The Case of the Salubrious Soft Coated Wheaten

A Thousand Islands Doggy Inn Mystery #19

by B.R. Snow

It’s wedding week and big changes are in the air. And since change has never been one of Suzy’s strong points, she’s on edge and often grumpy until Josie and Chef Claire sit her down for a little chat. One of the major changes, apart from those her upcoming nuptials will create, is the fact that Chef Claire and Josie are moving down the street into a new house. Just when it appears that Suzy has dealt with her moodiness and melancholy, during the moving process, they discover the body of the ninety-two-year-old man Josie bought the house from. At first, Charlie Merrihew’s death appears accidental, but when Suzy and Chief Abrams start piecing things together, it soon becomes apparent the old man, an avid collector of antiquities and war memorabilia, was murdered. Suzy and the Chief flounder at first given the apparent lack of a motive. But when an antique, priceless dagger is discovered, along with the old man’s will, the list of suspects grows in a hurry. Charlie’s two kids, both childhood friends of Suzy, are in town for her wedding, and many others from the Merrihew clan are also in Clay Bay for a family gettogether. There’s no love lost between most of them and their contempt for Charlie was strong. As such, there is no shortage of suspects, including Suzy’s lifelong friends, a possibility that threatens to send her into another tailspin. The investigation continues as the wedding creeps closer and Suzy does everything she can to balance both without sending her mother into orbit. The Case of the Salubrious Soft Coated Wheaton is the most emotional series installment to date, and by the time readers finish, they will have been taken on a rollercoaster ride of highs and lows as Suzy and the rest of the Clay Bay gang are confronted with a stark When it comes to life, there are no dress rehearsals.

214 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 22, 2018

Reviews

[Vicki Snyder davis · Rating 5 out of 5]

As always captivating

I love these series of books each one (like this one) kept me entertained until the very last page! It's just like sitting down with good friends each time!

[Suzanne Dishno · Rating 3 out of 5]

How could you?

Why I'm the world would you kill off Suzy's husband on their honeymoon? I have loved all the other books. They have the right amount of suspense and humor. The ending of this one completely threw me and I cried at how this ended so horribly. I don't understand why the author would do this. Her new hubby wouldn't need to be heavily involved in future stories. Just send him out on more disaster recovery missions. So disappointed and sad.

[Betty Gattis · Rating 2 out of 5]

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I have enjoyed your books so much. BUT, what you did in this one has so disappointed me. Max's death was so unnecessary and ruined any enjoyment I had gotten from the story. Also, you veered from your usual story line. The Wheaten was not, in any way, involved in the plot. Did you have someone else write this one? If so, don't let them do it again!

[Kathy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read

What a sad one book 19 of this great series is I love this series but I'm not to sure I like how this ended I won't give it away but I'm kind of sad now I can't wait till book 20

[Louise Barossi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Always enjoy this series and hopefully will continue to see more although i was sitting to see max killed off don't reMember him being a klutz in previous books

I hope these stories continue tho as I do like Suzy and Josie and Claire to continue what they do

[michelle85251 · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Wedding, Finally!!

So much happiness and love. Great murder mystery and Great support between Max and Suzy. And What An Ending!! This one I'll probably re read!!

[Sue Watson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful

So glad to take the characters to this point. There was mystery, love, a touch of comedy...and a bit of sadness. Hats off to Snow!

[Linda Wilfert · Rating 4 out of 5]

What were you thinking, B.R.?

Crazy Suzie stuff as usual, even on her wedding day. Why and where the ending came from... I don't understand. I cried myself to sleep.

[barbara evans · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great book from fantastic author

I love this series. The characters are so alive you immediately bond with them. The dogs add so much to the stories. I was very surprised with the ending but am looking forward to the next book.

[Gail · Rating 5 out of 5]

Delightful

I enjoy reading the books by B.R. Snow. They are funny and relaxing to read. In this book Suzy's long awaited wedding occurs with complications both before and after.