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Dog Town #3
A Match Made in Dog Town
Pooches are her passion. Someone is out to shut down her shelter. Can she save her rescues and her home before it's too late?
Bridget Linsmore is a scruffy rebel with a soft spot for four-legged friends. Known as the matchmaker to the mutts, she rehabilitates rescues to help them find their forever home. But to secure her own perfect house, she must make her next rescue dog pageant a success despite a new mayor who wants to put the event out to pasture.
As her best friend attempts a modern makeover on Bridget and the pageant itself, a series of neighbor noise complaints throws a wrench in the trainer's plans. While she suspects the wealthy developer next door is the one barking, she finds herself drawn to his charms. When the complaints turn to deadly sabotage, Bridget has one chance to save her pageant, her home, and her precious pooches.
Laugh-out-loud tales, delightful characters, and small-town capers
Bridget Linsmore is a scruffy rebel with a soft spot for four-legged friends. Known as the matchmaker to the mutts, she rehabilitates rescues to help them find their forever home. But to secure her own perfect house, she must make her next rescue dog pageant a success despite a new mayor who wants to put the event out to pasture.
As her best friend attempts a modern makeover on Bridget and the pageant itself, a series of neighbor noise complaints throws a wrench in the trainer's plans. While she suspects the wealthy developer next door is the one barking, she finds herself drawn to his charms. When the complaints turn to deadly sabotage, Bridget has one chance to save her pageant, her home, and her precious pooches.
Laugh-out-loud tales, delightful characters, and small-town capers
240 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 20, 2018
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Sandy Rideout
52 books68 followersSandy Rideout has always been obsessed with animals and writing. She writes humorous and heartwarming mysteries for pet-lovers, including the Bought-the-Farm series (as Ellen Riggs), the Dog Town series, and the paranormal Mystic Mutts series.
Visit Ellen's website at https://ellenriggs.com to sign up for her lighthearted, pet-focused newsletter. Her dogs are highly photogenic and fancy themselves writers, as well.
Visit Ellen's website at https://ellenriggs.com to sign up for her lighthearted, pet-focused newsletter. Her dogs are highly photogenic and fancy themselves writers, as well.
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September 23, 2018
Great story for dog lover’s. A woman who rescues dogs is faced with buying and moving to a new home shortly before an important dog/human adoption event. Someone is out to destroy her reputation and her business. Great cast of characters! Fast-paced and emotional. I recommend. 😊
February 3, 2024
Quite a lot of events taking place here, but overall impression, forme, is so-so.
I liked Bridget's comittment to her dogs, but did not quite like her obsesssion with that pageant. Also her so much hiped matchmaking skills are not that obvious through out the book, other than mentioned by people in their conversations.
Also, that mayor is an ugly political figure, and despisable, but maybe on purpose ?
I decided to stop advancing to reading the rest of the series. At least for now.
I liked Bridget's comittment to her dogs, but did not quite like her obsesssion with that pageant. Also her so much hiped matchmaking skills are not that obvious through out the book, other than mentioned by people in their conversations.
Also, that mayor is an ugly political figure, and despisable, but maybe on purpose ?
I decided to stop advancing to reading the rest of the series. At least for now.
March 11, 2022
Kindle freebie series at time of download. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and not affected by the giveaway.
3.55 stars (extra .5 for Fritz)
Bridget Linsmore is fiercely devoted to dogs. People, not so much. She loves her rescue dogs and wants the best possible homes for them even if it means turning down wealthy and influential people like developer Sullivan Shaw. When Bridget's best friend Andrea MacDuff aka "Duff" insists Bridget buy a house and settle down, Bridget is reluctant to accept the idea until her landlady asks Bridget to move out by Christmas so she can rent the house to family. When Bridget learns the parents of one of her matches (she also made a human love match) are selling their home and barn, she sees big possibilities for an expanded rescue but first she has to outbid Sullivan Shaw who is eager to tear down the property the family loves so much. To win the property, Bridget needs a large loan and to pay off the loan, her annual rescue pageant has to be a bigger success than ever. She's confident she can pull it all off but she doesn't reckon with rude neighbors like Sullivan Shaw, a feisty terrier with a mind of his own and the new mayor who, although having lived in Dog Town for awhile, isn't quite on board with the whole dog theme. Bridget's friends try to stage an intervention before all is lost. Then it seems as if someone is deliberately trying to sabotage her rescue! Who would do such a thing? Can she save her home, her dogs and her heart?
