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Melanie Travis #17
Death of a Dog Whisperer
Between her boisterous sons and a house full of Poodles, there's never a dull moment for Melanie Travis. But no matter how hectic life gets, she can always pick up the scent of a howling good mystery--and she'll stop at nothing to dig up the truth. . .
It's summer in Connecticut, and Melanie's life has become an endless string of dog shows, soccer camp, and the antics of her energetic toddler. She hardly has time to pay much attention to her Aunt Peg's new protégé, Nick Walden, a self-proclaimed "dog whisperer" with an uncanny gift for decoding dog-speak. The well-heeled dog owners of Fairfield County are lapping up his alleged talents, anxious to discover exactly what their pampered pets are thinking--that is until the pooches start spilling their secrets.
When Nick is discovered dead in his home, his sister Claire enlists Melanie to help track down the killer. Now, as she juggles the demands of marriage and motherhood--not to mention her six beloved Poodles--Melanie can scarcely even begin to nose through the growing list of suspects. But just when she thinks she's barking up the wrong tree, she'll find herself face to face with a purebred murderer. . .
It's summer in Connecticut, and Melanie's life has become an endless string of dog shows, soccer camp, and the antics of her energetic toddler. She hardly has time to pay much attention to her Aunt Peg's new protégé, Nick Walden, a self-proclaimed "dog whisperer" with an uncanny gift for decoding dog-speak. The well-heeled dog owners of Fairfield County are lapping up his alleged talents, anxious to discover exactly what their pampered pets are thinking--that is until the pooches start spilling their secrets.
When Nick is discovered dead in his home, his sister Claire enlists Melanie to help track down the killer. Now, as she juggles the demands of marriage and motherhood--not to mention her six beloved Poodles--Melanie can scarcely even begin to nose through the growing list of suspects. But just when she thinks she's barking up the wrong tree, she'll find herself face to face with a purebred murderer. . .
311 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published January 1, 2014
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Laurien Berenson
58 books843 followersLaurien Berenson is the award-winning author of the long running Melanie Travis canine mystery series and the new Senior Sleuths series starring Peg Turnbull and Rose Donovan as a pair of seventyish sisters-in-law who are learning to put aside old grudges as they work together to solve mysteries. DIE ANOTHER DANE (#31 in the Melanie Travis series) is out now.
Laurien's work has appeared numerous magazines and the New York Times. She and her husband live on a farm in Kentucky, surrounded by horses and dogs.
Laurien's work has appeared numerous magazines and the New York Times. She and her husband live on a farm in Kentucky, surrounded by horses and dogs.
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December 8, 2015
Disclaimer/confession: I collect books with Bassets on the cover.
September 21, 2014
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For those of us that love the Melanie Travis Mysteries, Death of a Dog Whisperer, is a welcome site. Laurien Berenson again has written an excellent mystery with the characters we all have missed. Melanie, Aunt Peg, Kevin, Davey, Sam and the gang are all in this enjoyable cozy. Melanie’s ex-husband wants her to get his new friend Nick an introduction to her prickly Aunt Peg. Nick’s clients all swear he is a “Dog Whisperer”, that he knows what their dogs are thinking and saying. Even as Melanie dreads meeting this friend, she is shocked to find he is talented and in tune with the canines he meets.
When Nick winds up dead, no one knows who could have murdered him. Was it a disgruntled client, one of his girlfriends or maybe one of the dogs told him too much. Melanie of course is brought in to help find the answers. In Ms Berenson’s fun and fast-paced writing style, we are once again drawn into the life of Melanie as she tries to get to the bottom of things. As always the dogs play a big part in these mysteries. Will Melanie find the answers before the killer finds her? That is part of the fun.
I would recommend Death of a Dog Whisperer to anyone that loves cozy mysteries. And especially those that love having dogs in the story too. Ms Berenson does not disappoint in this latest installment of the Melanie Travis books. I am so glad she is back to writing them. This is a fun and easy read that keeps the reader guessing as it draws them deeper and deeper into the story. Well-developed characters and a fun storyline make this an excellent book.
