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Jessica Anderson K-9 Mystery #2
Stray Trouble
Predator or prey? Jessie must decide.
Called out on a night search for two missing teens, Jessie and her pack of search dogs again team up with Bitterroot County Sheriff Landon Reid on a dangerous case involving multiple missing persons, felonious assault, and, ultimately, murder.
When Reid takes a bullet following a lead from Jessie’s snooping drones, his second-in-command authorizes a manhunt to run the fugitives to ground. Despite the risk, and against her better judgment, Jessie sets her dogs to tracking down the criminals, only to find that she and the deputies with her are in lethal danger from silent killers.
Called out on a night search for two missing teens, Jessie and her pack of search dogs again team up with Bitterroot County Sheriff Landon Reid on a dangerous case involving multiple missing persons, felonious assault, and, ultimately, murder.
When Reid takes a bullet following a lead from Jessie’s snooping drones, his second-in-command authorizes a manhunt to run the fugitives to ground. Despite the risk, and against her better judgment, Jessie sets her dogs to tracking down the criminals, only to find that she and the deputies with her are in lethal danger from silent killers.
498 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 24, 2021
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D.L. Keur
23 books58 followersABOUT THE AUTHOR: An author, an artist, a musician, a web designer and more, some call her a Renaissance woman. Her friends just call her Dawn.
Publishing since the 20th Century, she usually writes under pen names, because she writes, not just cross-genre fiction, but across a broad scope of genres, including paranormal, mainstream, horror, Western family saga/romance, and science fiction. Since the turn of the Millennium, she’s chosen to independently publish five, now six, books, two as E. J. Ruek, two as C. J. “Country” James, plus a two volume science fiction epic, published under the name, Aeros.
You can find her at www.DLKeur.com.
Publishing since the 20th Century, she usually writes under pen names, because she writes, not just cross-genre fiction, but across a broad scope of genres, including paranormal, mainstream, horror, Western family saga/romance, and science fiction. Since the turn of the Millennium, she’s chosen to independently publish five, now six, books, two as E. J. Ruek, two as C. J. “Country” James, plus a two volume science fiction epic, published under the name, Aeros.
You can find her at www.DLKeur.com.
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December 7, 2021
Do not mistake this mystery for a cozy just because it has a gaggle of very endearing dogs in it. It's about the continued growth and healing of Jessie, my Jessie (what her granddad calls her). Jessica Anderson knows she's broken by the tragic death of her partner when she served in law enforcement. She blames herself, of course. Who wouldn't?
That's just a bit of background to let the reader in on Jessie's healing by being competent and intelligent. Somewhat at odds with Sherriff Landon since he's tough on her. He sees she is in pain but doesn't know how to react to her PTSD. He even feels a bit competitive with her, while recognizing her (and her dogs) value in searching for both victims and criminals with her dogs and drones.
When it comes down to whether or not you'll like this book, it will depend on your own heart. Can you feel Jessie's pain, do you see that her pack of wonder mutts are her therapy, can you figure out just what the heck is wrong with Landon that he doesn't appreciate her skills because of his own biases?
The mystery in the book is well-thought-out and can keep you guessing (the pleasure of reading a mystery is in figuring out whodunit). While the books are self-contained, you'll be a bit ahead of the game by reading book 1 first. But go ahead with book 2 first to get a taste for Keur's characters and her knowledge of how S.A.R. dogs are trained and just how damned smart they are. Wonder pups, indeed.
That's just a bit of background to let the reader in on Jessie's healing by being competent and intelligent. Somewhat at odds with Sherriff Landon since he's tough on her. He sees she is in pain but doesn't know how to react to her PTSD. He even feels a bit competitive with her, while recognizing her (and her dogs) value in searching for both victims and criminals with her dogs and drones.
When it comes down to whether or not you'll like this book, it will depend on your own heart. Can you feel Jessie's pain, do you see that her pack of wonder mutts are her therapy, can you figure out just what the heck is wrong with Landon that he doesn't appreciate her skills because of his own biases?