I really, really liked the first half of this book. I relate a lot to Bridget and her obsession with rescuing dogs. I loved the rescue theme and the adorable dogs. I HATED seeing Bridget have to change who she is in order to win over the sleazy mayor. That made me cringe and I had to take a break from the story. The second half starts to unravel in plausibility. I have a lot of questions about Bridget's rescue. I gather she's more of a one woman informal rescue than a legit non-profit. Why doesn't she have a kennel license already? Why don't these animal professionals understand what the essence of a terrier is? Terrier=earth dog- they go to ground and dig up and flush out vermin. They can and will hunt to kill. Do not underestimate their cute little faces. A perfectly lovely, friendly Cairn Terrier can become a vicious warrior when confronted with a chipmunk in need of eradicating or an opposum in her territory. She CAN and WILL shake that baby opossum to death. That part of the plot made no sense whatsoever and was used solely for dramatic effect.
There's a big mystery to be solved that I found obvious. Then there's the romance subplot. I was a bit surprised she ended up sleeping with the guy. I didn't quite like the romance as much as the dog rescue plot. There's no reason she can't live happily ever after with Beau and Fritz and all the rest and still be fulfilled. I hate the message these books send to women. Make it a cozy mystery and not a romance. There are a few loose ends to tie up at the end. I was left wondering what happened to some of the canines and humans in the story.
I really, really like Bridget. In previous stories she seems so sweet and kind. She's friendly to Isla and Romi and lets Cori be the tough one. In fact I thought this was CORI'S rescue in the previous book. Apparently Cori is just the trainer and it's Bridget's one woman show assisted by a few close friends. I love her female friendships with the other ladies in the Mafia and how far they're willing to go to support one another and Bridget's cause. I most especially love Bridget's relationship with Beau. He's a gorgeous, lovely dog who is a good judge of character and as devoted to Bridget as she is to him. At one point in the story I was practically in tears! I absolutely hated how Bridget had to change who she is and how her rescue operates just to please the slimy mayor. That is NOT right AT ALL and if she was a legit non-profit, she may not have those problems. Bridget is fierce, she's loyal, she's loving and tough. She is not soft, she doesn't back down and she's protective of her dogs. Those things make her easily relatable and likable for a crazy dog lady like me. I would never demean myself the way she did. I couldn't.
I don't think Duff has Bridget's best interests at heart. Duff is more of a people pleaser. She walks the line between being a loyal dog rescuer and playing the political game. She doesn't seem to understand Bridget as well as a best friend should. Telling your best friend to put her best ASSets forward (top and bottom) is all kinds of wrong in this day and age. I wouldn't ever speak to her again if she did that to me. Nope. Not happening. The other ladies are better friends and will do what it takes to help Bridget, even if it means assisting with the makeover. I love Bronwyn, Bridget's mom. I don't know why they don't get along or why her mom doesn't like Dog Town but she's awesome! She fights for what she knows is right and fights for her daughter's happiness.
Besides Beau, there are a number of great dogs. My favorite is Fritz, the naughty Cairn Terrier mix. He seems unusually attracted to Sullivan Shaw but I think that's because Sullivan has good smelling garbage. Fritz is a terrier through and through. He acts like a terrier and Bridget shouldn't be held responsible for forcing him to go against his nature any more than her friends and the slimy mayor should force her to go against her nature. They're a lot alike. There's a funny incident at a wedding with two dogs that made me laugh. Bruno is an adorable Boston Terrier who surprisingly knows how to behave. Peaches, his new fur sister, on the other hand, does not. She needs Cori ASAP! I've met dogs like that. Geronimo, a bichon-corgi rescue, is also central to the plot. He's adorable and sweet. I need to know what happens to him! (Also his mom).