Brought to you by OBS reviewer Kayt
For those of us that love the Melanie Travis Mysteries, Death of a Dog Whisperer, is a welcome site. Laurien Berenson again has written an excellent mystery with the characters we all have missed. Melanie, Aunt Peg, Kevin, Davey, Sam and the gang are all in this enjoyable cozy. Melanie’s ex-husband wants her to get his new friend Nick an introduction to her prickly Aunt Peg. Nick’s clients all swear he is a “Dog Whisperer”, that he knows what their dogs are thinking and saying. Even as Melanie dreads meeting this friend, she is shocked to find he is talented and in tune with the canines he meets.
When Nick winds up dead, no one knows who could have murdered him. Was it a disgruntled client, one of his girlfriends or maybe one of the dogs told him too much. Melanie of course is brought in to help find the answers. In Ms Berenson’s fun and fast-paced writing style, we are once again drawn into the life of Melanie as she tries to get to the bottom of things. As always the dogs play a big part in these mysteries. Will Melanie find the answers before the killer finds her? That is part of the fun.
I would recommend Death of a Dog Whisperer to anyone that loves cozy mysteries. And especially those that love having dogs in the story too. Ms Berenson does not disappoint in this latest installment of the Melanie Travis books. I am so glad she is back to writing them. This is a fun and easy read that keeps the reader guessing as it draws them deeper and deeper into the story. Well-developed characters and a fun storyline make this an excellent book.
October 30, 2014
I have been reading this cozy series since its debut years ago. I must have missed a few as in this book Melanie is married and mom to a two year old son with Sam in addition to her 11 year old son, Davey. As usual Ms Berenson does a good job with a mystery set among dog lovers. My only complaint is that Melanie did something that every woman is warned about....do not go along with a man you know is dangerous. Stand your ground and fight because if you are going to be killed anyway, you would rather it be out in the open! That being said, try this series. If you love dogs, especially standard breed poodles you will enjoy reading about the dog show world in Connecticut.
January 15, 2020
This was an interesting story. It has two mysteries, but only one is a crime. The story involves drugs, murder, a ring, a dog show, a dog whisperer, and a missing family member. The dog show was fun. I also enjoyed the rest of the story, but I liked the mystery involving the ring more than the other one.
February 28, 2021
Somehow I missed this book as I was reading the series! I am glad that I did because it gave me another book in the series to enjoy. I love the continuing stories of Melanie and her family, Aunt Peg, and all of the poodles! It is like visiting family each time I pick up a title in this series.
Very enjoyable!
Very enjoyable!
December 8, 2021
I liked this one, and think Claire will be a nice addition to the series. Honestly, though, why did Melanie go along? She's too smart to be that dumb. Fight, scream, but DO NOT just go along. Jeez.
August 8, 2014
I try to read every book Laurien Berenson writes. “Death of a Dog Whisperer” is the seventeenth in the Melanie Travis Canine Mystery series. I’ve read as Melanie progressed from a divorcee with one child and one standard poodle, to a happily married woman with two children and six standard poodles. Along the way, her dogs have become champions in the show ring and she has even bred Faith, her original poodle.
After reading this series, I have become fascinated with dog shows and have actually thought about owning a standard poodle, much to my cats’ dismay. The mysteries have always been enjoyable whodunits, but I’ll admit, I read her books for the dogs.
In “Death of a Dog Whisperer” Melanie meets Nick Walden, the self-proclaimed dog whisperer. While she anticipates that he is a charlatan, she soon realizes he understands dogs well and works with their owners to solve behavior issues. Melanie decides to introduce him to her Aunt Peg, a well-respected judge in dog shows.
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After reading this series, I have become fascinated with dog shows and have actually thought about owning a standard poodle, much to my cats’ dismay. The mysteries have always been enjoyable whodunits, but I’ll admit, I read her books for the dogs.