The mystery in the book is well-thought-out and can keep you guessing (the pleasure of reading a mystery is in figuring out whodunit). While the books are self-contained, you'll be a bit ahead of the game by reading book 1 first. But go ahead with book 2 first to get a taste for Keur's characters and her knowledge of how S.A.R. dogs are trained and just how damned smart they are. Wonder pups, indeed.
June 7, 2022
A definite good addition the the first book! Though I liked the first book better, this was worth the read! Finding out new information of the past to help tell the story, it kept you reading. Intense story! Can't wait for the next one!
December 8, 2021
Stray Trouble actually is a huge relief from much of the current mystery literature. Keur tells a great story that does not involve any abuse of women or gory details about the bad things that happen. And bad things do happen.
Jessica and her dogs are called in when there is a report of two missing teens (one of them eventually presumed drowned). An officer is shot when responding to the scene. It seems the teens tried to kill their step-mother. And this is just the beginning.
These events raise a moral and practical dilemma for Jessica. She has trained her dogs for search & rescue SAR), and trained them well. She and her dogs really are good at finding and rescuing people. But sometimes those being sought for rescue do not want to be found and will resist violently. Moreover, others recognize how valuable her dogs' skills could be when someone needs to be found and apprehended. Jessica comes under pressure to train her dogs to be part of manhunts, to which she is morally opposed. She understands that her dogs could be hurt, even killed when they are working, but her goal always is to help people. She certainly does not want to put her dogs in situations where they can be expected to to be hurt, even killed. She does not want a dog to die to save her own life. Throughout the novel Jessica wrestles with this.
Without giving away the story-line, I can tell you that Keur writes real characters. You care about these people. You love the dogs. There is much of family in this story--the good, bad and the ugly. There are some real heart-thumping moments in the novel. I mean, you really do have to put aside your grading because you can't put down the book.
Enjoy!
Jessica and her dogs are called in when there is a report of two missing teens (one of them eventually presumed drowned). An officer is shot when responding to the scene. It seems the teens tried to kill their step-mother. And this is just the beginning.
These events raise a moral and practical dilemma for Jessica. She has trained her dogs for search & rescue SAR), and trained them well. She and her dogs really are good at finding and rescuing people. But sometimes those being sought for rescue do not want to be found and will resist violently. Moreover, others recognize how valuable her dogs' skills could be when someone needs to be found and apprehended. Jessica comes under pressure to train her dogs to be part of manhunts, to which she is morally opposed. She understands that her dogs could be hurt, even killed when they are working, but her goal always is to help people. She certainly does not want to put her dogs in situations where they can be expected to to be hurt, even killed. She does not want a dog to die to save her own life. Throughout the novel Jessica wrestles with this.
Without giving away the story-line, I can tell you that Keur writes real characters. You care about these people. You love the dogs. There is much of family in this story--the good, bad and the ugly. There are some real heart-thumping moments in the novel. I mean, you really do have to put aside your grading because you can't put down the book.
Enjoy!
December 5, 2021
Awesome read! It's so rich with all sorts of stories within the mystery itself that are entertaining and enriching like the visits to the Vet clinic. There is riveting, tense action as well and moving scenes that touched me deeply. I love the dialog with the various characters and the scenery there in Idaho. I enjoyed seeing more of the history and inner workings of the characters and especially Jessie as she moves along in life. This is a great series so far and I'm eager for more.
January 26, 2022
A great second installment to the Jessica Anderson K-9 mystery series. It kept me intrigued and solidly into the story throughout the entire book. The author gave us some more information about both Jessica's past and Landon's past, which helps explain several things, while presenting the mystery for this book in an engaging style. There were also numerous hints laid down regarding coming storylines in future books which this avid reader hopes aren't too far away. Excellent read! Intriguing Mystery! Complex Characters! LOVED IT!!
