Holy Moly

Blanco County Mysteries, Book 6

By: Ben Rehder

Narrated by: Robert King Ross

When televangelist Peter Boothe decides to build a megachurch on the banks of the Pedernales River, he thinks his biggest problem will be a few unhappy neighbors. However, when backhoe operator Hollis Farley unearths a rare fossil on the construction site - a discovery that could lead to plenty of embarrassing Darwinian publicity - the cover-up begins. Soon, Farley is dead, shot in the back with an arrow, and Game Warden John Marlin is asked to help with the case. What he and the local deputies find is a suspect list of biblical proportions: Could it have been the bitter geology professor? The private fossil collector with a somewhat unusual fetish? The minister’s wife who takes the Commandments rather lightly? Or the geriatric environmentalist with a mean right hook? Nothing is sacred in Rehder’s most laughable satire yet, a twisted tale of greed, corruption, infidelity, and, yes, paleontology.

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Mystery, humor and heart.

Another strong delivery from Rehder combining a solid mystery with humor against a backdrop of small town life in Texas, all while examining important issues - this time televangelism and morality.

Stands alone, but better as part of the series.

I received this audiobook for free in exchange for a review.

I'd love to see this made into a series

A good old Bible belt tale - the Evangelist.

Of course, with this Texas set of characters, and I do mean characters, you know you are going to have a ripping good time. Humor and shaking of the head to ensue throughout.

I just love these guys - the sheriff and game warden, Red and Billy Don - they keep me entertained and I'm always learning something interesting. I love people watching and this book is like people watching on steroids!!

My opinion

I usually love Ben Rehder’s books and laugh out loud at times but I found this one difficult to follow.
I’m sorry to say I won’t be buying anymore preformed by Robert King Ross. Perhaps with a different author but not Rehder’s books.

Holy Moly

Fossils and religion is definitely a different combination. Then you add blackmail, murder and so much more leading yo a very interesting listen. I have enjoyed all the books in this series so far and will be listening to more in the future.

Fun Who Done it.

I liked the book. It had some fun twists and turns. and was an overall enjoyable listen.