In “Death of a Dog Whisperer” Melanie meets Nick Walden, the self-proclaimed dog whisperer. While she anticipates that he is a charlatan, she soon realizes he understands dogs well and works with their owners to solve behavior issues. Melanie decides to introduce him to her Aunt Peg, a well-respected judge in dog shows.
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May 8, 2015
The first book I have read by this author: I was THOROUGHLY enjoying it. Delightful explanations of dog shows, and dog personalities, family life, etc. Then my belief that I had found a new author that I could enjoy was SHATTERED by the rushed, cop out ending: my pet peeve is when the heroine solves the crime via a very stupid decision to put herself in danger, when all she had to do was call the police detective investigating this case with her suspicion.
No one in their right mind, let alone a talented, intelligent person who has solved crimes before, would have put themselves in that position. The critical end scene was just ridiculously implausible. It ruins the whole book for me when that happens.
No one in their right mind, let alone a talented, intelligent person who has solved crimes before, would have put themselves in that position. The critical end scene was just ridiculously implausible. It ruins the whole book for me when that happens.
September 11, 2016
I loved this book! I really enjoy this mystery series! This book would be great for you if you love animal cozy mysteries, especially dogs. Melanie lives with her husband and two boys, ages 2 and 11. And they have six poodles that live with them. Melanie ends up in the middle of a murder investigation once again and gets to meet many different interesting people who could be the murderer and some new dogs. The book is full of adventures with her kids, the rest of the family, and her close friends. There are also many dog antics and some professional dog show information. There is a big surprise in store for Melanie in this book. Laurien Berenson has succeeded in writing another interesting and fun mystery to read!
September 4, 2014
Melanie is back and investigating the death of a charming "dog whisperer".
I love this series and was thrilled to see another one released. As a former dog show junkie, I laugh at the descriptions of the dog show personalities (some of them quite recognizable) and the Connecticut area dog show scene and sites bring back a lot of memories.
I'd highly recommend this cozy mystery and the entire series to anyone who enjoys dog themed books.
I love this series and was thrilled to see another one released. As a former dog show junkie, I laugh at the descriptions of the dog show personalities (some of them quite recognizable) and the Connecticut area dog show scene and sites bring back a lot of memories.
I'd highly recommend this cozy mystery and the entire series to anyone who enjoys dog themed books.
December 21, 2014
A wonderful cozy mystery with emphasis on the family with dogs as a secondary interest. Ms Berenson brought these plots together skillfully. Melanie, Sam, Bob and Aunt Peg all developed additional traits. Kevin is acquiring a personality. The poodles characters were different. Melanie meets a man, Nick who understands dogs and Bob wants Aunt Peg to help established him. Nick is later shot an Melanie is pressure to solve his MURDER.
March 11, 2015
I don't know the author keeps the series so fresh, but the plots and characters are growing and morphing and I like them even better now than when I first started reading about them years ago. Great suspense scene toward the end of this one, plus one charming basset hound! Very memorable characters, person and animal, this time around. Kudos!
September 2, 2014
Another wonderful read.
I enjoyed reading this book very much, I am both a dog lover and a mystery lover. I've read every book in this (Melanie Travis) series and this is the best one yet. I really hope there will be more!
I enjoyed reading this book very much, I am both a dog lover and a mystery lover. I've read every book in this (Melanie Travis) series and this is the best one yet. I really hope there will be more!
May 28, 2016
A Real Winner
I love this series and the author has done a wonderful job creating such lovable characters.
When a murder takes place, everyone turns to Melanie for help. Her devotion to her family (canine and human) brings her face to face with the killer.
I love this series and the author has done a wonderful job creating such lovable characters.
When a murder takes place, everyone turns to Melanie for help. Her devotion to her family (canine and human) brings her face to face with the killer.
October 17, 2014
Love this series. Each book is worth waiting for.
So glad there are new books to read.
So glad there are new books to read.
