Bubba and the Dead Woman

By: C. L. Bevill

Narrated by: Michael Gilboe

Length: 8 hrs and 16 mins

Publisher's summary

Bubba Snoddy is a good old country boy with a big problem. Although he's personable, handsome, and lives in a historical Southern mansion in a small Texas town, he has just discovered the dead body of a woman to whom he was once engaged to marry. His ex-fiancée was responsible for Bubba being thrown out of the military, which in turn caused his shameful return to the tiny town of Pegramville, where everyone is a consummate gossip, and no one has any secrets.

Sheriff John Headrick believes Bubba killed his ex-fiancée in a fit of vengeful rage. The townsfolk believe that Bubba killed his ex-fiancée in a fit of vengeful rage. Bubba's own mother believes that Bubba killed his ex-fiancée in a fit of vengeful rage. To top it all off, there are some mighty strange goings-on at the Snoddy Mansion, where ghosts walk the halls rattling chains in the midnight hour, and Bubba's own sainted mother, Miz Demetrice, runs an illegal gambling ring. Rumors run merrily rampant about Bubba, decadent Snoddy ancestors, missing Civil War gold, a to-die-for sheriff's deputy with the greenest eyes Bubba has ever seen, and a Basset Hound named Precious who likes to nip first and ask questions later. Bubba has to find out exactly who did murder his ex-fiancée and quickly before he goes to jail for the crime, or before someone murders him.

©2010 Caren L. Bevill (P)2016 Caren L. Bevill

A cozy southern mystery

Where does Bubba and the Dead Woman rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

I really enjoyed listening to this book. Buddy is quite the character. He is thoughtful and caring but a the same time not one to be run over. I liked him a lot!

What did you like best about this story?

I liked that the main characters were not the stereotypical 'southern hick' kind of people. They are smart and educated people who are 'normal' in their own way.

Which character – as performed by Michael Gilboe – was your favorite?

It's a toss up between Bubba and his mother Miz Demetrice. He is down to earth and she is out there at times. Between the illegal poker ring she runs and the every changing way she claims to have 'killed' her husband (he died of a heart attack}, you don't know what she is going to say next

Any additional comments?

I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a cozy southern mystery that is light on the romance but heavy on the humor and laughter.


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Bubba Rocks!

I think I'm in love with Bubba! This listen was great and funny all the way through. Bubba is a big country boy from a small town. The small town is torn between believing Bubba is a killer and believing that he is innocent of killing his ex-fiance. Bubba knows he didn't kill her. What Bubba doesn't know is why someone would kill his ex-fiance and then set him up to take the fall. How Bubba solves the case is a very entertaining listen.

Michael Gilboe was awesome as he brought this story to life. The southern accents were not overdone and he captured just the right tone throughout.

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Good old fashioned story writing.

This story sounds like it might be hokey and just not too funny - that couldn't be more wrong. The story is kinda hokey, but I loved the story, the plot, and the characters. Bubba's mom is hilarious! If you've ever lived in the South, or love stories about the South, check out this book. The narrator is amazing and seemed to get the right voices for each character. I almost felt like I was looking back at my high school and some of my relatives. This book is kind of a mystery combined with southern comedy.

Seriously, give the book a try it really is very addicting.

I received this audiobook from the author, narrator, or publisher for free via audiobookblast in exchange for an unbiased review. However, if I did not like the book, I would have just vaguely gave a synopsis and just left it at that.

Bubba in Trouble!

What made the experience of listening to Bubba and the Dead Woman the most enjoyable?

I smiled all through this murder mystery! The narration was impeccable and brought all of the characters to life, especially 'T'. I loved all of the characters and the location and the 'southerness' of it all. Will definitely listen to it again!

What other book might you compare Bubba and the Dead Woman to and why?

Cannot think of a comparison. I usually listen/read true crime. This was so different, had no clue 'who did it' and was just a lot of fun.

Have you listened to any of Michael Gilboe’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No I have not. Thought Kevin Pierce was my favorite narrator of all time, but now he has to move to second place! Michael was PERFECT!!

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

I LOVED the different ways Miss Demitrius 'killed' her husband.... she is a total hoot!! And Precious was precious!! This was a real treat!!

And the end was a real surprise....

Any additional comments?

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But please give this a try - you will not be disappointed!!

great fun!

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes if I had a friend that read this kind of book. The humor is really clever and not the usual dumb southern redneck stuff.

What does Michael Gilboe bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Excellent narration. His voice sounds a lot like voice overs from Disney specials from my childhood and I kept having flashbacks to that. However it was spot on and I can't imagine a more perfect voice for this book. Tone was great as was the cadence.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Definitely made me chuckle. Many many times.

Any additional comments?

Ok, it's not Shakespeare but for what it is (cozy down south mystery) it was great. I will definitely read more of this series.
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Bubba sites knows how to find trouble!!

I was given this book in exchange for a honest review. Bubba Snoddy sure knows how to find trouble. When dead bodies suddenly appear everywhere he goes. But the sheriff and the town have already gave him his sentence, now he must clear his own name with some help from his mama and a sheriff deputy.

I'm sold

Would you listen to Bubba and the Dead Woman again? Why?

Yes. I love the characters.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Bubba. Loved his attitude and determination

Any additional comments?

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Charming

Good mystery and lots of very funny moments. The characters are funny and well written. The narrator is wonderful. The mystery has a nice twist.

Refreshing!

Nice to have a southern gentleman named Bubba portrayed as something other than a mouth breather. Very funny and interesting book. Loved Bubba's mother Miz Demetrice. What southern lady doesn't want to grow up to run illegal gambling for all ur friends? Read for review and was so worth it!

FUN MYSTERY

I really enjoyed this book different then what I normally listen to. The narrator did great job with the characters. Fun “Hicksville characters”, loved Bubba and his dog, his mom is a “piss”. Funny book laughed out loud a couple of times. Highly recommend it who like fun mysteries. This audiobook was provided by the author, narrator, or publisher at no cost in exchange for an unbiased review courtesy of Audiobook Blast. THANK YOU!