The Moonshine Shack Murder, Diane Kelly
The Moonshine Shack Murder, Diane Kelly
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The Moonshine Shack Murder

Author: Diane Kelly

Narrator: Tyla Collier

Unabridged: 8 hr 25 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Penguin Audio

Published: 07/06/2021


Synopsis

In this intoxicating new cozy mystery series, the future for modern-day moonshiner Hattie Hayes looks bright--until death darkens the doorstep of her Moonshine Shack.

The Hayes family has made moonshine in Chattanooga since the days of Prohibition, and Hattie is happy to continue the tradition, serving up fun, fruity flavors in mason jars for locals and tourists alike. All signs indicate her new 'shine shop will be a smashing success. What's more, mounted police officer Marlon Landers has taken a shine to Hattie. For the first time ever, the stars seemed to have aligned in both her work and romantic life. But when a body ends up on her store's doorstep alongside a broken jar of her Firefly Moonshine, it just might be lights out for her fledgling business.

The homicide detective can't seem to identify the person who killed the owner of a nearby bar. The only witness is Hattie's longhaired gray cat, and Smoky isn't talking. When the detective learns that the victim and Hattie had a heated exchange shortly before his murder, she becomes her prime suspect.

Lest Hattie end up behind bars like her bootlegging great-grandfather a century before, she must distill the evidence herself and serve the killer a swift shot of justice.

About The Author

After spending several fun years in Nashville, Tennessee, Diane Kelly ventured over to the eastern side of the Appalachian range and now resides in the heart of North Carolina. She found herself fascinated by the region's rich past, especially the secret moonshiners who served up spirits during Prohibition and their runners who spawned the auto racing industry. She also fell in love with the beautiful Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains, and the quaint cities and towns scattered among them. With its natural splendor, storied history, and southern charm, Chattanooga is one of Diane's favorite vacation spots, and she is excited to set her Moonshine Shack series along its riverfront.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Jennifer on January 30, 2021

A wonderful example of a cozy mystery, complete with a business savvy protagonist, an irascible granddad, and a brewing romance. Kelly does an excellent job in this first book of her new Southern Homebrew Series in creating a warm, approachable character in Hattie Hayes. I also love the warmth and h......more

Goodreads review by Kristina on July 06, 2021

The Moonshine Shack Murder by Diane Kelly is an entertaining new cozy mystery. Hattie Hayes is opening the Moonshine Shack in Chattanooga, Tennessee where she will be selling her Firefly Moonshine. Her great-grandfather made moonshine during prohibition and Hattie is getting back into the business t......more

Goodreads review by Heidi on November 16, 2022

Soooo good. I really enjoyed getting to know Hattie and I loved that she kept in touch with Ace throughout the investigation, even if Ace didn't want her too. I thought her grandpa was so funny and I cannot wait to see if anything blossoms between Marlon and Hattie. Diane Kelly is an amazing writer......more

Goodreads review by Moondance on September 05, 2021

The machinery sloshed, whirred, jangled, and clinked as I stood in breathless anticipation at the end of the conveyor belt on the factory floor. This is the first book in the Southern Homebrew series and it is an excellent start. Hattie Hayes has opened the Moonshine Shack in Chattanooga, Tennessee wh......more

Goodreads review by Erica on September 02, 2021

Cute, fun story with enjoyable characters. A different premise. I look forward to the series.......more


Quotes

"If you're thirsty for a mystery overflowing with Southern flavor and a shot of humor, The Moonshine Shack Murder is sure to quench your thirst and whet your appetite for more." V. M. Burns, Agatha Award-nominated author of Paw and Order

"Hattie is the perfect sleuth, full of smarts, humor, and gumption to spare. Settle in for a great read!"--Winnie Archer, national bestselling author of Dough or Die 

"The Moonshine Shack Murder is a charming cozy mystery that will warm you from the inside out and keep you guessing till the end!"--Kate Lansing, author of Killer Chardonnay

“A shining example of a cozy mystery, complete with a business savvy protagonist, an irascible granddad, and a brewing romance.”—Jennifer J. Chow, author of Mimi Lee Reads Between the Lines

Praise for Diane Kelly

“Keep your eye on Diane Kelly—her writing is tight, smart and laugh-out-loud funny.”—Kristan Higgins, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author

"Kelly’s novel is smart, sexy and funny,”—Leslie Langtry, author of the Bombay assassins mystery series 

"Kelly's plot is filled with belligerent and bad ass characters and dicey situations that will keep you turning the pages to see how it all turns out.”—Fresh Fiction

"Diane Kelly...brings a fresh, new voice and raucous humor to the market."--Angela Cavener, Indie Book Award Finalist and author of Operation: Afterlife