October 5, 2017
Everyone but Melanie needed a swift kick in the pants in this one. Okay, maybe not Davey and Kevin. But everyone else. Buncha jerks.
August 21, 2015
Another Melanie Travis mystery that I loved.
November 23, 2017
As with all of the books in this series, this one is an absolute delight.
Melanie's ex-husband convinces her to introduce his new friend, Nick, to her dog obsessed Aunt Peg. Nick has a reputation for understanding dogs so well that he seems to know what they think and feel; in fact, people call him the dog whisperer. Melanie is a bit reluctant, but after she meets Nick, she agrees to make the introduction since she is charmed by Nick and thinks that he and her aunt would have lots to talk about. Unfortunately, Nick is soon found dead and Melanie investigates.
I had a great time with this one. All of the familiar characters are here. Melanie's hectic household is one in which I'd love to live. The mystery is intriguing enough to keep the reader guessing. This is a fun little cozy that you are sure to enjoy.
The next book in the series, "The Bark Before Christmas" is the one which will begin my holiday reading for 2017.
Melanie's ex-husband convinces her to introduce his new friend, Nick, to her dog obsessed Aunt Peg. Nick has a reputation for understanding dogs so well that he seems to know what they think and feel; in fact, people call him the dog whisperer. Melanie is a bit reluctant, but after she meets Nick, she agrees to make the introduction since she is charmed by Nick and thinks that he and her aunt would have lots to talk about. Unfortunately, Nick is soon found dead and Melanie investigates.
I had a great time with this one. All of the familiar characters are here. Melanie's hectic household is one in which I'd love to live. The mystery is intriguing enough to keep the reader guessing. This is a fun little cozy that you are sure to enjoy.
The next book in the series, "The Bark Before Christmas" is the one which will begin my holiday reading for 2017.
October 2, 2017
I haven’t read a Melanie Travis mystery in years and I was so happy to be back with her however I have to say this one was a little dumb. The killer and their motive was just too silly. also all the side characters that Melanie interacted with were just plain rude and I got tired of Melanie not standing up for her self or saying something back to these ridiculously mean people. But I feel in love with this series back as a young teenager so they hold sway in my heart and I will continue to read them as long as the author writes them
March 14, 2024
In this story , Melanie is looking into the death of a dog trainer. She is also contending with a find that Bob, her ex, discovered in his house. The book was an easy read.
May 21, 2018
If you read any of my views before, you’ll know that they can be quite lengthy, but they do not contain a high school book report. They are observations and feelings and maybe even a little advice.
Page 1. “I grew up Catholic. So I was raised to believe in things I can’t see.” Oh, yes. I too am a believer in the Holy Ghost and his two friends.
And the “Love me, love my dog.” mantra awarded me the love of my life.
I have always felt sorry for show dogs. They are often not kept as pets but kenneled. Augie must be so sad to not be out with the other dogs.
I saw a lot at a dog show where I was privy to go backstage. The thing I remember most is mashed up food that had formed into a torpedo shape and then was pushed down the dogs throat to meet weight requirements. Then, there is the absolutely unnecessary cutting of dogs ears into triangles and also the cutting off of tails. Needless to say, I am not a fan.
I can’t believe that Melanie’s whole family doesn’t get it. That they think it’s all OK to all lie to her and encourage her son to be dishonest. A conspiracy to keep her in the dark all because they assumed decided that it would be better for her. To not know that her son was spending time with a woman She knew nothing about. I would be so upset and… On a rampage. And I’m not even a mother!
“… he and I not only weren’t on the same page, we weren’t even in the same library.“
I met a man whose wife had divorced him. He insisted it was because there was a lull in his earning power, a.k.a. he wasn’t making enough money for her. Absolutely insisted. He actually showed me a parting letter from her which was somewhat lengthy. After reading the letter, there was no doubt that she left him because he did not listen to her during all the years of their marriage. And, still, he was clueless!
I went out with him three times. Enough.
