Reviews
"[A] lively debut. Miller keeps the tone light in Murder and Moonshine while delivering an incisive look at Southwestern Virginia….Moonshine, land deals, and family grudges are folded into the entertaining plot. Miller elevates her debut with a likable heroine, whose involvement…comes from her personal connection with the land and its people. Murder and Moonshine is long on Southern charm, but doesn't succumb to stereotypes about country life. The characters are a bit eccentric...but they are realistically and thoughtfully explored by Miller."-Oline H. Cogdill, Mystery Scene Magazine "Appealing debut...Miller has produced a story full of intriguing clues and misdirection, liberally laced with Southern charm."- Publishers Weekly "Small-town shenanigans in the Appalachians pit a waitress against a furtive murderer and an even deadlier foe....Daisy is both strong and vulnerable....Miller's debut uses a light touch and a gift for scene painting in its skillful balance of people and puzzle."- Kirkus Reviews "Down on her luck but still plenty plucky, Daisy is a sweet southern gal with a loyal heart and a long memory. Readers will enjoy watching the love triangle between Daisy, the local bad boy, and the federal agent unfold."- Booklist "A richly-textured, engrossing mystery with a deep dish of down-home charm. Greed, betrayal, small-town feuds, and a shotgun-toting aunt make for an entertaining read."-Susan M. Boyer, Agatha Award-winning author of the Liz Talbot Mystery series "Miller's first novel is a skillful and assured debut. Her characters are colorful and country, yet believable, like the real people who live in the modern South. Daisy, the book's heroine, has suffered the greatest losses anyone of her kind can bear, the death of family and the loss of homeplace, yet she soldiers on, working in the cafe her father used to own. When one day a man enters the cafe and drops dead, she's drawn into a mystery that involves the ATF, a redneck childhood friend, moonshine, greedy "city folks," and yet another murder! The solution helps her find her place in life again."-Sarah R. Shaber, author of the Simon Shaw mysteries "Miller's debut offers a rich mix of characters and the mysteries that inevitably grow in families long-planted in Southern soil. Like that first taste of banana pudding, this visit to the lush Virginia hill country is pure delight."-Cathy Pickens, author of Can't Never Tell "A home-style mystery that's pure Southern comfort. Small town secrets, feuds, and fun make Carol Miller's debut one you can sink your teeth into."-Riley Adams, author of the Memphis BBQ Mysteries, "Miller's first novel is a skillful and assured debut. Her characters are colorful and country, yet believable, like the real people who live in the modern South. Daisy, the book's heroine, has suffered the greatest losses anyone of her kind can bear, the death of family and the loss of homeplace, yet she soldiers on, working in the cafe her father used to own. When one day a man enters the cafe and drops dead, she's drawn into a mystery that involves the ATF, a redneck childhood friend, moonshine, greedy "city folks," and yet another murder! The solution helps her find her place in life again."-Sarah R. Shaber "Miller's debut offers a rich mix of characters and the mysteries that inevitably grow in families long-planted in Southern soil. Like that first taste of banana pudding, this visit to the lush Virginia hill country is pure delight."-Cathy Pickens, author of Can't Never Tell "A home-style mystery that's pure Southern comfort. Small town secrets, feuds, and fun make Carol Miller's debut one you can sink your teeth into."-Riley Adams, author of the Memphis BBQ Mysteries, Small-town shenanigans in the Appalachians pit a waitress against a furtive murderer and an even deadlier foe....Daisy is both strong and vulnerable....Miller's debut uses a light touch and a gift for scene painting in its skillful balance of people and puzzle., "Appealing debut...Miller has produced a story full of intriguing clues and misdirection, liberally laced with Southern charm."- Publishers Weekly "A richly-textured, engrossing mystery with a deep dish of down-home charm. Greed, betrayal, small-town feuds, and a shotgun-toting aunt make for an entertaining read."-Susan M. Boyer, Agatha Award-winning author of the Liz Talbot Mystery series "Miller's first novel is a skillful and assured debut. Her characters are colorful and country, yet believable, like the real people who live in the modern South. Daisy, the book's heroine, has suffered the greatest losses anyone of her kind can bear, the death of family and the loss of homeplace, yet she soldiers on, working in the cafe her father used to own. When one day a man enters the cafe and drops dead, she's drawn into a mystery that involves the ATF, a redneck childhood friend, moonshine, greedy "city folks," and yet another murder! The solution helps her find her place in life again."