Florida Retirement Is Murder

By: Kris Courtney

Narrated by: Mari Oyaizu Carson

FLORIDA RETIREMENT IS MURDER

Snowbirds do more than just Flock

Stewart Johnson, a recently widowed retiree, expected nothing more than to settle quietly into his new life at Sun Gate, surrounded by the warmth of the Florida sun and the company of fellow snowbirds. Yet, life has other plans. Drawn into a community bursting with vibrant personalities and capricious intrigues, Stewart finds himself at the center of a laugh-out-loud mystery that will challenge his perceptions of friendship and fun.

This fictional satire comedy cozy mystery novel is not just a book but an experience, inviting listeners of all ages to revel in the humorous dysfunctions of a group of overgrown children retirees whose antics and mysteries provide endless entertainment. From the first moment to the last, listeners will encounter a saga filled with suspense, laughter, and a series of shockers that will keep them on their toes.

Whether youre considering the snowbird lifestyle or simply looking for your next book club treasure, "Florida Retirement Is Murder" is your passport to a world where old age meets golden opportunities to laugh, solve mysteries, and maybe even act a little mischievous. Perfect for your summer beach book list, this colorful story is poised to become a favorite on every bookshelf and screen, captivating you with its creative metaphors and the genuine camaraderie of Sun Gate.

Laugh, guess, and reminisce with "Florida Retirement Is Murder," where snowbirds do more than just flock—they turn every day into an unforgettable adventure.

AWARD-WINNER: 'Best Cozy Mystery Team' 2023

Audiobook Reviewer—"OUTSTANDING FUN!... Unchaperoned children at a never-ending Sadie Hawkins dance with a spiked punch... You'll pray your inner child will enjoy this much freedom while getting into this much trouble... (Narrator Mari Oyaizu Carson)—a masterpiece of voice acting that makes listening easy and impossible to pause... A fun, light cozy mystery with well-developed characters."

©2022, 2023 Kris Courtney (P)2025 Kris Courtney

Mystery, Drama, and a Touch of Humor

Florida Retirement is Murder is a fun little cozy mystery that will keep you guessing until the end. The story offers humor, drama, and mystery that will wet your appetite for more. The narration is well done, and the characters are well developed and believable. I really enjoyed this story because it packed a punch. I received this book for free upon my request. I am voluntarily leaving my honest and unbiased review here voluntarily.

Fun book

The descriptions of the characters were great. The story really good, the reader was perfect. I laughter out loud multiple times. Such fun.

fun and unexpected

I was fortunate enough to meet the author when renting him a car. His energy was enough that the people behind him in line knowledge him. I had to read his book! I enjoyed it immensely.

Yep! A lot of it rings true! 

My mother and I listen to Florida retirement is murder while on vacation. We shared a lot of great laughs, and could not stop listening.

Outstanding Fun Listen

The Home Owners Association president dies under questionable circumstances as the story begins. Kris Courtney places the listener inside a gated Central Florida-established retirement community. The resident characters get portrayed as individuals with specific outrageous habits. These people behave like unchaperoned children at a never-ending Sadie Hawkins dance with a spiked punch.

Stewart Johnson relocates to the community with help from his daughter, the lawyer. He feels more included days after moving in than in his home years after his wife died. His new neighbors make him feel right at home. He gets caught up in investigating a neighbor’s death, finding roadblocks from the community services team at every turn. Something stinks, and it’s not the fish from the pelican’s mouth.

The antics of these silver-haired, opinionated relics will keep listeners, and readers, laughing aloud, hoping they can have this much fun in retirement. These are the ultimate unfiltered comments from those who know better but don’t care. You’ll pray your inner child will enjoy this much freedom while getting into this much trouble.

The narration by Mari Oyaizu Carson masterfully kept the voices perfect for all the characters. The story’s pace added to the excitement and tension of this satirical murder mystery. A masterpiece of voice acting that makes listening easy and impossible to pause.

I highly recommend this cozy mystery in the audiobook format. You’ll be sipping the fruity chick drinks and toasting to new friends in no time.

I liked this

This was a good story. I thought it was well written. Good cozy mystery, I even laughed through parts of it . The narrator did such a great job , kept me so interested that I ddidn't want to stop listening ,wanted to see who did it .

Loads of Fun!

The story begins when the Home Owners Association president dies under questionable circumstances. The author, Kris Courtney skillfully places the listener inside the gated Central Florida-established retirement community. The resident characters are developed and presented as individuals who have very specific and outrageous habits. The life of these characters is similar to an amusement park filled with small children high on sugar!

Stewart Johnson moves into the community where he quickly acclimates himself, something he has not done since his wife
passed away. Johnson finds himself caught up in trying to solve his neighbor's murder only to be blocked by the staff of the community at every turn.

The author, Kris Courtney creates a fun, light cozy mystery with well-developed characters with depth. This book is chocked full of fun and belly-laughing fun. This is a story that everyone can relate to because they either have friends, family or lived through many of these circumstances. A delightful fun and light read.

The narration by Mari Oyaizu Carson masterfully kept the voices perfect for all the characters capturing their personalities. The story’s pace added to the excitement and tension of this satirical murder mystery. A masterpiece of voice acting! Carsob's voice makes listening easy and impossible to pause.

This book comes highly recommended! You will love hearing the antics of these silver-haired, opinionated relics as they will keep you laughing aloud, hoping they can have this much fun in retirement.

There were no issues with the quality or production of this audiobook.

Funny and intriguing!

The story was funny and intriguing. The characters were all very real. The ending is surprising! Totally entertaining and worth listening to or reading. This would make an awesome movie with the correct casting!