I am a big believer in gut feelings. Instincts are derived from eons of the human experience. Ignoring them can get you into serious trouble.
It seems that the conservative religious, especially those in southern states, are not only more than close minded, they are terrible hypocrites.They love to brag, “They’re big on family values.” The problem is, when it comes down to it, it’s quite the opposite. It seems, more often than not, rather than follow Jesus‘s teachings they cherry pick The Bible to suit them or make excuses, again, to suit their own agendas. I lived in Georgia for two years and of course, this is far from true for everyone. But it’s still quite pervasive.
This is my second Laurien Berenson book and, again, it seems that it’s sooo impolite to speak of anything other than the most shallow and mundane of subjects. Heaven forbid getting to know someone on a deeper level. Luckily our star frequently, if unintentionally, trips over to the other side.
And then there’s people like Sarah Owens who tells you everything waayy too soon
“… answered the door with the baby on her hip and a smile on her face,… “. Until now, I didn’t realize how different this is from most people with children answering the door in a book. It seems like every time a woman answeres the door with a child, or two or three, she is always frazzled looking and at the end of her wits. I can certainly understand that, but gee, it’s nice to ‘see’ the baby on her hip and a smile on her face. The pleasant, present husband is a good thing to see too.
“Given no choice in the matter…“ Bulldooky! She should’ve been screaming her brains out while crossing the lawn. Cardinal rule
#1. . Never, ever let an attacker, or possible attacker, take you to a second location. Never. Fight scream. Whatever. Just don’t go.
I’m going to give up on Lauren Bernsen. What I really want is more of a dog-based mystery. Something a little more thrilling in which the dog plays a more important part. They’re out there. I just have to find them.
Page 1. “I grew up Catholic. So I was raised to believe in things I can’t see.” Oh, yes. I too am a believer in the Holy Ghost and his two friends.
And the “Love me, love my dog.” mantra awarded me the love of my life.
I have always felt sorry for show dogs. They are often not kept as pets but kenneled. Augie must be so sad to not be out with the other dogs.
I saw a lot at a dog show where I was privy to go backstage. The thing I remember most is mashed up food that had formed into a torpedo shape and then was pushed down the dogs throat to meet weight requirements. Then, there is the absolutely unnecessary cutting of dogs ears into triangles and also the cutting off of tails. Needless to say, I am not a fan.
I can’t believe that Melanie’s whole family doesn’t get it. That they think it’s all OK to all lie to her and encourage her son to be dishonest. A conspiracy to keep her in the dark all because they assumed decided that it would be better for her. To not know that her son was spending time with a woman She knew nothing about. I would be so upset and… On a rampage. And I’m not even a mother!
“… he and I not only weren’t on the same page, we weren’t even in the same library.“
I met a man whose wife had divorced him. He insisted it was because there was a lull in his earning power, a.k.a. he wasn’t making enough money for her. Absolutely insisted. He actually showed me a parting letter from her which was somewhat lengthy. After reading the letter, there was no doubt that she left him because he did not listen to her during all the years of their marriage. And, still, he was clueless!
I went out with him three times. Enough.
I am a big believer in gut feelings. Instincts are derived from eons of the human experience. Ignoring them can get you into serious trouble.
It seems that the conservative religious, especially those in southern states, are not only more than close minded, they are terrible hypocrites.They love to brag, “They’re big on family values.” The problem is, when it comes down to it, it’s quite the opposite. It seems, more often than not, rather than follow Jesus‘s teachings they cherry pick The Bible to suit them or make excuses, again, to suit their own agendas. I lived in Georgia for two years and of course, this is far from true for everyone. But it’s still quite pervasive.
This is my second Laurien Berenson book and, again, it seems that it’s sooo impolite to speak of anything other than the most shallow and mundane of subjects. Heaven forbid getting to know someone on a deeper level. Luckily our star frequently, if unintentionally, trips over to the other side.