Sullivan Shaw is kind of enigmatic. He's a wealthy developer who tears down historic charm and replaces it with new buildings. He's also going to be building over a wetlands area. OH HECK NO! I hope Bridget knows some environmental activits too. Sullivan Shaw was turned down for a dog and now it seems he wants revenge on Bridget by thwarting her plans. Or does he? He's handsome, charming and rich. He may be playing her or he may be sincere. I don't trust him. I certainly wouldn't be dumb enough to sleep with him! Bridget let me down there. At least not until you know if he's trustworthy. Beau doesn't like him and that says enough for me. Plus, it seems like he's taken. Grace, a regular at the Dog Bones diner where Bridget works as a waitress, is one of those skinny witches. She orders a bottomless cup of hot water every day and squeezes the life out of one tea bag. Double gross! That's not how you make tea! She sweetens her tea with artifical sweetner which says a lot. I don't think she's eccentric the way Bridget does. Grace is seen at events with Sullivan and she seems like one of those clingy women who want their man rich and doting. They deserve each other. However, collecting dolls is neither eccentric nor creepy!
Bill Bradshaw, the new mayor, is not a good guy. I don't know why he was elected mayor of Dog Town. He comes from old money (purebred) and big business. He isn't interested in historic or quirky charm. He can't remember Bridget's name and even after she reminds him several times, he continues to call her by the wrong name on purpose. He seems to have the whole city under this thumb. He makes grand gestures without meaning or purpose and plays hardball with Bridget and her rescue. Bill Bradshaw is also a womanizer and is an unmitigated @$$! Another such person is Cliff Whorley, the manager of the animal cop division (CCD) of the local police. He's getting too big for his britches and doesn't understand or care to understand dogs. I smell corruption. How much you want to bet he's a crony of the mayor? City Council is getting more antsy and controlling. I don't understand how these a*holes are elected? Isn't this supposed to be a dog friendly/crazy town? Wouldn't they elect the best people to manage a place where dogs are welcomed as people? What happened?
Mike, Bridget's rep on the city council, tries to build a bridge between Bridget at the mayor. He's walking a tightrope trying to please the mayor but help Bridget at the same time. I don't envy him but I know what the right thing to do is. Does he? Does he have the courage to go against the mayor even if it means losing his job? I doubt it. He doesn't seem to have the strength of character. Dog Officer Moller is another character who falls in the gray area. The poor guy is just doing his job but when is a job just a job and when does it become personal? He should question authority.
Daniel Quinto is probably the villain. He's a loser who hooked up with a nice lady and then abused her and her dog. This storyline is left hanging and I need to know what happened to Tina. I hope she's OK and Daniel goes to jail.
I enjoyed this book for a bit of light reading and I do want to know what happened to some of the other characters I've met so far so I may skip around rather than finish the series in order. I recommend this series to dog lovers who want a bit of light, gentle reading.
Content:
female body parts on display used for humor and for a purpose
womanizing mayor
the main character sleeps with a man but the story itself is squeaky clean. Nothing at all is on page aside from kissing.
3.55 stars (extra .5 for Fritz)
Bridget Linsmore is fiercely devoted to dogs. People, not so much. She loves her rescue dogs and wants the best possible homes for them even if it means turning down wealthy and influential people like developer Sullivan Shaw. When Bridget's best friend Andrea MacDuff aka "Duff" insists Bridget buy a house and settle down, Bridget is reluctant to accept the idea until her landlady asks Bridget to move out by Christmas so she can rent the house to family. When Bridget learns the parents of one of her matches (she also made a human love match) are selling their home and barn, she sees big possibilities for an expanded rescue but first she has to outbid Sullivan Shaw who is eager to tear down the property the family loves so much. To win the property, Bridget needs a large loan and to pay off the loan, her annual rescue pageant has to be a bigger success than ever. She's confident she can pull it all off but she doesn't reckon with rude neighbors like Sullivan Shaw, a feisty terrier with a mind of his own and the new mayor who, although having lived in Dog Town for awhile, isn't quite on board with the whole dog theme. Bridget's friends try to stage an intervention before all is lost. Then it seems as if someone is deliberately trying to sabotage her rescue! Who would do such a thing? Can she save her home, her dogs and her heart?
