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The Case of the Mystified M.D. (A Bouncing Grandma Mystery, Book 2) [Paperback]

A. K. Arenz (Author)
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October 1, 2009
First a foot, now a hand. What body part is next?

When her puppy finds a severed hand on a walking trail, Glory Harper is positive the signet ring belongs to a missing college professor who caused a lot of trouble around town before he disappeared. With her sister, Jane, overwhelmed by trouble with her fiance and an arson fire in her home, Glory determines to uncover the identity of the murderer in spite of objections from Detective Rick Spencer.

She soon latches onto an unlikely partner, and in short order the feisty grandma is awash in secrets, blackmail, and arson. She feels as though she's stepped into the Twilight Zone -- where nothing is as it appears and danger lurks around every corner...including from Spencer himself. Will Glory -- and her relationship with Spencer -- survive another murder case?

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Glory's back! The bouncing grandma finds herself neck-deep in another delightful romp as she works with a mischievous puppy to solve a murder plopped right at her doorstep. Arenz' sharply drawn characters and surprising plot keep the reader guessing if the gutsy heroine 'of a certain age' can discover the murderer before the murderer takes revenge on Glory and her family. A humorous and touching read with an uplifting theme -- laugh-aloud fun! --Amy Deardon, author, A Lever Long Enough

A.K. Arenz has done it again. In The Case of the Mystified M.D., Glory Harper finds another body part and gives a helping 'hand' to solve a crime. A rolicking good read. You'll smile as you turn the pages. --Cynthis Hickey, author, Fudge-Lace Felonies and Candy-Coated Secrets

A must-read novel: page-turning suspense in a town well-peopled with distinctive characters. --Donn Taylor, author, Rhapsody in Red and The Lazarus File

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“Glory’s back! The bouncing grandma finds herself neck-deep in another delightful romp as she works with a mischievous puppy to solve a murder plopped right at her doorstep. Arenz’ sharply drawn characters and surprising plot keep the reader guessing if the gutsy heroine ‘of a certain age’ can discover the murderer before the murderer takes revenge on Glory and her family. A humorous and touching read with an uplifting theme—laugh-aloud fun!” —Amy Deardon, author, A Lever Long Enough

“A.K. Arenz has done it again. In The Case of the Mystified M.D., Glory Harper finds another body part and gives a helping ‘hand’ to solve a crime. A rolicking good read. You’ll smile as you turn the pages.” —Cynthia Hickey, author, Fudge-Lace Felonies and Candy-Coated Secrets

“A must-read novel: page-turning suspense in a town well-peopled with distinctive characters.”
—Donn Taylor, author, Rhapsody in Red and The Lazarus File

“Delightful grandmother Glory Harper strains at the leash to corral her new puppy and her curiosity when the dog locates a severed hand on a jogging trail. At every turn, the people she’s known in her small town reveal secrets. Secrets which could be murder motives. Even a secret her sister holds. A.K. Arenz has brought the reader a story of murder and mayhem in small town America, set against a backdrop of God’s forgiveness and healing. Bouncy Grandma Glory has succeeded in capturing the heart once again!” —Eileen Key, author, Dog Gone

“I was delighted to see the return of one of my favorite older (and active) sleuths, Glory Harper. The Case of the Mystified M.D. weaves together a complex mystery, humor and appreciation for small town life and the importance of family.” —Sharon Dunn, author of the Bargain Hunter mysteries

“The Bouncing Grandma is back . . . with a vengance. The Case of the Mystified M.D. will make you laugh and touch your heart as Glory Harper struggles to solve yet another mystery and protect her family. A. K. Arenz is a name that will soon be on everyone’s lips.” —Kassy Paris of the writing team of Kasandra Elaine, authors of The Lazy M Ranch Series

“A walk in the park turns gory for Glory when her pet puppy fetches a human hand from the woods nearby. Enmeshed in murder yet again, Glory Harper must tap her Grandma grit and wit to solve her latest extreme investigation. Nicely written with plenty of comic relief, The Case of the Mystified M.D. is a punny, page-turning puzzle that will charm readers of every age.” —Cathy Elliott, author, A Vase of Mistaken Identity

