Sore Like an Eagle: A Redwoods Country Mystery
by Marc Jedel
About Sore Like an Eagle
Sore Like an Eagle: A Redwoods Country Mystery
Cozy Mystery
3rd in Series
Setting – California’s Redwoods Country
BGM Press (April 20, 2026)
Number of Pages: 241
Paperback
ISBN-13 : 979-8989814428
ASIN : B0GWJ5ZM28
Digital
ASIN : B0DY9Z93XX
The coroner is claiming natural causes. The mayor is crying murder. Can this feisty retiree spot the truth before the clues drown in the chaos?
Andy Shirley won’t admit he likes it here. But in the year since his wife’s passing, the copy-editor-turned-reluctant-hotelier has begun to appreciate small-town life amongst the towering redwoods. And his quick eye for detail has him suspecting foul play when the local busybody is found belly-up in the community pool.
With his sleuthing skills unaffected by a recent hiking injury, Andy ignores the police chief’s cautions and dives into an off-the-books investigation. But though his snarky sidekick and pocket-sized poodle help chase down leads, all his Poirot-inspired maneuvers aren’t getting him any closer to closing the case.
Can he pull off an impossible solve, or will the lack of evidence drive Andy off the deep end?
Sore Like an Eagle is the splashy third book in the Redwoods Country cozy mystery series. If you like reluctant heroes, unexpected team-ups, and puzzles that keep you guessing, then you’ll love this hilarious yarn.
Try Sore Like an Eagle to swim laps around crime today!
Dollycas’s Thoughts
Andy Shirley is still adjusting to life without his beloved Catherine. Operating a B&B was something they were supposed to do together, with her handling the people side of the business, and him behind-the-scenes handling maintenance, hobbies, and staying out of her way. Her death left him to figure out how to live without her, honor her memory, and fulfill her dream.
Andy was visiting the Monte Rio Community Center to see about offering archery lessons when an aqua aerobics class ended with a dead busybody floating in the center’s pool. His friend, police chief Joann Blaylock, is a “stickler” about leaving police work to trained professionals, but soon Andy and Joann’s daughter, Charlie, sometimes with a cute assist by Fifi, Andy’s teacup poodle, are diving into the deep end to investigate May Zaben’s untimely demise.
Will Andy be able to point his arrow at the killer? Or will all his theories die a watery death? Will Charlie be the one to hit the bullseye? Will Joann throw the book at both of them for disobeying her orders?
I was happy to see that Andy is starting to feel more comfortable in Monte Rio and is a little less cantankerous. He is blessed to have Nadia do all she does to keep the B&B running smoothly. Handywoman, Charlie knows how to push his buttons to get a rise out of him. She makes a wonderful sleuthing partner. Police Chief Joann, Andy’s closest friend of his “own age,” has the patience of a saint to put up with Andy’s craziness. Andy’s son, Scott, comes for a visit, and everyone is excited to welcome him. Still, he is worried about his dad being there alone and investigating the murder, especially when he witnesses the lengths his dad goes to catch a criminal. Mr. Jedel has a talent for creating characters who are unique with interesting lives that are easy to get invested in. He also creates a quirky cast of supporting characters and suspects.
Andy is a competent amateur sleuth. He has “solved” 2 other murders. He makes keen observations and asks relevant questions. It sometimes takes him time to bring all the clues together. He is fortunate to have Charlie to remind him of things he may have forgotten or didn’t want to hear. He does need to work a bit on his Summation Gatherings, but they sure are interesting. I enjoyed that a minor mystery he was working on was totally different than what he had thought, but he was able to put that one to bed too, right at the last minute.
Sore Like an Eagle is an excellent addition to the Redwoods Country Mystery Series. It’s a light-hearted, funny, delightfully entertaining adventure with a curious protagonist trying to live life on his own terms, failing miserably but learning to enjoy it anyway. Each book can be read on its own, but I suggest reading them all, in order, for maximum enjoyment. A Perfect Escape!
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review. Thank you to the author for providing me with an ARC.
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About Marc Jedel
Marc Jedel writes funny, feel-good murder mysteries filled with quirky characters, twisty plots, and the kind of humor that goes down easy with a cup of tea—or glass of wine. After years of writing marketing copy in Silicon Valley, Marc finally started crafting fiction people actually wanted to read. He’s the author of multiple cozy mystery series, including the Silicon Valley Mystery, Ozarks Lake Mystery, and Redwoods Country Mystery series. His books have earned thousands of glowing reviews.
Like Andy from the Redwoods Country Mysteries, Marc keeps getting older and sincerely hopes his retirement doesn’t involve running a B&B. Like Marty from the Silicon Valley series, he lives in tech-heavy California, has worked in high-tech, and proudly wields bad puns. Like Jonas and Elizabeth from the Ozarks Lake series, Marc grew up in the South and spent many a summer in and around Arkansas.
He lives with his endlessly patient wife and a sweet, neurotic dog who remains deeply unimpressed by Marc’s jokes. When not writing, Marc can be found hiking, plotting murders (on the page, officer, really!), or avoiding whatever home improvement project he’s been putting off.
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Great Escapes Praise for Sore Like an Eagle: A Redwoods Country Mystery
by Marc Jedel
If you like funny cozy mystery books, you’ll really enjoy Sore Like an Eagle! I highly recommend it for its well-plotted mystery with lots of suspects, the quirky characters, and the way in which the murder is solved.
~Christy’s Cozy Corners
Sore Like an Eagle might just make you sore from laughing. The Redwoods County Mystery Series is set in a small town full of quirky characters, but the books are also funny because of the dialogue.
~The Storybook Lady
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