I really, really liked the first half of this book. I relate a lot to Bridget and her obsession with rescuing dogs. I loved the rescue theme and the adorable dogs. I HATED seeing Bridget have to change who she is in order to win over the sleazy mayor. That made me cringe and I had to take a break from the story. The second half starts to unravel in plausibility. I have a lot of questions about Bridget's rescue. I gather she's more of a one woman informal rescue than a legit non-profit. Why doesn't she have a kennel license already? Why don't these animal professionals understand what the essence of a terrier is? Terrier=earth dog- they go to ground and dig up and flush out vermin. They can and will hunt to kill. Do not underestimate their cute little faces. A perfectly lovely, friendly Cairn Terrier can become a vicious warrior when confronted with a chipmunk in need of eradicating or an opposum in her territory. She CAN and WILL shake that baby opossum to death. That part of the plot made no sense whatsoever and was used solely for dramatic effect.
There's a big mystery to be solved that I found obvious. Then there's the romance subplot. I was a bit surprised she ended up sleeping with the guy. I didn't quite like the romance as much as the dog rescue plot. There's no reason she can't live happily ever after with Beau and Fritz and all the rest and still be fulfilled. I hate the message these books send to women. Make it a cozy mystery and not a romance. There are a few loose ends to tie up at the end. I was left wondering what happened to some of the canines and humans in the story.
I really, really like Bridget. In previous stories she seems so sweet and kind. She's friendly to Isla and Romi and lets Cori be the tough one. In fact I thought this was CORI'S rescue in the previous book. Apparently Cori is just the trainer and it's Bridget's one woman show assisted by a few close friends. I love her female friendships with the other ladies in the Mafia and how far they're willing to go to support one another and Bridget's cause. I most especially love Bridget's relationship with Beau. He's a gorgeous, lovely dog who is a good judge of character and as devoted to Bridget as she is to him. At one point in the story I was practically in tears! I absolutely hated how Bridget had to change who she is and how her rescue operates just to please the slimy mayor. That is NOT right AT ALL and if she was a legit non-profit, she may not have those problems. Bridget is fierce, she's loyal, she's loving and tough. She is not soft, she doesn't back down and she's protective of her dogs. Those things make her easily relatable and likable for a crazy dog lady like me. I would never demean myself the way she did. I couldn't.
I don't think Duff has Bridget's best interests at heart. Duff is more of a people pleaser. She walks the line between being a loyal dog rescuer and playing the political game. She doesn't seem to understand Bridget as well as a best friend should. Telling your best friend to put her best ASSets forward (top and bottom) is all kinds of wrong in this day and age. I wouldn't ever speak to her again if she did that to me. Nope. Not happening. The other ladies are better friends and will do what it takes to help Bridget, even if it means assisting with the makeover. I love Bronwyn, Bridget's mom. I don't know why they don't get along or why her mom doesn't like Dog Town but she's awesome! She fights for what she knows is right and fights for her daughter's happiness.
Besides Beau, there are a number of great dogs. My favorite is Fritz, the naughty Cairn Terrier mix. He seems unusually attracted to Sullivan Shaw but I think that's because Sullivan has good smelling garbage. Fritz is a terrier through and through. He acts like a terrier and Bridget shouldn't be held responsible for forcing him to go against his nature any more than her friends and the slimy mayor should force her to go against her nature. They're a lot alike. There's a funny incident at a wedding with two dogs that made me laugh. Bruno is an adorable Boston Terrier who surprisingly knows how to behave. Peaches, his new fur sister, on the other hand, does not. She needs Cori ASAP! I've met dogs like that. Geronimo, a bichon-corgi rescue, is also central to the plot. He's adorable and sweet. I need to know what happens to him! (Also his mom).
Sullivan Shaw is kind of enigmatic. He's a wealthy developer who tears down historic charm and replaces it with new buildings. He's also going to be building over a wetlands area. OH HECK NO! I hope Bridget knows some environmental activits too. Sullivan Shaw was turned down for a dog and now it seems he wants revenge on Bridget by thwarting her plans. Or does he? He's handsome, charming and rich. He may be playing her or he may be sincere. I don't trust him. I certainly wouldn't be dumb enough to sleep with him! Bridget let me down there. At least not until you know if he's trustworthy. Beau doesn't like him and that says enough for me. Plus, it seems like he's taken. Grace, a regular at the Dog Bones diner where Bridget works as a waitress, is one of those skinny witches. She orders a bottomless cup of hot water every day and squeezes the life out of one tea bag. Double gross! That's not how you make tea! She sweetens her tea with artifical sweetner which says a lot. I don't think she's eccentric the way Bridget does. Grace is seen at events with Sullivan and she seems like one of those clingy women who want their man rich and doting. They deserve each other. However, collecting dolls is neither eccentric nor creepy!
