CROCODILE TALE, A Vintage Romantic Mystery Novelette
by Molly McKinney
Tony Winford cheats Death the first time around, but Death isn’t done with him. The World War II Royal Air Force pilot returns to Africa on medical leave to put his Spitfire bailout behind. During the train journey from Cape Town to Northern Rhodesia a witch doctor sells him a crocodile carving, implying it has magical powers. Tony has no clue how soon his skepticism will be challenged.
In his home town of Ndeki, Tony plans to help out at his uncle’s hotel and start a flying service but right away he runs into problems that keep growing worse. Beautiful Julia looks too young for him, but he flirtation with Cliff makes him jealous. When Tony rents Cliff a fishing cabin, he opens a can of worms involving national security and his pal Death, ready to get even.
Inspired by the author’s memories of growing up in Southern Africa. Crocodile Tale captures the heartbeat of a dramtic era in a fast-paced adventure spiced with humor. Compact in size and price, this book packs a punch as a unique and affordable gift.
Order from Moon Cactus Books mtmwriter@gmail.com. POB 87632, Tucson, Az. 85754
2 Comments
October 27, 2009 at 9:23 pm
Molly, my husband and I have know Ann in New Zealand for many many years and correspond regularly. We grew up in South Africa and lived in Rhodesia for 20 years – we are 300+ year product of Africa!! I just received a letter from Ann regarding your book and am anxious to purchase it. Well done! We need to keep a unique era in Africa alive!! We are in Dallas, Texas, and hoping someday to return to our home – in Africa.
November 10, 2009 at 7:50 pm
11/10/09
Hi Yvonne, I just accidentally found this site with your comment. Thank you!! I’d be delighted to send you a copy of Crocodile Tale. The email given in Brainpan is garbled; it is actually mtmwriter@gmail.com. Please contact me and I will also contact Ann. I look forward to meeting you. Alles van die beste, Molly