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Poppy McVie #6
Operation Dolphin Spirit
A dark plot in exotic Bimini… …wild dolphins used for unthinkable ends. Feisty agent Poppy McVie is willing to risk it all to stop it. When Poppy is sent with her handsome partner Dalton to evaluate why a pod of dolphins in Bimini is behaving strangely, an easy assignment of sun, beaches, and trade winds quickly turns ugly when nothing is as it seems. When she’s told to stand down she suspects the worst, and embarks on a high-stakes operation of her own to get to the bottom of things. Poppy discovers the truth about the sea creatures and finds herself facing a formidable adversary. Left alone, she has only one chance to stop a clandestine scheme that could change the world order. Can she pull it off with no plan and no backup, or will this mission be her last? Fans of Nevada Barr and animal lovers of all kinds will delight at Poppy’s high seas adventure. Find out why readers call her “My hero!” and “Irresistible!" Don’t wait - click the BUY button now!
246 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 28, 2018
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About the author
Kimberli A. Bindschatel
39 books150 followersKimberli A. Bindschatel is a thrill seeker, travel adventurer, passionate animal lover, wildlife photographer and award-winning author of the Amazon Best-selling Poppy McVie Mystery series.
When she’s not busting bad guys with her pen, she’s out in the wilderness getting an adrenaline fix. She has rappelled down a waterfall in Costa Rica, rafted the Grand Canyon, faced down an Alaskan grizzly bear at ten feet (camera in hand), snorkeled with stingrays, and white-water kayaked a Norwegian river. She’s always ready for an adventure.
She lives in northern Michigan where she loves to hike in the woods with her rescue dog, Josee, share a bottle of wine with good friends, or sail Lake Michigan with her husband on their boat, Priorities. (You gotta have your priorities!)
Kimberli also co-writes the Charity Styles Caribbean Thriller series with Best-selling author, Wayne Stinnett.
She loves sharing her passion for adventure and wildlife with her readers and happily gives away some of her award-winning wildlife photos. Sign up for her newsletter at www.kimberlibindschatel.com and get a free photograph for your desktop.
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When she’s not busting bad guys with her pen, she’s out in the wilderness getting an adrenaline fix. She has rappelled down a waterfall in Costa Rica, rafted the Grand Canyon, faced down an Alaskan grizzly bear at ten feet (camera in hand), snorkeled with stingrays, and white-water kayaked a Norwegian river. She’s always ready for an adventure.
She lives in northern Michigan where she loves to hike in the woods with her rescue dog, Josee, share a bottle of wine with good friends, or sail Lake Michigan with her husband on their boat, Priorities. (You gotta have your priorities!)
Kimberli also co-writes the Charity Styles Caribbean Thriller series with Best-selling author, Wayne Stinnett.
She loves sharing her passion for adventure and wildlife with her readers and happily gives away some of her award-winning wildlife photos. Sign up for her newsletter at www.kimberlibindschatel.com and get a free photograph for your desktop.
Follow me on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Kimberl...
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January 2, 2019
Thrilling adventure
Poppy is at her best and worst when she is protecting animals. Her trip to Bikini is different than her countless previous assignments in that there is no Intel, boo background information and no target. She was simply sent along with a team to observe and report. That in itself was a mystery, but when Uncle Sam speaks, those in government employment listen. So, a trip to paradise to watch dolphins it is. Like a magnet attracts metal, trouble is never far from Poppy.
Kimberli Bindschatel uses facts, research, personal experiences and her wonderful writing style to draw the reader into the scenes. I was swept off to Bimini to check on the dolphins and chase bad guys right along with her. Luckily I didn't get a sunburn.
Poppy is at her best and worst when she is protecting animals. Her trip to Bikini is different than her countless previous assignments in that there is no Intel, boo background information and no target. She was simply sent along with a team to observe and report. That in itself was a mystery, but when Uncle Sam speaks, those in government employment listen. So, a trip to paradise to watch dolphins it is. Like a magnet attracts metal, trouble is never far from Poppy.
Kimberli Bindschatel uses facts, research, personal experiences and her wonderful writing style to draw the reader into the scenes. I was swept off to Bimini to check on the dolphins and chase bad guys right along with her. Luckily I didn't get a sunburn.
February 24, 2020
Jesse McDermitt Cross over.
I enjoyed the McDermitt book, and also enjoyed this book 18 months on.
Though I must admit that the McDermitt series is on it 4th or 5th Cross over with the Charity series as well. That's 8 or so books with the same story... In TV its a 1hr investment of your favourite characters sharing the same screen.
It's 20+ hours in books... It's less reasonable, l hope not to see another spilt account... Do it in one book, split between both groups, or just one account.
I enjoyed the McDermitt book, and also enjoyed this book 18 months on.
Though I must admit that the McDermitt series is on it 4th or 5th Cross over with the Charity series as well. That's 8 or so books with the same story... In TV its a 1hr investment of your favourite characters sharing the same screen.