Bill Bradshaw, the new mayor, is not a good guy. I don't know why he was elected mayor of Dog Town. He comes from old money (purebred) and big business. He isn't interested in historic or quirky charm. He can't remember Bridget's name and even after she reminds him several times, he continues to call her by the wrong name on purpose. He seems to have the whole city under this thumb. He makes grand gestures without meaning or purpose and plays hardball with Bridget and her rescue. Bill Bradshaw is also a womanizer and is an unmitigated @$$! Another such person is Cliff Whorley, the manager of the animal cop division (CCD) of the local police. He's getting too big for his britches and doesn't understand or care to understand dogs. I smell corruption. How much you want to bet he's a crony of the mayor? City Council is getting more antsy and controlling. I don't understand how these a*holes are elected? Isn't this supposed to be a dog friendly/crazy town? Wouldn't they elect the best people to manage a place where dogs are welcomed as people? What happened?
Mike, Bridget's rep on the city council, tries to build a bridge between Bridget at the mayor. He's walking a tightrope trying to please the mayor but help Bridget at the same time. I don't envy him but I know what the right thing to do is. Does he? Does he have the courage to go against the mayor even if it means losing his job? I doubt it. He doesn't seem to have the strength of character. Dog Officer Moller is another character who falls in the gray area. The poor guy is just doing his job but when is a job just a job and when does it become personal? He should question authority.
Daniel Quinto is probably the villain. He's a loser who hooked up with a nice lady and then abused her and her dog. This storyline is left hanging and I need to know what happened to Tina. I hope she's OK and Daniel goes to jail.
I enjoyed this book for a bit of light reading and I do want to know what happened to some of the other characters I've met so far so I may skip around rather than finish the series in order. I recommend this series to dog lovers who want a bit of light, gentle reading.
Content:
female body parts on display used for humor and for a purpose
womanizing mayor
the main character sleeps with a man but the story itself is squeaky clean. Nothing at all is on page aside from kissing.
June 30, 2021
Ellen Riggs is co Arthour in this series. Some of the characters that are in the farm inn cozy mystery series are in these books. Like the Mafia ( a major rescue animal group with Cori in it) Brigit has been rescuing 🐕dogs for 10 years and has worked in a Resturaunt for awhile. She juggles back and forth. But is passionate about giving dogs great homes. Beau the Black Dog is Brigit permanent pup.. Her friend Duff ( Andrea) is a house seller and Diff tells Bright about a house for sale. So Bright tries to find a way to get it. But Brigit is saying to get it with the Dog Pageant that is coming up. But a guy Sullivan tried to get it making a very major amount for it. But the owners want Bridget to have it. Because Sullivan want to year it down and build other things. This is not a cozy mystery. But it is a pretty good Boo 1 in series
November 18, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised.
I gave it 3 1/2 stars. I chose this book for my Thanksgiving read, not really expecting much from it. I’m glad I did. I was concerned because I had not read any of the other books in the series, but it didn’t seem like I was missing anything. Overall I enjoyed the storyline. It had a little romance (nothing too detailed), a mystery (not a murder), and plenty of drama, all wrapped up in mostly joyful life situations. What kept me from bumping to 4 stars was just a little profanity. If you are okay with that, you will enjoy this book. I may read more of the series at some later point in time. If you are a dog lover, you will enjoy this book.
I gave it 3 1/2 stars. I chose this book for my Thanksgiving read, not really expecting much from it. I’m glad I did. I was concerned because I had not read any of the other books in the series, but it didn’t seem like I was missing anything. Overall I enjoyed the storyline. It had a little romance (nothing too detailed), a mystery (not a murder), and plenty of drama, all wrapped up in mostly joyful life situations. What kept me from bumping to 4 stars was just a little profanity. If you are okay with that, you will enjoy this book. I may read more of the series at some later point in time. If you are a dog lover, you will enjoy this book.
