By: Kristin Owens
ISBN: 978-1998076550
Rising Action, 2024
Beth Schiff ghostwrites autobiographies for politicians, despite her own life not warranting a footnote. Excitement for her is re-watching classic movies with a Whitman’s Sampler. But when her adventurous Aunt Ethel dies, Beth must scramble out of her comfy sweatpants and into some Spanx to find the missing will aboard a luxury cruise ship.
Figuring out which fork to use at dinner becomes the least of Beth’s worries. The will isn’t lost ... it’s hidden. Aunt Ethel has devised an elaborate scavenger hunt, and each port stop forces Beth to confront her list of insecurities to get the next clue. If she fails, Ethel's millions will revert to a much-hated relative, Max, who is responsible for her dismantled family.
When someone starts trying to sabotage her search, the game becomes personal and her energetic septuagenarian tablemates rally to help. But Beth must make the puzzle pieces fit before the cruise ends or Max will get his greedy hands on the money destined for charities.
About the Author
Kristin grew up in Buffalo, New York and now resides in sticky southwest Florida. She earned a PhD in Higher Education Administration and held academic positions and taught a variety of subjects. She was chosen 2016-17 Teacher of the Year by Aims Community College students. She is also an award-winning writer. By combining her love of teaching and writing, Kristin is a frequent workshop instructor, conference presenter, and lecturer. Her high-energy presentations are geared towards motivating new writers to stick with it. She’s frequently found on a cruise ship.
To learn more about Kristin Owens and her work, please see www.kristin-owens.com