed them immensely. The stories kept me on edge and I had a hard time putting them down to do other important things in my life. Each book moves into the next one with ease and continues the stories about community, people and connections while it spins a mystery around “who done its” that keep Police Chief Frank and his sidekick Earl problem solving and brainstorming to working out solutions that may or may not be pertinent to their case. I enjoyed reading these books very much and I think you might too. Hope another book in this series is in the works.
I read all the books of this series so far and have enjoyed them immensely. The stories kept me on edge and I had a hard time putting them down to do other important things in my life. Each book moves into the next one with ease and continues the stories about community, people and connections while it spins a mystery around “who done its” that keep Police Chief Frank and his sidekick Earl problem solving and brainstorming to working out solutions that may or may not be pertinent to their case. I enjoyed reading these books very much and I think you might too. Hope another book in this series is in the works.
January 30, 2026
A disappointing entry in this series . The plot was slow moving and Frank was unlikeable , and overly critical of Earl , who did far more to solve the murder than Frank did with his " guessing " . Frank does not just guess who the murderer is once but three times , arresting his second suspect who the DA has to come to him to suggest looking for facts . The murder more or less solves itself with the help of Earl and seven year old Lucus who is the real brains in this book . Jessica , Marge and Lucus's story is the only reason I continued reading . By far the least enjoyable book in the series .
April 3, 2020
Ice Jig - a review by Rosemary Kenny
There's never a dull moment in Frank's life as Sheriff of the small town he and his librarian wife Penny call home.
A family mystery with someone who's not whom they claim to be, comes too close to home for Frank's liking and his search for answers causes a rift that may be unfixable.
When a poisonous local blogger's body is found in unusual circumstances, the pool of suspects begiins to deepen.
There's never a dull moment in Frank's life as Sheriff of the small town he and his librarian wife Penny call home.
A family mystery with someone who's not whom they claim to be, comes too close to home for Frank's liking and his search for answers causes a rift that may be unfixable.
When a poisonous local blogger's body is found in unusual circumstances, the pool of suspects begiins to deepen.
April 22, 2020
Wonderful!
Another excellent entry in this series! This one involves residents of Trout Run----their secrets, lies, interactions, and past history. This all occurs amidst worst winter in years---- heave snow, freezing temperatures, and festering animosities. It has another unexpected, shocking conclusion!
Another excellent entry in this series! This one involves residents of Trout Run----their secrets, lies, interactions, and past history. This all occurs amidst worst winter in years---- heave snow, freezing temperatures, and festering animosities. It has another unexpected, shocking conclusion!
March 5, 2023
Again, another great book in the Frank Bennett series. I read this and Book 7 out of order but it didn’t matter to me as I read them back-to-back. Another great page turner that kept me reading late into the night, and such a surprise toward the end. No spoilers here - you’ll just have to read it for yourself!
April 23, 2020
Another great whodunnit
I'm so sorry that this is the last book in the series. I really hope there will be more books about Trout Run and Frank Bennett. I love this series. Keep the books coming!
I'm so sorry that this is the last book in the series. I really hope there will be more books about Trout Run and Frank Bennett. I love this series. Keep the books coming!
April 29, 2020
Another great read from S.W. Hubbard
Hubbard takes the reader to the Adirondacks in winter - I had to put on a sweater, but I couldn’t put ‘Ice Jig’ down till I reached the twisty, satisfying conclusion. Believable, authentic characters in a wonderfully drawn setting.
Hubbard takes the reader to the Adirondacks in winter - I had to put on a sweater, but I couldn’t put ‘Ice Jig’ down till I reached the twisty, satisfying conclusion. Believable, authentic characters in a wonderfully drawn setting.
May 11, 2023
wow! I never expected the ending!
I did not expect the last twists and turns and the ending was great! Frank is so human in his interactions with Penny and I have grown to really enjoy the characters of Trout Run!
I did not expect the last twists and turns and the ending was great! Frank is so human in his interactions with Penny and I have grown to really enjoy the characters of Trout Run!
April 25, 2020
Good SWHubbard book. I like Frank.
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May 2, 2020
Entertaining
Familiar characters, and that makes it enjoyable. The story was slow, and didn't grab me the way some of the others in this series have. I do love the setting!
Familiar characters, and that makes it enjoyable. The story was slow, and didn't grab me the way some of the others in this series have. I do love the setting!
June 9, 2021
What people will do
Will the human race ever agree with keeping our planet from being destroyed. Capitalism and conservation are constantly at war.
Will the human race ever agree with keeping our planet from being destroyed. Capitalism and conservation are constantly at war.
August 29, 2021
Could not stop reading!
Great read! The characters and story are fantastic! I am going straight away for my next Frank Bennet Adirondack mystery.
Great read! The characters and story are fantastic! I am going straight away for my next Frank Bennet Adirondack mystery.
September 12, 2021
Another entertaining Frank Bennett book
I've read all of these and found them to be thought provoking and intriguing. Try them yourself and you'll see!
I've read all of these and found them to be thought provoking and intriguing. Try them yourself and you'll see!
November 15, 2021
Ice Jig
Another good one! These stories pull me in and I can't stop reading till it's done. Love these characters. Love this author!
Another good one! These stories pull me in and I can't stop reading till it's done. Love these characters. Love this author!
July 14, 2022
Read during vacay at the beach! I like how Hubbard only kills of nasty, annoying folks in her series. With a twist. Dialogue is well written.
November 1, 2022
Frank and Earl do it again
Twisted, and suspenseful. They two cops have it all figured out. Kept me guessing till the end. Love these novels. Ready for another one.
Twisted, and suspenseful. They two cops have it all figured out. Kept me guessing till the end. Love these novels. Ready for another one.
January 1, 2023
Interesting local(Adirondack) read. Well written!
December 20, 2023
I loved the mystery. I love the backstories of the different characters in Trout Run.
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