February 16, 2020
Bridget is Dog Town's doggy matchmaker, and takes her job very seriously. If you want to see dog obsessed, look no further than Bridget and her friends. Unfortunately, someone is out to sabotage the upcoming pageant and Bridget's reputation. Her money is on Sullivan.
Sullivan, on the other hand, has his eyes on Bridget.
The events in the books angered me and, personally, it made it difficult for me to enjoy other elements of the story. I have no time or respect for people who sabotage or harm others, especially animals, and there were definitely a few characters that bill in this story.
On the bright side, Bridget's dog Beau is amazing! The story was all the better for his presence.
Sullivan, on the other hand, has his eyes on Bridget.
The events in the books angered me and, personally, it made it difficult for me to enjoy other elements of the story. I have no time or respect for people who sabotage or harm others, especially animals, and there were definitely a few characters that bill in this story.
On the bright side, Bridget's dog Beau is amazing! The story was all the better for his presence.
September 11, 2018
I could not put down this story from Dog Town. Bridget's life was very busy - especially leading up to her annual Thanksgiving pageant. Suddenly she has to play nice on the political front since the new mayor does not seem keen on continuing many town traditions - including the pageant to match her rescue dogs with their forever person. In addition someone seems determined to sabotage her efforts to open a kennel so she can rescue more dogs. If you like dogs, romance and some suspense, you should enjoy this book.
December 30, 2018
Her dream house
A great plot that actually had a real mystery and a nice bit of sleuthing by our heroine. Great characters that actually got over really well the devotion that some people feel towards their 'furbabies'.
When she got the call that her friend had found a house she wanted her to view, she really wasn't sold on the idea but her mind become more receptive once she found a note from her landlord. Asking her if she could move out by Christmas. The property was more than she anticipated with room for her growing dog business. But a bidding war with a property developer had her stretching her limit and then giving up. Only to be told that it was hers! Now all she has to do is move, carry on her dog matching business and fit in her job as a waitress. Add in a self centred mayor, her growing attraction to the developer (unbeknownst to her also her nearest neighbour), an arson attempt, complaints about the dogs, a poisoning and someone trying to ruin her and drive her out of her new home. Will she and her group of closest friends triumph and come out victorious. With happy dogs, the man and money in the bank or will she end up moving?
A great plot that actually had a real mystery and a nice bit of sleuthing by our heroine. Great characters that actually got over really well the devotion that some people feel towards their 'furbabies'.
When she got the call that her friend had found a house she wanted her to view, she really wasn't sold on the idea but her mind become more receptive once she found a note from her landlord. Asking her if she could move out by Christmas. The property was more than she anticipated with room for her growing dog business. But a bidding war with a property developer had her stretching her limit and then giving up. Only to be told that it was hers! Now all she has to do is move, carry on her dog matching business and fit in her job as a waitress. Add in a self centred mayor, her growing attraction to the developer (unbeknownst to her also her nearest neighbour), an arson attempt, complaints about the dogs, a poisoning and someone trying to ruin her and drive her out of her new home. Will she and her group of closest friends triumph and come out victorious. With happy dogs, the man and money in the bank or will she end up moving?
June 29, 2019
Another great book in the series - I actually think I read this quite a while ago as I started to remember the story as I got into it. Nice to read it again, right after the first book in the series so it made more sense now!
Snippets from the description on Amaxzon: " Beau is the canine genius behind Bridget’s success in matching rescue dogs with new owners. The calm, elegant mutt’s instincts about people are flawless, and he’s helped make her annual Rescue Pageant an institution in Dorset Hills...There’s plenty of pressure already with the new mayor calling for a makeover of the Pageant and even Bridget herself. Yet the sabotage quickly escalates, putting Bridget’s business, home, and even her precious rescue dogs in peril."
Again, great characters and some laugh-out-loud moments. I'm ready for #3!
Snippets from the description on Amaxzon: " Beau is the canine genius behind Bridget’s success in matching rescue dogs with new owners. The calm, elegant mutt’s instincts about people are flawless, and he’s helped make her annual Rescue Pageant an institution in Dorset Hills...There’s plenty of pressure already with the new mayor calling for a makeover of the Pageant and even Bridget herself. Yet the sabotage quickly escalates, putting Bridget’s business, home, and even her precious rescue dogs in peril."