January 11, 2022
Wonderful dogs in a wonderful story
I have read both books in this series and hope you write many, many more. Each dog is so well described. I wish i could have a pack like Jessica's. Anyone who loves dogs would read your books.
I have read both books in this series and hope you write many, many more. Each dog is so well described. I wish i could have a pack like Jessica's. Anyone who loves dogs would read your books.
January 17, 2022
Absolutely heart pounding read. Eagerly waiting for the next in the series.
Love the interaction between Jesse and her dogs. Original story line and superb action. Waiting for more books from this author and these characters.
Love the interaction between Jesse and her dogs. Original story line and superb action. Waiting for more books from this author and these characters.
December 3, 2021
Intense
Read this in one day…the relationship between the characters, 2 and 4-legged is awesomely portrayed. Jessica Anderson is an amazing heroine!
Read this in one day…the relationship between the characters, 2 and 4-legged is awesomely portrayed. Jessica Anderson is an amazing heroine!
December 5, 2021
This is why I don't write reviews.
I'm enjoying the series! I resent I'm required to write a certain number of words. And a bloody headline. Damn.
I'm enjoying the series! I resent I'm required to write a certain number of words. And a bloody headline. Damn.
December 9, 2021
Another amazing book
This ended in a cliffhanger, but a positive one, not the kind that drives me absolutely nuts. amazing character development.
This ended in a cliffhanger, but a positive one, not the kind that drives me absolutely nuts. amazing character development.
December 9, 2021
Great book
I loved the characters and the story. I love dogs. I can't wait for the next one to come out.
I loved the characters and the story. I love dogs. I can't wait for the next one to come out.
January 8, 2022
Another really great read
So enjoying this series. Loving the character development and of course the dogs. Really looking forward to the next book as I want to know what happens next.
So enjoying this series. Loving the character development and of course the dogs. Really looking forward to the next book as I want to know what happens next.
March 21, 2022
Stray Trouble by D.L. Keur
Thoroughly enjoyed!! Can't wait to read the next book!! Love the evolution of Jessie and pack. Great K9 mystery ever.
Thoroughly enjoyed!! Can't wait to read the next book!! Love the evolution of Jessie and pack. Great K9 mystery ever.
June 12, 2024
Very violent but good.
December 8, 2021
worth the read
I really like Jessica, she’s smart, determined and loves dogs. I’m looking forward to the next book(s) to follow her and her mutts.
I really like Jessica, she’s smart, determined and loves dogs. I’m looking forward to the next book(s) to follow her and her mutts.
June 7, 2022
K 9
This series kept me on the edge from the very beginning until the end. I can not wait until number 3 is released.
This series kept me on the edge from the very beginning until the end. I can not wait until number 3 is released.
July 15, 2022
Great series, riveting
Well rounded characters, great story line, must start with book #1 and you will keep reading!
Jess has had a hard time forgetting the pain of losing fellow cops on her last job. She trains SAR dogs now, but is learning to work with tracking police and military dogs. A search for deadly teens resulting is several deaths and severe injuries to law enforcement and civilians, yields a new understanding for Jess. On to #3!
Well rounded characters, great story line, must start with book #1 and you will keep reading!
Jess has had a hard time forgetting the pain of losing fellow cops on her last job. She trains SAR dogs now, but is learning to work with tracking police and military dogs. A search for deadly teens resulting is several deaths and severe injuries to law enforcement and civilians, yields a new understanding for Jess. On to #3!
December 22, 2021
Read it.
Once again an awesome read. Dogs rock. Characters deep. Can't wait to read more about Jessie and her wonder dogs.
Once again an awesome read. Dogs rock. Characters deep. Can't wait to read more about Jessie and her wonder dogs.
January 1, 2022
Good Dog
Loved the book hate the chic hanger. If someone takes the time to read your book , it is not fair to do that to them. Bad dog.
Loved the book hate the chic hanger. If someone takes the time to read your book , it is not fair to do that to them. Bad dog.
