The Mudflats Murder Club

Mudflats Murder Club Mysteries, Book 1

By: Brian Thiem

Narrated by: Erin Bennett, Jim Meskimen

Solving murders was not part of Sean Tanner's retirement plan.

Former homicide detective and recently widowed Sean Tanner has settled into Spartina Island's private retirement community, hoping to find solace after his wife's death in their chosen paradise. He soon finds himself drawn into the Mudflats Murder Club, an enthusiastic group of retired detectives, prosecutors, and forensic experts who are engrossed in solving the 38-year-old unsolved murder of Theresa Goldberg.

But the quiet of the community is shattered when Sean's neighbor, Nancy Russo, is found dead in her home. Ignited by the crime, the club jumps into the fray, much to the annoyance of Sergeant Charlotte "Charlie" Nash, the lead detective spearheading the murder investigation. When Sean and his cohorts uncover a shocking connection between Nancy's murder and their long-standing cold case, everything they thought they knew goes up in flames.

Amidst rising tensions and thrilling discoveries, Sean and Charlie must confront their doubts about each other—and acknowledge their reliance on the team—to outsmart a killer who's closer than they ever imagined.

From former detective and current cold case team member Brian Thiem comes The Mudflats Murder Club. Perfect for fans of Richard Osman and Only Murders in the Building.

©2025 Brian Thiem (P)2025 Podium Audio

Excellent detail

I liked the characters personalities being in depth. I did not like the feeling of a hurry up ending.

a very different mystery

different characters great personality for both of the maincharacters I listened in one day and remained interested for the entire book

very good

Well written mystery with excellent narration. The characters are realistic and likable. I hope it's a long series.

Fall Pick

A good, smooth detective book with a nice twist in the plot from a police officer’s point of view, using technical language.

Story

Loved the suspense and the tension between the lead characters. Couldn’t solve the crimes until the end

Outstanding new mystery

Refreshing new mystery. Shawn a widower in a 55 and older housing development takes us on a journey that leaves the character and the reader on a journey that leaves both fulfilled.

A true stand out in a crowded field!

Particularly well done mystery. Enough plot development, character development, and location development to be rich, but not tedious and long-winded like so many mysteries seem to be these days.

Oakland Strong

The story was great with lots twist and turns. As a retired Oakland Police officer I enjoy the reference to the Oakland Police Department. I know Brian personally he’s a great writer. Can’t wait for his next book.

Good plot and characters.

Just like the title says, good plot and characters. The narrator did a decent job with the voices and held my attention. I wish books two and three in the series were available to download and listen to.

Where is the Second One?!

Loved this. The characters, the setting, the pace, and the actors. Let’s get the second one recorded! Same actors!