Beneath the Corn Maze

Travel Writer #3

by Wendy Meadows

A killer is on the loose – and she’s the next victim.

Eager to return home after a series of unusually uneventful trips, Patricia looks forward to some quiet time with her boyfriend in their small town in Georgia. She’s relieved to not any have more murder mysteries on her hands – but she has no idea what she’s about to be dragged into.

When a seemingly ordinary visit for some Fall-themed festivities ends with a double murder and Patricia’s own close brush with death, she stumbles into an elusive mystery – and it quickly becomes clear that someone is prepared to kill her to protect it.

If she hopes to unravel the murders, she’ll be forced to travel to the heart of Atlanta and get into the mind of the insane killer who is stalking her every move. Locked in a deadly race against time to unmask the murderer before they can get to her, Patricia must push her skills to the limits and stay one step ahead if she wants to stay alive.

Can Patricia bring the identity of her would-be killer to light? Or will she end up six feet under before her next travel assignment?

Dive into a thrilling mystery with a surprise around every corner. With a dash of action and a suspenseful cat-and-mouse game that will keep you on your toes, Patricia McKay’s next adventure is not for the faint of heart.

160 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 26, 2021

About the author

Wendy Meadows is a USA Today bestselling cozy mystery author who creates the perfect escape for readers who love amateur sleuths, small-town secrets, and mysteries you can solve with a cup of tea in hand.

Her beloved series—including Sweetfern Harbor, Alaska Cozy Mysteries, and Travel Writer Mysteries—feature quirky characters, family bonds, and charming whodunits with no gore, just gentle intrigue that keeps you guessing.

When she's not plotting her next puzzle, she's spoiling her pets, enjoying time with her two adult children, and hunting for the perfect hybrid tea rose to inspire her peaceful settings.

Join her cozy community and get a free ebook plus behind-the-scenes peeks into her stories and characters.

Reviews

[Mandy · Rating 2 out of 5]

I am still confused as to how Patricia ended up working in Georgia when she was based out of New York along with the change in her boss's name from Lenore to Edna. It also mentioned she wasn't a skill RV homeowner and she was made to seem incapable of traveling from Georgia to Montana but she had made the trip from NY to Georgia without any issues. I also didn't like how Patricia and Brian's relationship was portrayed in the story. There was a lot of negativity between the two - the tone of the relationship was much different from book one and of course wasn't really mentioned in book 2. Seems like a lot was missing from Patricia's story between the three books. There was so much potential for Patricia's story in book one but quickly went down hill. I liked the storyline in book 1, it wasn't bad in book 2, but the story seemed rushed in book 3.

[Cinda Inman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Patricia McKay is a travel writer that travels the world and posts to her blog. She has just return home to North Frost after spending a while in Finland. She is ready to rest with her boyfriend, Brian Johnson. Brian is a new detective in North Frost. Brian has prepared a surprise for Patricia. However, after seeing her surprise, they get into a fight and break up.
The Fall Festival is in town and Patricia goes to it alone. While standing in line waiting on coffee and a donut, the man in front of her, Zach Benton, strikes up a conversation with her. He is murdered a short time later. Of course, Patricia becomes involved and meets and follows his sister Hudson, to the police station. While standing there talking, an SUV drives by and shoots Hudson.
To take her mind off of the murder Brian suggests they go through the local corn maze. In the corn maze a man tries to kill Patricia with a wire around her neck.
Patricia asks her boss, Edna Traceton, to go to Atlanta on assignment to investigate the murder and near murder and the corn maze incident.
Brian winds up going with her to investigate as well.
There are a lot of twists and turns in this book. It will keep you guessing until the end.
Another great book by Wendy Meadows. I cannot wait for Patricia's next trip.
I received an advance copy from Booksprout. This is my honest opinion.

[Wannee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Full of Mystery & Action, Twist and Turn!!!

Patricia McKay, a travel writer, looks forward to spending the down time with her boyfriend Brian, but things does not go as plan. After visiting the Fall Festival and witness the two murders, then someone is trying to kill her. She and Brian need to travel to Atlanta for their investigation to solve the mystery and murder.

This book is so much fun, it's fast paced full of adventures one right after another with lots of twists and turns that keeps you guessing of what will happen next. It's a great page turning mystery, good story line, entertaining, fun, full of action and suspense. I really like this book and I am looking forward to the next book in the series. I highly recommend this book to any cozy mystery fans.

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[Abby · Rating 5 out of 5]

This story was a little darker (Melinda and Cathy) than the other Travel Writer ones but I liked the story. There were a few things that I wished were covered a little more deeply. 1. Stewart, the Festival witness to Zach's murder. It was great that Patricia saw there was more to Stewart than his outer appearance. 2. Fred, the Vietnam Vet, who rescued Cathy. I hoped that she saw past her usual selfishness and helped Fred. 3. I felt sorry for the members of the Wave Machine (Collaboration Wave). I bet when Cathy relocated, they were out of luck and business. 4. I felt bummed that there wasn't a book on the Ireland travel. The little bit at the end with Sally and the stranger searching for something sounded really interesting.