June 4, 2022
Great!
Wow, I love this book so much! There is something special about the way it is written. It pulls me right into the story. The characters, both human and animal, are so well written and so enjoyable, and I learn things. The suspense and action are very entertaining. There is depth to the characters and the story. I will be reading the next ones in the series.
Wow, I love this book so much! There is something special about the way it is written. It pulls me right into the story. The characters, both human and animal, are so well written and so enjoyable, and I learn things. The suspense and action are very entertaining. There is depth to the characters and the story. I will be reading the next ones in the series.
July 30, 2022
Part two of the Jessica Anderson series. Such a great K-9 series. Wish there would be more of adventures of Jessie and her dogs. Great suspense. I have one to read and will put off reading for awhile. On a mini vacation and it has been raining all day. A great book to finish the day out will. If you like K-9 mysteries check out this series by D.L. Keur it won't be a disappointment, such an enjoyable trio of suspense.
September 24, 2022
Fascinating!!
I've read book 1 and book 2 now, they are absolutely spellbinding! Written with attention to detail and fascinating with their twists and turns. I was unable to put them down, yet saddened when I finished them. I hope she continues this series.
I've read book 1 and book 2 now, they are absolutely spellbinding! Written with attention to detail and fascinating with their twists and turns. I was unable to put them down, yet saddened when I finished them. I hope she continues this series.
December 11, 2021
Dramatic Much ?!?!?
Really enjoyed this story and can’t wait for the next one. What a way to end the book!!! Have no idea what that man gifted her with. I’m hooked on this series !!!
Really enjoyed this story and can’t wait for the next one. What a way to end the book!!! Have no idea what that man gifted her with. I’m hooked on this series !!!
December 25, 2021
Enjoyed story...but I hate cliff hangers...just really??
May 16, 2022
Stray Trouble
Great book. Jessica is an awesome dog trainer. Loved the family energy and the law enforcement working together. The dogs are the true heroes and Jessica is their true member of the pack. Very good story.
Great book. Jessica is an awesome dog trainer. Loved the family energy and the law enforcement working together. The dogs are the true heroes and Jessica is their true member of the pack. Very good story.
June 5, 2022
excellent read
I throughly enjoyed reading this book and the slow evolution of Jessie, and the people around her. Thrilling and with some interesting twists.
I throughly enjoyed reading this book and the slow evolution of Jessie, and the people around her. Thrilling and with some interesting twists.
September 21, 2022
Gotta love K9s.
I really enjoyed this 2nd book, it had a,great story line, interesting people and lots of suspense.. Will continue to the 3rd. Will also read all her dog stories in future..love that Spokane Washington is mentioned as I live there!!!
I really enjoyed this 2nd book, it had a,great story line, interesting people and lots of suspense.. Will continue to the 3rd. Will also read all her dog stories in future..love that Spokane Washington is mentioned as I live there!!!
June 3, 2022
Love dogs? You'll love this series.
I really enjoyed this series. I can't wait until the next book. This is very well written. The characters are real but enjoyable. I love the dogs. Hurry up and release the next book D. L. Keur.
I really enjoyed this series. I can't wait until the next book. This is very well written. The characters are real but enjoyable. I love the dogs. Hurry up and release the next book D. L. Keur.
July 29, 2022
Great book
I love this series. It has so many emotional nuances. You might be able to slightly figure out how it will proceed but then another twist happens. I am anxiously awaiting the chance to read the next in the series.
I love this series. It has so many emotional nuances. You might be able to slightly figure out how it will proceed but then another twist happens. I am anxiously awaiting the chance to read the next in the series.
May 15, 2022
Wonderful!
Well written, fast paced, heartwarming. Love the dogs and the training. Crime fighting, possible romance coming in the future books.
Tv
Well written, fast paced, heartwarming. Love the dogs and the training. Crime fighting, possible romance coming in the future books.
Tv
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