View from the Birdhouse: Jun 20, 2025

Friday, June 20, 2025

Book Review and Giveaway - A Camping Conundrum: A Liz Adams Mystery by Stacy Wilder

My Review

Liz Adams agrees to go camping with her husband Brad against her better judgement. The private investigator becomes involved in solving a crime (theft) at the campground in South Carolina and then stumbles upon a murder - which she works to solve with her husband.

I wanted to read A Camping Conundrum because I enjoyed a recent book in this series. I love mysteries and found the camping theme appealing.

This is short (140 pages) mystery ideal to read over the course of a couple of evenings or a weekend. It is amazing how much the author packs into this short book! There are actually two mystery cases. The murder of an unlikeable woman from the local town has several twists and turns all the way up through the trial and it definitely kept me guessing!

I enjoyed Liz's detecting skills, her relationship with Brad, and of course her lovable Labrador Retriever, Duke.

I recommend A Camping Conundrum for other cozy mystery fans. I look forward to reading future books in this series.

Book Synopsis

A heart-pounding cozy mystery filled with twists, turns, and canine charm. Perfect for fans of page-turning whodunits and outdoor adventures!

Private Investigator Liz Adams isn’t thrilled when her husband, Brad, suggests a camping getaway to South Carolina’s picturesque Poinsett Park. The mention of camping brings back a haunting memory of a childhood Girl Scout trip that went terribly wrong. But for Brad, the park is a refuge—a chance to relive happy moments from his past.

The long weekend escape takes a dark turn when Brad discovers a woman’s lifeless body in the park’s peaceful lake. The victim, the landlady of a strip center in the neighboring town of Sumter, was notorious for making enemies among her tenants. With no shortage of motives but no clear suspects, Liz and her truth-sniffing Labrador, Duke, embark on a quest to identify the culprit.

As Liz races to uncover the truth and put the killer in jail, the couple experiences one camping disaster after another. Will justice be served? Or will an unexpected twist of karma change everything?

Author Bio

Stacy Wilder writes mysteries, children’s stories, short stories, and poetry. Her mission is to deliver a delightful story to readers of all ages while benefiting a larger community. She donates a portion of the proceeds from the sales of her books to causes that help the homeless, both people and pets.

Beyond writing, Stacy is deeply devoted to her faith, family, and her beloved Labradors. She is also enthusiastic about the causes she supports, the beauty of art, the serenity of the beach, the adventure of travel, and the joy of reading.

She and her husband live in Houston, TX, with a totally spoiled Labrador named Eve.

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