And then there’s people like Sarah Owens who tells you everything waayy too soon
“… answered the door with the baby on her hip and a smile on her face,… “. Until now, I didn’t realize how different this is from most people with children answering the door in a book. It seems like every time a woman answeres the door with a child, or two or three, she is always frazzled looking and at the end of her wits. I can certainly understand that, but gee, it’s nice to ‘see’ the baby on her hip and a smile on her face. The pleasant, present husband is a good thing to see too.
“Given no choice in the matter…“ Bulldooky! She should’ve been screaming her brains out while crossing the lawn. Cardinal rule
#1. . Never, ever let an attacker, or possible attacker, take you to a second location. Never. Fight scream. Whatever. Just don’t go.
I’m going to give up on Lauren Bernsen. What I really want is more of a dog-based mystery. Something a little more thrilling in which the dog plays a more important part. They’re out there. I just have to find them.
October 7, 2015
I received an ARC of Laurien Berenson’s Death of a Dog Whisperer as a bonus to a giveaway winning book, from the publisher.
Death of a Dog Whisperer is the 17th novel in the Melanie Travis series by Laurien Berenson. It follows a dog lover who has a knack for solving canine related mysteries. In this installment Travis is on the hunt to uncover the truth regarding the death of a dog whisperer by the name of Nick Walden, a man she was introduced to by her ex-husband Bob.
I admit that I was reluctant to read this because I try to stay away from books with animals in them. The reason for this is because I am a sap and they normally break my heart. Lame, I know but that’s me. I decided to go ahead and read it because it is considered a cozy mystery, a genre that is known to be light and easy. I have not read any of the previous books in the series and although it did make reference to past cases for the most part Death of a Dog Whisperer could be considered a stand-alone. The pace of the writing moved along well making it a quick read. It was nice to read about a crime solving woman who is actually smart and has a head on her shoulders, instead of an air head who gets herself into the same situations time and time again. Example: Stephanie Plum. Judging from what the reader learns of Melanie Travis’s past, it is clear that her live has progressed and changed over the many years this series spans. I believe this is wise on the author’s part, otherwise it would become stale. The mystery storyline itself kept me interested however it wasn’t as exciting and action packed as I had hoped, which leaves me undecided if I will go back to read more of the series.
I would recommend Death of a Dog Whisperer to cozy mystery and dog lovers alike.
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Death of a Dog Whisperer is the 17th novel in the Melanie Travis series by Laurien Berenson. It follows a dog lover who has a knack for solving canine related mysteries. In this installment Travis is on the hunt to uncover the truth regarding the death of a dog whisperer by the name of Nick Walden, a man she was introduced to by her ex-husband Bob.
I admit that I was reluctant to read this because I try to stay away from books with animals in them. The reason for this is because I am a sap and they normally break my heart. Lame, I know but that’s me. I decided to go ahead and read it because it is considered a cozy mystery, a genre that is known to be light and easy. I have not read any of the previous books in the series and although it did make reference to past cases for the most part Death of a Dog Whisperer could be considered a stand-alone. The pace of the writing moved along well making it a quick read. It was nice to read about a crime solving woman who is actually smart and has a head on her shoulders, instead of an air head who gets herself into the same situations time and time again. Example: Stephanie Plum. Judging from what the reader learns of Melanie Travis’s past, it is clear that her live has progressed and changed over the many years this series spans. I believe this is wise on the author’s part, otherwise it would become stale. The mystery storyline itself kept me interested however it wasn’t as exciting and action packed as I had hoped, which leaves me undecided if I will go back to read more of the series.
I would recommend Death of a Dog Whisperer to cozy mystery and dog lovers alike.
To see more of my reviews, check out my blog:
http://mlsmanyreads.blogspot.ca/
July 4, 2015
My 8-year old daughter, who loves dogs and mysteries, bought me this for my birthday. It was a quick read and mildly entertaining, but I won't be reading any more in the series. I thought the main character was inconsistent. For example, one chapter after stating that she doesn't feel the need to engage in subterfuge when questioning the murdered man's clients, she does exactly that. She also needlessly puts herself in danger and I found her behavior during the "fight" with her husband annoying.
