Hoofprints

Gail McCarthy Mystery #2

by Laura Crum

Gail McCarthy is a horse vet with a hectic schedule, not to mention a new boyfriend and a horse of her own. Her life is more than a little disrupted when she finds two dead bodies in the course of a routine call to a reined cowhorse barn. When a midnight emergency turns into an attempt on her life, Gail realizes that she must discover the killer--before she becomes the next victim.

Genres: Mystery, Contemporary, Horses, Cozy Mystery

ebook

First published October 15, 1996

About the author

Laura Crum has spent over twenty years training and showing western cowhorses, and her mystery series, featuring equine veterinarian Gail McCarthy, reflects her knowledge and love of horses. The twelve book series is available both in print and as ebooks. Laura still owns horses and rides regularly. She lives in the hills near California's Monterey Bay with her husband and son and a large menagerie of horses, dogs, cats and chickens. She be emailed and visited at lauracrum.com and blogs at equestrianink blogspot.

Reviews

[LJ · Rating 3 out of 5]

HOOFPRINTS - G+
Crum, Laura - 2nd in Gail McCarthy series

Product Description
Veterinarian Gail McCarthy finds herself at the hands of a murderer after she stumbles upon the bullet-ridden bodies of two of her wealthiest human clients, Ed and Cindy Whitney, and discovers some disturbing secrets about the dead couple's fast-paced life.

Crum is a Dick Francis fan. It was an enjoyable read.

[Susan Miller · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very entertaining, well written read. The plot was well thought out and the characters well proportioned in the story. All of the horse pieces were accurate and enjoyable as sometimes writers take liberties within the equine world. But this all flowed well.

Anyone that has horses and has used bute has had the thought about how much that white powder resembles something else entirely. The shooter had me guessing until the end.

[JoAnn Plant · Rating 5 out of 5]

Seems that friends of Gail were murdered by other friends. This time, she goes to a house to check a horse only to find the owners dead; later, when showing the horse, she finds the culprit. Wow! Too bad we don't know whether or not the girlfriend was involved

[Jean · Rating 4 out of 5]

Entertaining and horse info is actually accurate (for the most part).

[Phair · Rating 4 out of 5]

Began reading this while waiting in jury duty and it sucked me right out of the holding pen, I mean 'juror's lounge'. Good writing, good characters & setting, action well-paced & you learn a lot about horses & competitive reigning & cutting. Definitely a similar feel to the early Dick Francis books but a little more toward the cozy side. I liked the feel of the California coast community setting and definitely want to read more of veterinarian Gail McCarthy's adventures.

[Julie · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was an easy and enjoyable read. Along with mystery there was interesting information about horses. I didn't guess the ending. It kept me reading and the characters were likable. It is one of those books that relaxes and soothes after a hectic day. Thank you Laura Crum for a relaxing and fun read.

[Kathy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Apparently one of a series wherein a lady equine vet solves mysteries. It's a fast-paced murder-mystery with fairly well-developed characters and plot. A few twists to keep it interesting and keep the reader wondering. The kindle version could use some editing.

[Pr Latta · Rating 3 out of 5]

Second in the Gail McCarthy Mystery series. Should appeal to teens and adults who enjoy "safe" amateur detectives and horses, details of veterinarians, and an every day person as the protagonist.

[Aurora · Rating 3 out of 5]

Another fun read from Crum combining the world of horses with a dash of mystery, intrigue, and murder. Dick Francis fans, don't miss it!

[Jan · Rating 5 out of 5]

A good story, and does know her horse stuff! (coming from a horse owner) Kind of reminds me of Dick's stories but more broader since Gail is a vet. Worth the time to read!

[Laura Stewart · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good book, easy read, will read more from this author.

[Tammy Kenney · Rating 3 out of 5]

Okay read. A little slow in the beginning but I'd read more from this author.

[Casey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great mystery!

[Cindy B. · Rating 4 out of 5]

Pleasant read. No sex or graphic violence.