Again, great characters and some laugh-out-loud moments. I'm ready for #3!
September 15, 2018
What a great second book in the Dog Town series. The rescue brigade are an awesome group of women. I hope they all get their HEAs!
Bridget is the kind of woman I hope to be. Rescuing dogs is her passion and her life. Who cares about makeup and dog drool? Bridget is busy getting ready for her yearly fundraiser when she finds her perfect house. Too bad the evil and handsome developer wants it too. Attraction forms between her and her neighbor and unknown enemy tries to ruin her home and her livelihood. Good thing her friends are there for support and laughter and of course the dogs have their own funny antics.
Bridget is the kind of woman I hope to be. Rescuing dogs is her passion and her life. Who cares about makeup and dog drool? Bridget is busy getting ready for her yearly fundraiser when she finds her perfect house. Too bad the evil and handsome developer wants it too. Attraction forms between her and her neighbor and unknown enemy tries to ruin her home and her livelihood. Good thing her friends are there for support and laughter and of course the dogs have their own funny antics.
September 13, 2018
This is my absolute favorite of Sandy Rideour’s books. This book had me flipping the pages to see what obstacle was going to be thrown at Bridget next to overcome. She is known as the matchmaker to the dogs in Dorset Hills and sometimes she even matches humans, lol. This book is a suspenseful read that will have you trying to guess who the culprit is. Grab your copy and see if you guess right, like I did. If you’re not a fan of rescue dogs, you will be after reading this amazing book. I can’t wait to read the next book in this series.
November 16, 2025
A great happy dog book!
Dorset Hills, also known as Dog Town, is the renowned town famous for loving dogs! Brigid runs a dog rescue and works hard to find the perfect owners for each rescue she places. But not everyone is happy about her rescue apparently, as complaints are coming in concerning the noise. As she tries to figure out who is complaining, Brigid meets her new neighbor Sullivan, whom she thinks might be the culprit. A fun story with some great doggie personalities!
Dorset Hills, also known as Dog Town, is the renowned town famous for loving dogs! Brigid runs a dog rescue and works hard to find the perfect owners for each rescue she places. But not everyone is happy about her rescue apparently, as complaints are coming in concerning the noise. As she tries to figure out who is complaining, Brigid meets her new neighbor Sullivan, whom she thinks might be the culprit. A fun story with some great doggie personalities!
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August 13, 2019Bridget is known for her matchmaking, that is dogs to owners. She holds a parent that supports her business. But even though she is in Dorset Hills, also known as Dog Town, she is getting complaints from someone in the neighbourhood. Although she thinks it’s the developer next door she can’t help but be attracted to him. But things escalate and she needs to find out solutions fast or she could lose it all.
April 16, 2023
WOW!!
I liked the first book in the series, but I loved this one. Reading it felt like i was in the middle of it all. Now i am completely satisfied and eager to read either the prequel or the next in the series. Well done. Great story. Spoiler: There was never an explanation for why a certain character went into Sullivan’s house.Also, what was making her dogs howl so much?
I liked the first book in the series, but I loved this one. Reading it felt like i was in the middle of it all. Now i am completely satisfied and eager to read either the prequel or the next in the series. Well done. Great story. Spoiler: There was never an explanation for why a certain character went into Sullivan’s house.Also, what was making her dogs howl so much?
December 5, 2025
Worth the time for fun
Good story. Characters are believable; I feel I know them. The plot caught my interest and I found it hard to put down. No overly vivid violence, no graphic sex, no foul language (thank you). The side story of over- development of Dog Town hits a nerve as I watch it happen near my home. The writing technique is clean and the editing was perfect. Highly recommended. I did not guess the plot ending until almost the very end. Clean and enjoyable.
Good story. Characters are believable; I feel I know them. The plot caught my interest and I found it hard to put down. No overly vivid violence, no graphic sex, no foul language (thank you). The side story of over- development of Dog Town hits a nerve as I watch it happen near my home. The writing technique is clean and the editing was perfect. Highly recommended. I did not guess the plot ending until almost the very end. Clean and enjoyable.