May 7, 2015
Guess I should have started at the beginning but I was rushing through the library, grabbed this one off the new book shelf and didn't realize it was part of a series until I got it home. I tried it anyway but was so confused by who was related to whom and who lived in what house. Not to mention an entire chapter about dog shows and points and Poodle (excuse me, Standard Poodle) grooming. Ugh. I thought this was a mystery! Not engaging writing at all. I gave up after eight chapters.
July 27, 2015
I picked up the book because of the cute cover. I did not read the other books in the series, but I wasn't particularly impressed with this one. There were several typos or grammatical errors, and I found the main character a bit annoying. I did not find her detective skills annoying, but more her personality. It was an okay book to pass the time. I probably will not read another one of these author's books.
September 15, 2014
Best book of the series... I love Laurien Berenson style of writing. These books make you feel like your speaking to a good friend. I've followed this series for years, grieved when the author took a break from writing the books. I do find something special in this book, it challenged me, and got my addicted.
September 4, 2014
Best yet
I have loved every Melanie Travis novel thus far. But this one was the best yet. a dose of reality thrown in for good measure. Poor Tar , he's such an idiot. my only reservation is why is a walking, talking toddler not potty trained
I have loved every Melanie Travis novel thus far. But this one was the best yet. a dose of reality thrown in for good measure. Poor Tar , he's such an idiot. my only reservation is why is a walking, talking toddler not potty trained
October 23, 2014
Finally a Dog mystery that I Like. The cover pictures fool you though, because this Lady has OOdles of Poodles.
July 22, 2015
As always Laurien Berenson has given us a really great mystery.
February 22, 2019
Melanie Travis lives with her husband and two
sons. They are a dog family with six Standard
Poodles named Faith, Eve, Casey, Tar, Raven
and puppy, Augie.
Her Aunt Margaret Turnbull is a long time breeder
of Standard Poodles. She has several Standard
Poodles.
Melanie’s ex-husband Bob ( he owns a chocolate
point Siamese cat) introduces Melanie and Aunt
Margaret to Nick Walden. Nick owns a Rottweiler
mix, Thor and a little terrier, Jojo. Nick is known
as the “Dog Whisperer”.
Aunt Margaret and Nick hit it off right away. She
is going to help Nick become known in the Dog
community.
Then Nick is found dead. Who and why would
anyone want to murder the “Dog Whisperer” as
he was so well liked?
Nick sister, Clair is introduced to Melanie by her
ex-husband. They want Melanie to help discover
who murdered Nick.
A fast pace, well plotted murder mystery with
well defined, colorful, interesting characters to
keep the reader’s attention from the first word to
the last.
This is book # 17 in the Melanie Travis series.
It can be read as a stand alone as the author
mixes the past with the present effortlessly.
sons. They are a dog family with six Standard
Poodles named Faith, Eve, Casey, Tar, Raven
and puppy, Augie.
Her Aunt Margaret Turnbull is a long time breeder
of Standard Poodles. She has several Standard
Poodles.
Melanie’s ex-husband Bob ( he owns a chocolate
point Siamese cat) introduces Melanie and Aunt
Margaret to Nick Walden. Nick owns a Rottweiler
mix, Thor and a little terrier, Jojo. Nick is known
as the “Dog Whisperer”.
Aunt Margaret and Nick hit it off right away. She
is going to help Nick become known in the Dog
community.
Then Nick is found dead. Who and why would
anyone want to murder the “Dog Whisperer” as
he was so well liked?
Nick sister, Clair is introduced to Melanie by her
ex-husband. They want Melanie to help discover
who murdered Nick.
A fast pace, well plotted murder mystery with
well defined, colorful, interesting characters to
keep the reader’s attention from the first word to
the last.
This is book # 17 in the Melanie Travis series.
It can be read as a stand alone as the author
mixes the past with the present effortlessly.
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