“Welcome back, Glory Harper! In the second installment in this series, Glory gives the police a hand--quite literally! Mystery lovers won’t be disappointed with the newest addition to this series. Another excellent mystery from Arenz. I hope there are many more to come!” —Christy Barritt, author of the Squeaky Clean mystery series

Product Details

  • Paperback: 356 pages
  • Publisher: Sheaf House Publishers (October 1, 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0979748569
  • ISBN-13: 978-0979748561
  • Product Dimensions: 8.7 x 6.5 x 0.7 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,024,837 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Lighthearted Murder Mystery, January 23, 2010
This review is from: The Case of the Mystified M.D. (A Bouncing Grandma Mystery, Book 2) (Paperback)
I have to admit The Case of the Mystified M.D. didn't grab my attention at first. The cover looks like it should be on a children's book and although the main character is a 50 something woman, her voice and actions are somewhat childish. The book introduces too many characters at once, and I had a hard time keeping them straight. But as I read more, I began to enjoy the lighthearted story and Glory Harper began to sound childlike, rather than childish.

Glory narrates the world as she sees it, giving people nicknames that characterize their role in her life. She is honest about her own faults, but is quick to see the foibles of her friends and neighbors. She stubbornly tries to discover which of them has murdered the one man in town nobody liked. Even "Blue Eyes," the police detective she is crazy about, can't stop her obsession with the murder. She uncovers some strange events, and even stranger secrets some of her friends are hiding.

The story moves quickly. Within a few days, Glory discovers the victim's hand, encounters multiple suspects and gets herself into quite a bit of trouble. As it unfolded, I had so much fun following the crazy events, that I forgot there was a murder to solve. Even though some unpleasant things happened, the story was delightful and the voice turned out to be appropriate after all.

This amusing book reads like adolescent lit for grownups. Read it when you're in the mood for something light.

Pros: Playful mystery full of odd characters and unexpected situations.

Cons: It's sometimes hard to believe the characters' actions. Their motivations aren't always sufficiently clear.

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The Case of the Mystified M.D., July 17, 2010
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Glory Harper and her sister, Jane, are walking on the trail with their puppy when they notice an awful smell, and the puppy finds a severed hand. Glory recognizes the ring on the hand as belonging to a missing professor, and notifies the police. The professor, a blatant opponent to anything religious is on a lot of people's radar, and the murderer could be almost anyone in town. Glory's sister, Jane, even seems to be a person of interest since her home fire was arson and she admits to arguing with the professor before hand.

When Glory's boss orders her to go to the professor's house to retrieve the semester grades (which he hadn't turned in), Glory balks, but when her job is threatened, she gives in. There she finds another woman hiding in the closet, and soon after several other people arrive. The Detective in charge of the case (and Glory's romantic interest) is soon hot on their heels.

Will Glory be able to stay uninvolved in this case, since the Detective orders her to? Or will her relationship with the Detective survive another murder case?

THE CASE OF THE MYSTRIFIED M.D. is the second book in Ms. Arenz's Bouncing Grandma Mysteries. I enjoy this plucky grandma and getting to know her, as well as the scraps that she gets into.

Glory is realistic (and a lot like me in some ways) so I could totally relate to her. Her more "grownup" sister, Jane, is a nice side-kick, and the town is full of colorful individuals who add their own unique touch to the story. If you are looking for a cute, funny mystery, then THE CASE OF THE MYSTRIFIED M.D. would be the perfect book to consider. The third book in the series is coming out in the fall of 2010.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A.K. Arenz Does it Again!, January 14, 2010
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Romance, mystery, intrigue ... and a sassy chick who just happens to be a Grandmother. I love A.K. Arenz and her talent for offering her readers top notch mysteries and down-to-earth settings. This book features Glory Harper once again as the energy-driven grandmother. Her penchant for finding trouble is second only to her desire to follow God in all his plans for she and her family -- a family who just might be growing if handsome Detective Rick Spencer has anything to say about it.

When Glory and her sister, Jane, discover the severed hand of Professor Zeke Wallace while on a walk, Detective Spencer is called in and the sparks begin flying between he and Glory. The tension is well-paced and the writing is superb. Don't let the cover fool you. This is a first-rate read from beginning to end. The relationships in the book are not only timely but touching and real. I loved it and can't wait for book three in the Bouncing Grandma Mystery Series - Mirrored image. A.K. Arenz is definitely a person of interest!
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