April 8, 2022
I enjoyed this one the best so far. Bridget and Sullivan were fun. There was a little more mystery and figuring out who is behind Bridget's issues. When the trouble started I figured out the culprit from the start. My biggest complaint is it is very slow moving. I read in Mischief in Dog Town - The Complete Series (Dog Town #0-9).
November 3, 2025
A Quick Read
The beginning is captivating and the end is heartwarming, but I didn’t think much of the middle. I found predictable and superficial. I’m also not crazy about Bridget. She comes off as the stereotypical crazy cat lady, but covered in dog hair instead. I doubt that I’ll read the rest of the series.
The beginning is captivating and the end is heartwarming, but I didn’t think much of the middle. I found predictable and superficial. I’m also not crazy about Bridget. She comes off as the stereotypical crazy cat lady, but covered in dog hair instead. I doubt that I’ll read the rest of the series.
December 24, 2018
Another delightful romance cozy mystery!
Beautifully written story of mistakes and having second chances involving the Rescue Mafia of Dog Town. I loved it and can hardly wait to read the next one in this series!
Beautifully written story of mistakes and having second chances involving the Rescue Mafia of Dog Town. I loved it and can hardly wait to read the next one in this series!
February 28, 2019
What is better than a town that revolves around dogs!!! I really enjoyed this book and love Bridget for doing rescue. I have done it and it is a seriously hard thing to do but so rewarding. LOVE all the ladies in the Rescue Mafia!!!
April 12, 2019
Excellent fun read
I don't usually give 5 stars , but it was close! Enjoyed thoroughly! The best part was the happy ending for a change . I had quit reading most dog books because I found them depressing! This was a delight!
I don't usually give 5 stars , but it was close! Enjoyed thoroughly! The best part was the happy ending for a change . I had quit reading most dog books because I found them depressing! This was a delight!
June 29, 2024
a sweet mystery
I found this book so amusing, creative and I couldn't put the book down once I started.
The authors did it again with a great story.
Looking forward to more from this series.
I found this book so amusing, creative and I couldn't put the book down once I started.
The authors did it again with a great story.
Looking forward to more from this series.
November 7, 2025
A Match Made in Dog Town: Dog Town Cozy Romance Mysteries book 3
Love the characters of course love all the canine personalities. This is a story of passion in the dog world finding love and finding a sabatour.
Love the characters of course love all the canine personalities. This is a story of passion in the dog world finding love and finding a sabatour.
December 20, 2025
Lively romantic dog mystery
The romance was easy to spot, with a few twists. The plot was simple and easy to follow. There really wasn't a reason to hurt the dog, thus the 4 stars instead of 5.
The romance was easy to spot, with a few twists. The plot was simple and easy to follow. There really wasn't a reason to hurt the dog, thus the 4 stars instead of 5.
September 10, 2018
Politics and love does not mix!Especially not when you love dogs with a passion!
But even a dog rescuer can find love of a human type............
But even a dog rescuer can find love of a human type............
November 11, 2018
Am in love with this lovely story about Dog town.
Can’t wait to read the next story about this sweet town. Darling characters and pooches and story lines. Wonderful reading.....
Can’t wait to read the next story about this sweet town. Darling characters and pooches and story lines. Wonderful reading.....
December 27, 2018
A Match Made in Dog Town review
A Match Made in Dog Town is the first sweet romantic book in this series written by author Sandy Rideout.
A Match Made in Dog Town is the first sweet romantic book in this series written by author Sandy Rideout.
March 23, 2021
Excellent book for dog lovers
Really enjoyed ready about Bridget ,Beau and the Mafia look forward to more Dog Town books Sandy is a greatauthor
Really enjoyed ready about Bridget ,Beau and the Mafia look forward to more Dog Town books Sandy is a greatauthor
March 27, 2023
Great story
This is a great Dog Town story. You have to love dogs to enjoy this series, or at least like them. The human characters are also pretty great.
This is a great Dog Town story. You have to love dogs to enjoy this series, or at least like them. The human characters are also pretty great.
August 7, 2023
great read
I really like these books. They make laugh, they make sad at times. The characters are really great. I’ll be on to the next one soon.
I really like these books. They make laugh, they make sad at times. The characters are really great. I’ll be on to the next one soon.
March 23, 2024
Interesting way that the characters weave in and out.
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