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Ripple Effect Mystery #7
No Big Rip
Road-Trip Assault Entangles Seniors in No Big Rip, A Cozy Mystery Adventure from Jeanne Glidewell-- Rockdale, Missouri --When ex-lawman and senior citizen, Rip Ripple, is assaulted by a strung-out young man at a rest area outside Rockdale, Missouri, he assures his wife, Rapella, it’s “no big rip.” Aboard their travel-trailer, the “Chartreuse Caboose,” the couple is destined to see their friends Lexie Starr and Stone Van Patten at their bed and breakfast, The Alexandria Inn.Pressed by Rapella to report the crime, Rip meets with Det. Wyatt Johnson, who dutifully documents the details with a promise to investigate.When the attacker turns out to be the son of Lexie’s recently deceased neighbor, Lillian Sparrow, the two amateur sleuths are compelled to investigate the truth behind her death. Before long, Rapella and Lexie find themselves in a life-or-death situation.Retirement can be dangerous!From The The Ripple Effect series will be enjoyed by fans of Joanne Fluke, Madison Johns, Ceecee James, and readers of cozy mysteries who enjoy light-hearted, clean & wholesome, mysteries featuring female amateur sleuths and senior citizens.“Glidewell succeeds in maintaining a rapidly paced storyline that dramatically builds suspense, while her tongue-in-cheek sense of humor provides plenty of laugh-out-loud moments.” ~Booklist on Leave No Stone Unturned“Jeanne Glidewell’s mysteries are fast-paced, complex, and has just the right hint of romance.” ~Jill Churchill, author of the Jane Jeffry and Grace and Favor Mysteries“I hope this series continues. Being Rip and Rapellas’ age I am happy to see them featured in adventures. I can recommend this book to anyone who likes mysteries, cozy or not.” ~Anna, ReviewerTHE RIPPLE EFFECT MYSTERIES, in series orderA Rip Roaring Good TimeRip TideRipped to ShredsRip Your Heart OutRipped ApartRipped OffNo Big RipThe Grim RipperRip ChordTHE LEXIE STARR MYSTERIES, in series orderLeave No Stone UnturnedThe Extinguished GuestHauntedWith This RingJust DuckyThe Spirit of the Season - a holiday novellaCozy CampingMarriage & Mayhem
- GenresMystery
298 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 24, 2022
About the author
Jeanne Glidewell
24 books42 followersJeanne Glidewell, a 2006 pancreas and kidney transplant recipient, and her husband, Bob, reside in the quaint little coastal town of Rockport, Texas. They previously owned a large RV Park in Cheyenne, Wyoming for 12 years, which gave Jeanne the idea for the Ripple Effect series. Her main characters, Rip and Rapella Ripple, are full-time RVers, with Rapella solving murder mysteries along the way in their travels. Her other (and first) cozy mystery series, the Lexie Starr mysteries, involves a 50-year old library assistant who meets and marries an east coast jeweler named Stone Van Patten. Together they renovate a historic Victorian mansion and turn it into the Alexandria Inn in the fictional town of Rockdale, Missouri. Lexie can’t help getting involved in murder cases taking place in and around the B&B.
All of Jeanne's novels - a romance suspense novel titled Soul Survivor; 7 books and 1 holiday novella in her Lexie Starr series; and 7 books in her Ripple Effect series - are available at nearly every eRetailer site in both eBook and paperback formats. "The Spirit of the Season" is a holiday novella (short novel) she wrote to benefit her local chapter of the Toys for Tots program, with all her proceeds going to help children in her (Leavenworth) county have a merrier Christmas. Jeanne appreciates your support in this endeavor.
Jeanne’s next release, book 8 in the Ripple Effect series, titled The Grim Ripper, is expected to hit bookstores in May 2023.