-Sarah R. Shaber, author of the Simon Shaw mysteries "Miller's debut offers a rich mix of characters and the mysteries that inevitably grow in families long-planted in Southern soil. Like that first taste of banana pudding, this visit to the lush Virginia hill country is pure delight."-Cathy Pickens, author of Can't Never Tell "A home-style mystery that's pure Southern comfort. Small town secrets, feuds, and fun make Carol Miller's debut one you can sink your teeth into."-Riley Adams, author of the Memphis BBQ Mysteries, "Miller's first novel is a skillful and assured debut. Her characters are colorful and country, yet believable, like the real people who live in the modern South."-Sarah Shaber, author of the Simon Shaw mysteries "A home-style mystery that's pure Southern comfort. Small town secrets, feuds, and fun make Carol Miller's debut one you can sink your teeth into." -Riley Adams, author of the Memphis BBQ Mysteries, "Miller's first novel is a skillful and assured debut. Her characters are colorful and country, yet believable, like the real people who live in the modern South. Daisy, the book's heroine, has suffered the greatest losses anyone of her kind can bear, the death of family and the loss of homeplace, yet she soldiers on, working in the cafe her father used to own. When one day a man enters the cafe and drops dead, she's drawn into a mystery that involves the ATF, a redneck childhood friend, moonshine, greedy "city folks," and yet another murder! The solution helps her find her place in life again."-Sarah Shaber "Miller's debut offers a rich mix of characters and the mysteries that inevitably grow in families long-planted in Southern soil. Like that first taste of banana pudding, this visit to the lush Virginia hill country is pure delight."-Cathy Pickens, author of Can't Never Tell "A home-style mystery that's pure Southern comfort. Small town secrets, feuds, and fun make Carol Miller's debut one you can sink your teeth into."-Riley Adams, author of the Memphis BBQ Mysteries, Appealing debut...Miller has produced a story full of intriguing clues and misdirection, liberally laced with Southern charm., "Miller's first novel is a skillful and assured debut. Her characters are colorful and country, yet believable, like the real people who live in the modern South."-Sarah Shaber, author of the Simon Shaw mysteries "A home-style mystery that's pure Southern comfort. Small town secrets, feuds, and fun make Carol Miller's debut one you can sink your teeth into." -Riley Adams, author of the Memphis BBQ Mysteries, [A] lively debut. Miller keeps the tone light in Murder and Moonshine while delivering an incisive look at Southwestern Virginia....Moonshine, land deals, and family grudges are folded into the entertaining plot. Miller elevates her debut with a likable heroine, whose involvement...comes from her personal connection with the land and its people. Murder and Moonshine is long on Southern charm, but doesn't succumb to stereotypes about country life. The characters are a bit eccentric...but they are realistically and thoughtfully explored by Miller., "With an ordinary heroine ensnared in extraordinary events, a colorful rendering of southern Virginia and a terrifying climax, 'Murder and Moonshine' marks the beginning of a potent series."- The Richmond Times-Dispatch "Miller's debut amuses but also slices into the heart of a proud region...Easy to read, shot with romance, and full of country aphorisms, this book succeeds both at puzzling and moving readers emotionally."- Library Journal (starred debut of the month) "Appealing debut...Miller has produced a story full of intriguing clues and misdirection, liberally laced with Southern charm."- Publishers Weekly "Small-town shenanigans in the Appalachians pit a waitress against a furtive murderer and an even deadlier foe....Daisy is both strong and vulnerable....Miller's debut uses a light touch and a gift for scene painting in its skillful balance of people and puzzle."- Kirkus Reviews "Down on her luck but still plenty plucky, Daisy is a sweet southern gal with a loyal heart and a long memory. Readers will enjoy watching the love triangle between Daisy, the local bad boy, and the federal agent unfold."- Booklist "[A] lively debut. Miller keeps the tone light in Murder and Moonshine while delivering an incisive look at Southwestern Virginia….Moonshine, land deals, and family grudges are folded into the entertaining plot. Miller elevates her debut with a likable heroine, whose involvement…comes from her personal connection with the land and its people. Murder and Moonshine is long on Southern charm, but doesn't succumb to stereotypes about country life. The characters are a bit eccentric...but they are realistically and thoughtfully explored by Miller."