A man is found dead in a Lexus smashed in a rocky creek bed. Was it an accident? Many people don't really want to know. Some are glad that man is dead.

But Dr. Theophilus Hornby, professor of Bible and Theology, thinks this bears some investigation. Can the habits and skills acquired in a career of study and teaching be applied to solving a murder? And if he does find the murderer, will he live to tell about it?

In this cozy, short, fun - and studious - mystery, L Edward Dixon invites you into this comfortable world, with all its discomforts - and dangers!