All of Jeanne's novels - a romance suspense novel titled Soul Survivor; 7 books and 1 holiday novella in her Lexie Starr series; and 7 books in her Ripple Effect series - are available at nearly every eRetailer site in both eBook and paperback formats. "The Spirit of the Season" is a holiday novella (short novel) she wrote to benefit her local chapter of the Toys for Tots program, with all her proceeds going to help children in her (Leavenworth) county have a merrier Christmas. Jeanne appreciates your support in this endeavor.
Jeanne’s next release, book 8 in the Ripple Effect series, titled The Grim Ripper, is expected to hit bookstores in May 2023.
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May 30, 2022
Fun and Murder
Several years ago my cousin in Kansas City told me about the Ripple Effect Mysteries and gave me the first two in the series which I quickly devoured. I like them for many reasons but chief among the reasons is where they take place. I can visualize many of the locations as I grew up in Missouri and visited Kansas City often.
This book, No Big Rip, is my favorite so far. The characters are well developed and interesting. I had a difficult time trying to guess the identity of the murderer and was hoping that she or he would be someone I didn't much like.
I also like the "advanced age" of the main characters. It is refreshing to read a believable story with characters who are my age!
Finally, I have learned a great deal about the RV life and would love to try it. At least by reading the books, I can experience a bit of that life!
Several years ago my cousin in Kansas City told me about the Ripple Effect Mysteries and gave me the first two in the series which I quickly devoured. I like them for many reasons but chief among the reasons is where they take place. I can visualize many of the locations as I grew up in Missouri and visited Kansas City often.
This book, No Big Rip, is my favorite so far. The characters are well developed and interesting. I had a difficult time trying to guess the identity of the murderer and was hoping that she or he would be someone I didn't much like.
I also like the "advanced age" of the main characters. It is refreshing to read a believable story with characters who are my age!
Finally, I have learned a great deal about the RV life and would love to try it. At least by reading the books, I can experience a bit of that life!
June 17, 2022
We all know that when Rapella and Rip turn up life is going to be interesting...even more so when they team up with Lexie and Stone. Okay that's a bit unfair to Rip and Stone but their wives are a force to be reckoned with. If you enjoy a cozy with a number of possible suspects this is certainly the one for you.
With plenty of suspects they have their hands full sol ing the murder of Lexies neighbour.
As always the characters are well fleshed out and all voiced believably. Yes you could just start with this one but why not indulge yourself from the start of the series... and add the Lexie Starr ones as well so you have a full background on the main characters.
I received a copy of this book from eBook Discovery. This is my honest and freely given review.
With plenty of suspects they have their hands full sol ing the murder of Lexies neighbour.
As always the characters are well fleshed out and all voiced believably. Yes you could just start with this one but why not indulge yourself from the start of the series... and add the Lexie Starr ones as well so you have a full background on the main characters.
I received a copy of this book from eBook Discovery. This is my honest and freely given review.
May 31, 2022
A Family Murder Mystery
Talk about a twister! Rapella and Lexie are going crazy trying to
Solve the death of Lexies friend. They no more find a suspect, and
find that person is innocent, then another Rapella has a whole list
Of suspects! But no proof. Can the girls solve the murder or will they become the next murder. You won’t figure this mystery there are so
Many twists and turns in this Ripple Mystery. You’ll have to read it
for yourself to find out. Another great Ripple mystery.
Debra H.
Talk about a twister! Rapella and Lexie are going crazy trying to
Solve the death of Lexies friend. They no more find a suspect, and
find that person is innocent, then another Rapella has a whole list
Of suspects! But no proof. Can the girls solve the murder or will they become the next murder. You won’t figure this mystery there are so
Many twists and turns in this Ripple Mystery. You’ll have to read it
for yourself to find out. Another great Ripple mystery.
Debra H.
June 1, 2022
An 8 star book
I simply adore these characters, they make new laugh out loud, gasp at some of their escapades, and they can bring me to tears with their love for each other. This who done it surprised me for sure. A wonderful read, I'm looking forward to the next adventure.
I simply adore these characters, they make new laugh out loud, gasp at some of their escapades, and they can bring me to tears with their love for each other. This who done it surprised me for sure. A wonderful read, I'm looking forward to the next adventure.
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