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Penned A Kate Turner, DVM, Mystery #4 by Eileen Brady Poisoned Pen Press Mystery & Thrillers Pub Date 09 Oct 2018 Review As an animal lover, I always enjoy Eileen Brady’s Kate Turner DVM mysteries. For one, they are packed with quirky animal lovers and their pets. There are always plenty of laugh out loud moments. I absolutely love Little Man and his mom who dress in a coordinated fashion, and they are only the tip of the iceberg. I also enjoy the mystery aspect, as Ka

Chained A Kate Turner DVM Mystery #3 by Eileen Brady Poisoned Pen Press Mystery & Thrillers Pub Date 05 Dec 2017 Review I am so glad I got the chance to read Chained. It’s a great mystery filled with plenty of suspense and just a touch of humor and romance. Kate Turner is a believable, well-rounded individual that you can easily imagine working in your local veterinary office. I absolutely loved the wide range of quirky clients and their pets. More to the point, I also lov

Wagging through the Snow by Laurien Berenson Kensington Books Mystery & Thrillers Pub Date 26 Sep 2017 Review If you love dogs and mysteries, you should take the time to read Laurien Berenson’s novels. She does a wonderful job portraying the unique personalities of dogs, in particular standard poodles. Wagging Through the Snow is a light mystery that s perfect for an evening relaxing with a cup of cocoa. The mystery isn't much of a puzzle, but that doesn't mean it isn't

Stay Calm and Collie On by Lane Stone Kensington Books Lyrical Underground Mystery & Thrillers Pub Date 07 Nov 2017 Review Stay Calm and Collie on is a delightful pet cozy that is certain to leave animal lovers with a smile. Sue Patrick and Lady Anthea Fitzwalter are wonderfully paired. While Sue is practical and a skilled businesswoman, Lady Anthea has ample experience managing people. Together they must find the killer of Buckingham Pet Palace’s driver - who was found dead

Dangling by a Thread by Lea Wait Kensington Mystery & Thrillers Pub Date 25 Oct 2016 Review Readers can almost taste the salt in the Haven Harbor air, and the residents, especially Angie are realistic - multifaceted and utterly believable. As an animal lover, I was pleased to see the Great Cormorants play an important role in the mystery. The conflict between those protecting vanishing species and those seeking to protect human economic interests plays out on a daily basis

Shades of Wrath By Karen Rose Smith Kensington Books Mystery & Thrillers Pub Date 29 November 2016 Review Domestic violence isn't an easy topic to tackle, but it is extremely important. Karen Rose Smith does an excellent job capturing the complexity of an issue where what is legal doesn't always match what is just. After escaping from an abusive marriage, Wendy Newcomb has devoted her life to the protection of women. She heads Sunshine Tomorrow, a women's shelter and suppor

Paws and Effect by Sofie Kelly Berkley Publishing Group Berkley Mystery & Thrillers Pub Date 04 Oct 2016 Review Once again Sofie Kelly has given cat loving readers the perfect treat - an exciting and original addition to her Magical cats cozy series. I adore Owen and Hercules, and love the fact that despite their “unique” talents they remind me of my own beloved pets. I nearly fell off my seat laughing as I read the introductory scene. I don’t want to give any spoilers, so

By Familiar Means by Delia James Berkley Publishing Group Mystery & Thrillers Pub Date 20 Sep 2016 Review By Familiar Means is a solid, well written paranormal cozy with likable characters. While it isn't groundbreaking, it is an entertaining read perfect for a relaxing afternoon. What more could a reader want? In By Familiar Means, coffee shop owners Jake and Mirabelle ask Annabelle to uncover whether there is a ghost haunting the location of their planned expansion. Desp

The Cat The Collector and The Killer Leann Sweeney Berkley Publishing Mystery & Thrillers Pub Date: 2 August 2016 Review If you love cats and murder mysteries, look no further. Leann Sweeney’s novel is purrfect, with its spot on depiction of cat adoration (Petcube anyone?) and an intriguing and complex mystery where felines play a major role. In The Cat The Collector and The Killer, the body of the local animal control officer is found in the home an elderly cat collector am

Live and Let Growl by Laurien Berenson Kensington Books Mystery & Thrillers Pub Date 26 Jul 2016 Review Laurien Berenson's mysteries are a feast for animal lovers, for a variety of reasons. First, she accurately depicts the varying personalities of dogs and how they react in different circumstances. As I read, Faith's actions and manner of expression reminded me a lot of my own trio of canine companions and the way they offer their opinions. (Faith is Melanie's standard po