It's 20+ hours in books... It's less reasonable, l hope not to see another spilt account... Do it in one book, split between both groups, or just one account.
February 28, 2021
Poppy McVie is undercover in Bimini posing as a marine mammal research intern when she arrives and immediately has to participate in rescuing a dolphin beached and in danger of dying. Dalton is there acting as a diving coach for tourists who want to swim with dolphins. Together they are investigating a pod of dolphins who are acting strangely. While doing this Poppy meets Dalton's ex-wife when she didn't even know he had been married. When they discover the truth about the dolphin's behavior things get nasty and Poppy has to take charge.
March 2, 2019
Enjoyed this book and pleased the author shows how difficult a relationship can be if each in it is an independent thinker and not shy to admit their true thoughts and opinions. I like the addition of the three seals and Allison. Always enjoy the relationship between Poppy and Chris. It's amuzing how Chris ends up getting involved, adding humor to combat how cruel individuals are to animals. Looking forward to the next book. Keep them coming.
February 26, 2019
Excellent story! Poppy is a sassy, strong-willed Agent with the Fish & Wildlife, and she and her partner, Dalton, are sent on a mission to investigate wrongdoing that is related to dolphins. That is all they are told, but the bright side is that the location is in Bimini! Exciting and nail biting adventure is in store for you!
February 2, 2020
The ending to this book was not like anything I could imagine. It gave me some new information about Dolphins to digest. I some enjoy the interactions of these agents as they work their cases. They are sent to check on Dolphins but have no idea what they are looking for as usual. Please read this book and enjoy it as much as I did.
December 29, 2018
Can never say enough good stuff
Read it and enjoy! The real-world utilization of dolphins as soldiers is rarely discussed. It is always lovely to read about the exploitation of marine creatures as well as terrestrial ones. Loved the continued storyline as well.
Read it and enjoy! The real-world utilization of dolphins as soldiers is rarely discussed. It is always lovely to read about the exploitation of marine creatures as well as terrestrial ones. Loved the continued storyline as well.
January 4, 2019
I love Poppy's Adventures
Sent out on a mission to look into the dolphins, her discovery is a bit disconcerting. Her desire to help the dolphins may cost her job, her love and maybe her life if she isn't careful.
Sent out on a mission to look into the dolphins, her discovery is a bit disconcerting. Her desire to help the dolphins may cost her job, her love and maybe her life if she isn't careful.
February 14, 2019
A Great Collaboration
I read this book because of its tie in to Wayne Stinnett’s Rising Charity. This was a great decision on my part, and now I have to go back and read all of Poppy’s earlier books. What a way to get hooked on yet another Indy Writer.
I read this book because of its tie in to Wayne Stinnett’s Rising Charity. This was a great decision on my part, and now I have to go back and read all of Poppy’s earlier books. What a way to get hooked on yet another Indy Writer.
March 3, 2019
Another great adventure for Poppy and Dalton.
Will this really be one of their last? Can they be partners on and off the field? Great information about the area and history. Also, Poppy getting in over her head yet again. A great read and lead in to the next book.
Will this really be one of their last? Can they be partners on and off the field? Great information about the area and history. Also, Poppy getting in over her head yet again. A great read and lead in to the next book.
September 12, 2020
A great book for cozy mystery lovers and animal lovers! Poppy McVie is a strong willed character with a totally devotion to save animals and stop anyone that abuses animals. Most of the time this keeps her on a peck of trouble and a hairsbreadth away from losing it all! Great book for everyone!
January 1, 2019
Adventurous series
This is a great series. Strong female lead, good mystery and a little romance mixed in. Start with book one, you will be hooked!
This is a great series. Strong female lead, good mystery and a little romance mixed in. Start with book one, you will be hooked!
January 30, 2019
Another awesome page turner
Be adventure in reading can be more enthralling than the Poppy Mcvie adventures. Get another page turning big experience with Poppy and Dalton
Be adventure in reading can be more enthralling than the Poppy Mcvie adventures. Get another page turning big experience with Poppy and Dalton
February 19, 2019
Poppy does it again
I really enjoyed this story.
Living on an island, I felt that I was there with her.
Keep them coming, Kimberli
I really enjoyed this story.
Living on an island, I felt that I was there with her.
Keep them coming, Kimberli
April 11, 2019
So fun! This is literally my favorite series. Poppy is up to the same misguided mischief as she works to help save some dolphins in the Bahamas.
June 18, 2019
Great adventure
Poppy with the help of other CIA solves a problem and learns love and sex are not congruous. Enjoyable read
Poppy with the help of other CIA solves a problem and learns love and sex are not congruous. Enjoyable read
May 4, 2020
Enjoyed. Loved that Dalton interacted with his old pals. Interested to see the change in the relationship between Dalton and Poppy under stress.
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