The Case of the Wandering Dead Guy — Maureen Caudill

Celestina Howell never believed she was psychic, but when telepathic cries for help from a little girl start flooding her mind, she's forced to reconsider. As a CPA, Celestina prides herself on her ordinary life, far removed from her extended clan's frequent brushes with the law.Confusing her more, a dead guy appears in her brand-new Lexus, only to do a runner before the cops arrive, leaving her accused of wasting police time.Yet when 6-year-old Teena, the kidnapped daughter of a U.S. Senator, keeps reaching out to her telepathically, she can't ignore the call for help. With the cops treating her as a typical Howell fraud, and only her slightly felonious family to rely on, Celestina searches through the treacherous caves and mines around Asheville to find the missing girl.But there's a determined FBI agent shadowing her every move, convinced she's involved in the kidnapping, and a corpse that keeps popping up in the most inconvenient places—practically stalking her!Celestina is running out of time. Teena warns that something terrible is planned for Sunday, and it's already Thursday.Will Celestina and her unconventional clan find Teena before it's too late? Dive into this cozy mystery filled with Southern wit and charm and a heroine you'll adore! What Readers Say about THE CASE OF THE WANDERING DEAD GUY: An absolute page-turner! Celestina's journey from skeptical CPA to daring hero is thrilling and utterly captivating. I couldn't put it down!— Jane D., ReaderThis book kept me on the edge of my seat from start to finish. The blend of supernatural elements, complicated family dynamics, and a high-stakes rescue mission is masterfully done. A must-read!— Tom S., Mystery AuthorA rollercoaster ride of suspense and humor! The characters are vividly drawn, and heroine's sass and attitude captivated me. I highly recommend this gripping and very funny cozy.— Emily R., Reader