-Oline H. Cogdill, Mystery Scene Magazine, Down on her luck but still plenty plucky, Daisy is a sweet southern gal with a loyal heart and a long memory. Readers will enjoy watching the love triangle between Daisy, the local bad boy, and the federal agent unfold., "Miller's debut amuses but also slices into the heart of a proud region...Easy to read, shot with romance, and full of country aphorisms, this book succeeds both at puzzling and moving readers emotionally."-- Library Journal (starred debut of the month) "[A] lively debut. Miller keeps the tone light in Murder and Moonshine while delivering an incisive look at Southwestern Virginia….Moonshine, land deals, and family grudges are folded into the entertaining plot. Miller elevates her debut with a likable heroine, whose involvement…comes from her personal connection with the land and its people. Murder and Moonshine is long on Southern charm, but doesn't succumb to stereotypes about country life. The characters are a bit eccentric...but they are realistically and thoughtfully explored by Miller."-Oline H. Cogdill, Mystery Scene Magazine "Appealing debut...Miller has produced a story full of intriguing clues and misdirection, liberally laced with Southern charm."- Publishers Weekly "Small-town shenanigans in the Appalachians pit a waitress against a furtive murderer and an even deadlier foe....Daisy is both strong and vulnerable....Miller's debut uses a light touch and a gift for scene painting in its skillful balance of people and puzzle."- Kirkus Reviews "Down on her luck but still plenty plucky, Daisy is a sweet southern gal with a loyal heart and a long memory. Readers will enjoy watching the love triangle between Daisy, the local bad boy, and the federal agent unfold."- Booklist "A richly-textured, engrossing mystery with a deep dish of down-home charm. Greed, betrayal, small-town feuds, and a shotgun-toting aunt make for an entertaining read."-Susan M. Boyer, Agatha Award-winning author of the Liz Talbot Mystery series "Miller's first novel is a skillful and assured debut. Her characters are colorful and country, yet believable, like the real people who live in the modern South. Daisy, the book's heroine, has suffered the greatest losses anyone of her kind can bear, the death of family and the loss of homeplace, yet she soldiers on, working in the cafe her father used to own. When one day a man enters the cafe and drops dead, she's drawn into a mystery that involves the ATF, a redneck childhood friend, moonshine, greedy "city folks," and yet another murder! The solution helps her find her place in life again."-Sarah R. Shaber, author of the Simon Shaw mysteries "Miller's debut offers a rich mix of characters and the mysteries that inevitably grow in families long-planted in Southern soil. Like that first taste of banana pudding, this visit to the lush Virginia hill country is pure delight."-Cathy Pickens, author of Can't Never Tell "A home-style mystery that's pure Southern comfort. Small town secrets, feuds, and fun make Carol Miller's debut one you can sink your teeth into."-Riley Adams, author of the Memphis BBQ Mysteries, "A richly-textured, engrossing mystery with a deep dish of down-home charm. Greed, betrayal, small-town feuds, and a shotgun-toting aunt make for an entertaining read."-Susan M. Boyer, Agatha Award-winning author of the Liz Talbot Mystery series "Miller's first novel is a skillful and assured debut. Her characters are colorful and country, yet believable, like the real people who live in the modern South. Daisy, the book's heroine, has suffered the greatest losses anyone of her kind can bear, the death of family and the loss of homeplace, yet she soldiers on, working in the cafe her father used to own. When one day a man enters the cafe and drops dead, she's drawn into a mystery that involves the ATF, a redneck childhood friend, moonshine, greedy "city folks," and yet another murder! The solution helps her find her place in life again."-Sarah R. Shaber, author of the Simon Shaw mysteries "Miller's debut offers a rich mix of characters and the mysteries that inevitably grow in families long-planted in Southern soil. Like that first taste of banana pudding, this visit to the lush Virginia hill country is pure delight."-Cathy Pickens, author of Can't Never Tell "A home-style mystery that's pure Southern comfort. Small town secrets, feuds, and fun make Carol Miller's debut one you can sink your teeth into."