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Folly of Incompetence

The Undead Detective Files, Book 1

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Folly of Incompetence

By: Shelby Rhodes
Narrated by: Lance West
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Welcome, welcome, it is I, Octavius Evander, Lead Detective and Owner of The Undead Detective Agency, here to say...we’re back!

Before dropping some hints about what is to come in this amazing and very sparkly first volume, those who have no clue who I am...I’d suggest you go back and listen to the previous series that is graciously named after my Agency, otherwise... Well, frankly, you will be very confused. If confused is your way of life...carry on, I shall not judge!

Now, the story picks up months after the end of The Undead Detective Agency, and my crew is dealing with the aftermath of...well, you know what. So, of course, I, the loving, amazing boss that I am, decided that it was time for a vacation—a fun duck-related vacation. And after hinting at resorting to possible friendnapping, I got my way!

But can I, Octavius, have a single day off without someone dying?! No, apparently, I cannot! So, cue multiple murders, long-time grudges, a baffling level of incompetence, and me facing down the ultimate enemy in a battle of wits...and glitter. What more is there to say besides...let the chaos begin...again!

AUTHOR NOTE: The Undead Detective Files is an MM paranormal romance spin-off series and a continuation of The Undead Detective Agency. The books are meant to be listened to in order and after The Undead Detective Agency series. For content warning, please see author note inside or website.

©2024 Shelby Rhodes (P)2025 Shelby Rhodes
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Vacation Time.

Octavius takes Turney, Scarlett, Min-Ji and Theo on a vacation at a duck themed park, but ends up with dead people popping up. Someone is trying to kill Octavius. Of course the gang figures it out and captures the killer.

I really loved this book, and the audio made it even better!

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Edge of My Seat🥰🤣

They're back! I've missed them so much 💓. Hearing some of the back stories are great. Introducing a bigger picture with the Reapers is going to be interesting and hopefully how shall we say retribution balancing for all the people they just leave in the bad situation and eventually die instead of helping. The cute factor is off the charts 😸. The laughs are continuous. Octavious is off the hook 🥰💖. The gang is working well together and becoming a real family. #glitter&plushies. Hugs and Kisses Octavious, Turny, Scarlett and the rest of the gang til next time 💋💖❤️‍🔥🧛🧟‍♂️🧟‍♀️

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Story is a 10!! Narration is difficult at times for sensitive ears

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This story is an amazing continuation of the Undead Detective Agency cast of characters. It has a nice focus on the aftermath of book 5 and the emotional toll it’s taken on everyone. While at the same time it maintains that Shelby Rhodes humor and hilarity. I truly loved it. Water Parks and Dinner theatre and so many more things to just be happy about in this story. Can I PLEASE go lazy River/bumper boat/watersliding?

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Here I just want to give a heads up to any sensitive listeners out there. If you are neurospicy in any way the narration might frustrate you in some parts. The word ‘guillotine’ is mispronounced many times in a way that made me flinch and the cute and adorable bat voice that Octavius has in the books gets turned into a kind of horrible facsimile of a 90s cartoon villain. The rest is pretty good. But man was it hard listening to my adorable Octavius’ Peter dwarf epaulette bat voice become what it did. The rest was great it was just those particular moments that were difficult.

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You're Going To Love This!

Lance West masterfully voices the eccentric world of The Undead Detective Agency, perfectly capturing the distinct personalities of Octavius, Turney, and their colleagues. Get ready for unexpected bursts of laughter amidst the mounting suspense, as our detectives find their vacation derailed by a series of fatal, yet seemingly accidental, events. "Folly of Incompetence" ignites "The Undead Detective Files" with a compelling blend of mystery and intrigue. Octavius and his team's anticipated relaxing retreat, complete with ducks, swiftly transforms into a perilous fight for survival as a pattern of "accidental" deaths suggests a sinister plot aimed directly at Octavius. Devoted followers of "The Undead Detective Agency" will eagerly devour this opportunity to rejoin their favorite characters, but to fully appreciate the depth and nuances of this thrilling sequel, newcomers should definitely experience the original series first. Mystery aficionados, consider this your next essential audiobook!

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Amazing

So wonderful to hear this book on audio! so excited to see the crew again and all thier shenanigans! you know and glitter as well lol

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Loved It

I loved this spin off of the original series. It was a lot of fun to have the whole crew back and dealing with another mystery. I can't wait for more. The audiobook made it an even more fun experience.

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Adorable Antics!

I am so happy to be back with Octavius and the Gang. Not so sure how happy they are with trail of bodies that has joined them. I enjoyed this real murder mystery vacation with some of my favorite quirky friends. The mystery is exciting and a bit dangerous while still having all the odd and fun moments with everyone. There is gore and glitter galore! Octavius is just too adorable with all his antics! And I have to mention how much I love Alex and Theo. Lance West brought out all the personalities and help build the world vividly! He is going to rock this series!

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Hilarious and Charming!

A wonderful follow-up to the Undead Detective Agency books. I was extremely excited about this book since I loved the first three and I wasn’t disappointed. All of the characters are back (though a couple just got cameos) with amusing new antics and a new mystery. This book is a great continuation and even possibly an improvement on the quality of an already fun series.

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Love This Series!!!

This series is amazing! and this audiobook is perfect. the performance is amazing. I love the narrators. The continuation of the story in this book is great also. Shelby brings the best quality of books and auidobooks!

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