Foxy Statehood Hens and Murder Most Fowl [Perfect Paperback]

Jackie King (Author), Paula Watkins Alfred (Author), Peggy Moss Fielding (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 19, 2007

"The Foxy Hens have hatched some great mysteries and the sooner you get a copy the better the reading will be for you. Could not put it down..." -Dusty Richards, Spur Award Winner, Western Writers of America "Foxy Statehood Hens and Murder Most Fowl is a delightful combination of heartwarming stories flavored richly with western humor. These wonderful writers make the time period and the characters come alive, so make yourself a cup of tea, get comfortable in your favorite chair and enjoy the journey." - New York Times Bestselling author Jodi Thomas "Nowhere has the promise of "reading for pleasure" been more completely fulfilled than in Foxy Statehood Hens. Wit, humor, lively dialogue, and suspense sparkle from every page of this three-novella collection. Delightful characters show us what life was like for orphans and spinsters in Indian Territory from the end of the 19th Century until November 1907, when I. T. became the raw new state of Oklahoma." -RadineTrees Nehring, author of the "Something to Die For" mystery series

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Foxy Statehood Hens and Murder Most Fowl is a delightful combination of heartwarming stories flavored richly with western humor. These wonderful writers make the time period and the characters come alive, so make yourself a cup of tea, get comfortable in your favorite chair and enjoy the journey." --New York Times bestselling author Jodi Thomas

Product Details

• Perfect Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: Deadly Niche Press (April 19, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0937660345
• ISBN-13: 978-0937660348
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,444,069 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Jackie King loves books, words, and writing tall tales. She especially enjoys murdering the people she dislikes on paper. King is a full time writer who also teaches writing at Tulsa Community College. Her latest novel, THE INCONVENIENT CORPSE is a traditional (cozy) mystery. King has also written five novellas as co-author of the Foxy Hens series. "Warm Love on Cold Streets" is her latest novella and is included in the anthology THE FOXY HENS MEET A ROMANTIC ADVENTURER. Her nonfiction book, DEVOTED TO COOKING, is a collection of family stories and recipes. She is a member of Sisters in Crime, Mystery Writers of America, Romance Writers of America, Oklahoma Writers Federation and Tulsa NightWriters.

Customer Reviews

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars History, Mystery and Romance, July 17, 2007

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Romney O. Nesbitt (Jenks, Oklahoma) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Foxy Statehood Hens and Murder Most Fowl (Perfect Paperback)

Just in time for the Oklahoma Centennial, the Foxy Hens, also known as Peggy Moss Fielding, Jackie King and Paula Watkins Alfred, have created a delightful anthology of novellas set in the early days of Oklahoma statehood. FOXY STATEHOOD HENS is the second anthology by these authors, the first anthology is titled CHICK-LIT FOR FOXY HENS. This time the "Hens" have hatched three short murder mysteries. "The Spinster, the Pig and the Orphan" by Jackie King tells the tale of a spinster hotel owner with a murder on the premises. "The Raucous Bird and a Felony Tryst" by Paula Watkins Alfred chronicles the life of a young girl masquerading as a boy. Sleuthing is enough adventure for her until she loses her heart to the town banker. The heroine of Peggy Fielding's "Hats, Healing and Homicide in Tulsey Town" solves a murder with the help of a magical horse and his oh-so-romantic owner. This trio of mysteries will please readers searching for mystery and history.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Intriguing, June 28, 2007

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Gloria Teague "Gloria" (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Foxy Statehood Hens and Murder Most Fowl (Perfect Paperback)

I just finished reading this book and was very impressed by all three stories. Though the entire novel is tied together with references to a raw land that was growing into the state of Oklahoma, the talented writers weave their own mysterious magic. A great book to take with you to the beach on vacation, a weekend at the lake, or just curled up in your favorite chair on a rainy day. You won't be disappointed in these mysteries.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Foxy and Fun, July 9, 2007

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N. McNeely "bookworm" (Houston) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Foxy Statehood Hens and Murder Most Fowl (Perfect Paperback)

Foxy Statehood Hens is a great book - entertaining, and informative. It makes you really think about the hardships the early settlers endured as Oklahoma was settled, but especially the difficulties for women. But mostly, it was a fun read, and all three stories (romantic mysteries) really keep you guessing...and laughing! This is a great book for a lazy Sunday afternoon with a glass of tea, a hammock and a cool summer breeze.