-Riley Adams, author of the Memphis BBQ Mysteries, Small-town shenanigans in the Appalachians pit a waitress against a furtive murderer and an even deadlier foe. As day dawns in Glade Hill, Va., Daisy Hale McGovern is nagging Hank Fitz, owner of the H & P Diner, to choose a daily breakfast special. Rick and Bobby Balsam are taking a break from drinking home brew and shooting squirrels to flirt with Daisy. Then, local recluse Fred Dickerson staggers into the diner, orders a burger, foams at the mouth and dies. When rumors start circulating that someone--possibly Hank--poisoned Dickerson, Daisy wants to help Hank, who gave her a job after she lost her father, Paul (the P in H & P). She braves the Balsam brothers' two-man trailer park, their shotguns and their dog pack and searches an old tobacco barn on her former homestead, which now belongs to Rick. Much as she resents him for buying up the property behind her back, she's even more hostile toward ATF Special Agent Ethan Kinney when he arrives to investigate Dickerson's death. A second, "[A] lively debut. Miller keeps the tone light in Murder and Moonshine while delivering an incisive look at Southwestern Virginia….Moonshine, land deals, and family grudges are folded into the entertaining plot. Miller elevates her debut with a likable heroine, whose involvement…comes from her personal connection with the land and its people. Murder and Moonshine is long on Southern charm, but doesn't succumb to stereotypes about country life. The characters are a bit eccentric...but they are realistically and thoughtfully explored by Miller."- Mystery Scene Magazine "Appealing debut...Miller has produced a story full of intriguing clues and misdirection, liberally laced with Southern charm."- Publishers Weekly "Small-town shenanigans in the Appalachians pit a waitress against a furtive murderer and an even deadlier foe....Daisy is both strong and vulnerable....Miller's debut uses a light touch and a gift for scene painting in its skillful balance of people and puzzle."- Kirkus Reviews "Down on her luck but still plenty plucky, Daisy is a sweet southern gal with a loyal heart and a long memory. Readers will enjoy watching the love triangle between Daisy, the local bad boy, and the federal agent unfold."- Booklist "A richly-textured, engrossing mystery with a deep dish of down-home charm. Greed, betrayal, small-town feuds, and a shotgun-toting aunt make for an entertaining read."-Susan M. Boyer, Agatha Award-winning author of the Liz Talbot Mystery series "Miller's first novel is a skillful and assured debut. Her characters are colorful and country, yet believable, like the real people who live in the modern South. Daisy, the book's heroine, has suffered the greatest losses anyone of her kind can bear, the death of family and the loss of homeplace, yet she soldiers on, working in the cafe her father used to own. When one day a man enters the cafe and drops dead, she's drawn into a mystery that involves the ATF, a redneck childhood friend, moonshine, greedy "city folks," and yet another murder! The solution helps her find her place in life again."-Sarah R. Shaber, author of the Simon Shaw mysteries "Miller's debut offers a rich mix of characters and the mysteries that inevitably grow in families long-planted in Southern soil. Like that first taste of banana pudding, this visit to the lush Virginia hill country is pure delight."-Cathy Pickens, author of Can't Never Tell "A home-style mystery that's pure Southern comfort. Small town secrets, feuds, and fun make Carol Miller's debut one you can sink your teeth into."-Riley Adams, author of the Memphis BBQ Mysteries, "Miller's first novel is a skillful and assured debut. Her characters are colorful and country, yet believable, like the real people who live in the modern South."-Sarah Shaber, author of the Simon Shaw mysteries "A home-style mystery that's pure Southern comfort. Small town secrets, feuds, and fun make Carol Miller's debut one you can sink your teeth into." -Riley Adams, author of the Memphis BBQ Mysteries, Miller's debut amuses but also slices into the heart of a proud region...Easy to read, shot with romance, and full of country aphorisms, this book succeeds both at puzzling and moving readers emotionally., "Appealing debut...Miller has produced a story full of intriguing clues and misdirection, liberally laced with Southern charm."- Publishers Weekly "Small-town shenanigans in the Appalachians pit a waitress against a furtive murderer and an even deadlier foe....Daisy is both strong and vulnerable....Miller's debut uses a light touch and a gift for scene painting in its skillful balance of people and puzzle."- Kirkus Reviews "A richly-textured, engrossing mystery with a deep dish of down-home charm. Greed, betrayal, small-town feuds, and a shotgun-toting aunt make for an entertaining read."