[Judy R · Rating 5 out of 5]

Patricia finally has no travel assignments so goes hope to Georgia for some down time. It’s been a while since she’s been home so things are a bit strained between her and her boyfriend Brian. Of course while home, she attends the Autumn Festival which includes a corn maze. Yet again, she gets embroiled in a murder.

While she was gone, Brian worked on enhancing her motorhome but she sure was not happy with the changes. Her and her friends still decide to take it to Atlanta as she continues to work on solving the murder.

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[Molly · Rating 4 out of 5]

Patricia is feeling a little worn out with her traveling- until she comes back to her hometown and Brian has done some unexpected renovations to her motorhome, without notice or permission

Love has a bumpy road- bumpier yetwhen egos and random killers are thrown into the mix

Will Brian and Patricia survive as s couple? Will they survive this stint in town at all?

madcap murderous mayhem and a twisted bad actor or three

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[Donna Cooknell · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm a big fan of Wendy Meadows and really enjoyed reading all three books. The books in this series, each on it's own, are well written and the characters and stories are well developed. As I read the books I was left with questions about the cohesiveness of the series. When/how did Patricia's boss change from Lenore to Edna? When did Patricia stop living in her small RV and end up with a farm in North Frost and and old Winnebago? What made Brian change from being a detective in Atlanta and end up in North Frost?

[Pam · Rating 5 out of 5]

Patricia is eager to get home and have some time to relax as well as spend time with her boyfriend. Unfortunately they have a big fight and end up calling it quits. Shortly there after, she goes to the festival and naturally there is double murder to investigate. She tries to help out but Brian shuts her down at every turn. However she keeps digging and puts herself in danger.
She needs to get this one solved before she ends up the next victim

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[Jeanne Richardson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've read a lot of books written by Wendy Meadows; she is one of my favorite authors. I can’t wait to read more of her books.

This is the third book in the Travel Writer Mystery Series. She has written another great book. Patricia returns to her hometown relieved that she doesn’t have any more murder mysteries to solve but shortly after she gets there she ends up with two and someone out to get her to keep her from solving them.

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[Judy Gittleson Hendrickson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Patricia is done with travel articles for a while and comes for in time for the Fall Festival. Murder appears to be the topic of the season and she is also in their sights. Patricia and Brian attempt to figure it all out before she is a victim and the chase for clues is very entertaining. Surprises, twists, misdirection and attempted murder are all on the menu. The author does a wonderful job of spinning a great mystery.

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[Bev · Rating 4 out of 5]

Patricia is a traveler who writes blogs about her adventures. She is ready to return to her small farm and just relax for a little while, but her boyfriend Brian has a huge surprise for her when she gets home. But does it go as planned? Why is there a killer after her? What has she done to deserve all this unwanted attention? Can she find the answers and find some peace of mind? I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.

[Gwen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Travel writer, Patricia McKay, casually chats to the man next to her in the coffee line. Shortly afterward, he dies and his sister is shot. Patriciia discovers her life is now in danger and must figure out who the killer is and turn the tables on them.
An interesting and absorbing book. Patricia and Brian make a good team

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[Brenda Moser · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a well written book with strong characters in Patricia and Brian. The author does a terrific job building the story and pulled me in with the mystery and danger as well as the romance. I enjoyed reading their story.

I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. All opinions in this review are my own and freely given.

[Kristi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Action, adventure, mystery, suspense and plenty of twists and turns will have you glued to the pages. A definite page turner you don't want to put down. The characters are delightful, enjoyable and fun. Wendy has done it again with another great cozy mystery.

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[Heather W · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beneath the Corn Maze is the third book in the Travel Writer Mystery Series and is a great addition to the series. This book has danger, suspense, mystery, and action. I really enjoyed it and am looking forward to reading more books in the series.

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[Rhonda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lots of twists and turns with plenty of drama. Each page will keep you hooked until the end. Keep guessing until the end for the unexpected conclusion to this story. Entertaining characters help to build the story twist climactic end. Good whodunit.

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[Amanda · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was a page turner. It included mystery, love, friendship, and loss. The characters felt real and connectable. It will be a great book for the upcoming fall season.

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[Aineenmarie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a nail biter of a page turner. This was a great read. The plot was very well written and I cannot wait for another book. This was from a great author and I really enjoyed the book.

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[Renee Lewis · Rating 5 out of 5]

A time traveling read that has action and characters that will keep your attention. The twisting and turning of the story will keep you guessing.

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[Barbara Harrison · Rating 5 out of 5]

Allow a chunk of a day for this family-friendly cozy which takes place in autumn and includes the Autumn Festival in North Frost, Georgia as well as a trip to Atlanta.

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[Therese · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Cozy Mystery that's not very Cozy

This is a can't put it down read. Once I started reading, I was hooked and literally couldn't put it down until I reached the end.
How can one book hold such good characters and such evil ones?

[Betty J. · Rating 5 out of 5]

nice sequel

This is a nice series with great solid characters and plenty of mystery. If you like cozy mysteries you this is a good one to try.