-Susan M. Boyer, Agatha Award-winning author of the Liz Talbot Mystery series "Miller's first novel is a skillful and assured debut. Her characters are colorful and country, yet believable, like the real people who live in the modern South. Daisy, the book's heroine, has suffered the greatest losses anyone of her kind can bear, the death of family and the loss of homeplace, yet she soldiers on, working in the cafe her father used to own. When one day a man enters the cafe and drops dead, she's drawn into a mystery that involves the ATF, a redneck childhood friend, moonshine, greedy "city folks," and yet another murder! The solution helps her find her place in life again."-Sarah R. Shaber, author of the Simon Shaw mysteries "Miller's debut offers a rich mix of characters and the mysteries that inevitably grow in families long-planted in Southern soil. Like that first taste of banana pudding, this visit to the lush Virginia hill country is pure delight."-Cathy Pickens, author of Can't Never Tell "A home-style mystery that's pure Southern comfort. Small town secrets, feuds, and fun make Carol Miller's debut one you can sink your teeth into."-Riley Adams, author of the Memphis BBQ Mysteries, With an ordinary heroine ensnared in extraordinary events, a colorful rendering of southern Virginia and a terrifying climax, 'Murder and Moonshine' marks the beginning of a potent series., "Appealing debut...Miller has produced a story full of intriguing clues and misdirection, liberally laced with Southern charm."- Publishers Weekly "Small-town shenanigans in the Appalachians pit a waitress against a furtive murderer and an even deadlier foe....Daisy is both strong and vulnerable....Miller's debut uses a light touch and a gift for scene painting in its skillful balance of people and puzzle."- Kirkus Reviews "Down on her luck but still plenty plucky, Daisy is a sweet southern gal with a loyal heart and a long memory. Readers will enjoy watching the love triangle between Daisy, the local bad boy, and the federal agent unfold."- Booklist "A richly-textured, engrossing mystery with a deep dish of down-home charm. Greed, betrayal, small-town feuds, and a shotgun-toting aunt make for an entertaining read."-Susan M. Boyer, Agatha Award-winning author of the Liz Talbot Mystery series "Miller's first novel is a skillful and assured debut. Her characters are colorful and country, yet believable, like the real people who live in the modern South. Daisy, the book's heroine, has suffered the greatest losses anyone of her kind can bear, the death of family and the loss of homeplace, yet she soldiers on, working in the cafe her father used to own. When one day a man enters the cafe and drops dead, she's drawn into a mystery that involves the ATF, a redneck childhood friend, moonshine, greedy "city folks," and yet another murder! The solution helps her find her place in life again."-Sarah R. Shaber, author of the Simon Shaw mysteries "Miller's debut offers a rich mix of characters and the mysteries that inevitably grow in families long-planted in Southern soil. Like that first taste of banana pudding, this visit to the lush Virginia hill country is pure delight."-Cathy Pickens, author of Can't Never Tell "A home-style mystery that's pure Southern comfort. Small town secrets, feuds, and fun make Carol Miller's debut one you can sink your teeth into."-Riley Adams, author of the Memphis BBQ Mysteries, "With an ordinary heroine ensnared in extraordinary events, a colorful rendering of southern Virginia and a terrifying climax, 'Murder and Moonshine' marks the beginning of a potent series." -- The Richmond Times-Dispatch "Miller's debut amuses but also slices into the heart of a proud region...Easy to read, shot with romance, and full of country aphorisms, this book succeeds both at puzzling and moving readers emotionally." -- Library Journal (starred debut of the month) "Appealing debut...Miller has produced a story full of intriguing clues and misdirection, liberally laced with Southern charm." -- Publishers Weekly "Small-town shenanigans in the Appalachians pit a waitress against a furtive murderer and an even deadlier foe....Daisy is both strong and vulnerable....Miller's debut uses a light touch and a gift for scene painting in its skillful balance of people and puzzle." -- Kirkus Reviews "Down on her luck but still plenty plucky, Daisy is a sweet southern gal with a loyal heart and a long memory. Readers will enjoy watching the love triangle between Daisy, the local bad boy, and the federal agent unfold." -- Booklist "[A] lively debut. Miller keeps the tone light in Murder and Moonshine while delivering an incisive look at Southwestern Virginia....Moonshine, land deals, and family grudges are folded into the entertaining plot. Miller elevates her debut with a likable heroine, whose involvement...comes from her personal connection with the land and its people. Murder and Moonshine is long on Southern charm, but doesn't succumb to stereotypes about country life. The characters are a bit eccentric...but they are realistically and thoughtfully explored by Miller." -- Oline H. Cogdill, Mystery Scene Magazine
