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Pets Investigate: Volume 1 - A Collection of Short Stories

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Sticking their noses where they are most definitely not wanted.

Despairing of their humans, these pets take it upon themselves to solve the cases they see as only cats and dogs can.

Whether they sniff out the clues or fool the criminals into thinking they are harmless pets to be ignored, Rex, Amber, Buster, and more enjoy escapades a plenty in this fun collection of short stories.

Grab your copy and be ready for the fur to fly!


Police Dog - Day One
Amber's Bust
The Little Lost Dachshund
Hell Cat
Hell Hounds
The Clown, the Witch, and the Cat
The Case of the Missing Pasty

234 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 12, 2022

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36 people want to read

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Steve Higgs

546 books804 followers
Let's start this off with an invitation to get some FREE books. No, you didn't read that wrong, we are talking about multiple free books. I love giving away free books because once people delve into the fast-paced mystery thrills I write, they go on to buy lots more.

All I need from you is an email address to send them to. Here's the link you need - https://mailchi.mp/fd47a6eb4ae5/patri...

When I wrote my first novel, Paranormal Nonsense, I was a Captain in the British Army. I would love to pretend that I had one of those careers that has to be redacted and in general denied by the government and that I have had to change my name and continually move about because I am still on the watch list in several countries. In truth though, I started out as a mechanic. Not like Jason Statham, sneaking about as a contract killer, more like one of those greasy gits that charge you a fortune and keep your car for a week when all you went in for was a squeaky door hinge.

At school, I was mostly disinterested in every subject except creative writing, for which, at age ten, I won my first award. However, calling it my first award suggests that there have been more, which there have not. Accolades may come but, in the meantime, I am having a ball writing mystery stories and crime thrillers and will claim to have more than a hundred books forming an unruly queue in my head as they clamor to get out.

Now retired from the military, I live in the south-east corner of England with a pair of lazy sausage dogs. Surrounded by rolling hills, brooding castles, and vineyards, I doubt I will ever leave, the beer is just too good.

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Profile Image for Lyn Moffett.
62 reviews1 follower
March 13, 2023
Lots of giggles

I remember reading these stories before but I enjoyed reading them again. Steve Higgs has an amazing imagination, he knows how to keep his audience interested and his stories are just the best. I have lost a lot of sleep over his work as I can't put my phone or ipad down when I'm reading ,, my favourites have got to be Albert and Rex ,,not forgetting Buster the devil dog hahaha. Great writing from a great writer. You really should take a look at some of his books. You'll be as gripped as I am with it.. no better way to spend time than with a Steve Higgs story.
Profile Image for Angel Ballard.
771 reviews5 followers
June 13, 2022
Great look into the lives of the fur-heroes!
I love how each story gives an in-depth introduction to each pet in the various stories by this author. As a lifelong pet mother it's wonderful to get back stories to give more depth to each one in the various stories. My heart goes out to the author who brings one of his own furbabies to life. It keeps them alive in our hearts and daily lives. Many of us have our own fur-heroes and we love them to bits. I look forward to more adventures like this one.
272 reviews
May 24, 2023
Absolutely fun!

Growing up , I had a neighborhood full of animal friends. I was known for being able to catch escaped dogs and bring them home. Quite a few were known for traveling with buddies and several of them wanted to capture my cat! She, however, was truly the calm,cool, Queen of the neighborhood and always got the upper hand. She could star in one of your stories! As a ninja cat. Wise in the way of nature and dogs! Lol More, please.
Profile Image for Claudete Takahashi.
2,643 reviews38 followers
June 12, 2022
I just enjoy so much reading stories told from the pets' point of view, and for me, the best ones created by Steve Higgs are Rex and Devil Dog, both characters make me laugh so much! So, it's a real pleasure to have their tales put together in one volume. Totally worth reading, it's guaranteed fun and entertainment.I received a free copy of this book from the author and this is my honest opinion.
7 reviews
June 21, 2022
Pets Rule

Loved this collection of stories! Being a dog owner (2 Boston Terriers) and lover of animals in general, I believe that some animals are really tuned in to their people and surroundings and smart enough to understand what going on around them. My 2 have "summit meetings" on a somewhat regular basis.
Profile Image for Charmayne.
400 reviews4 followers
July 4, 2022
great fun

This was great fun! Just the right amount of short stories to get to know all the pets from Steve's stories a little better. A great way to introduce some of these characters to the unsuspecting public!
885 reviews9 followers
July 4, 2022
Terrific group of short stories featuring some of Steve Higgs’ best animal characters! So much fun reading these stories. Plenty of laugh out loud dialogue between species. I received an ARC and this is my honest opinion.
Profile Image for Jane litherland.
4,151 reviews76 followers
July 7, 2022
Read a few of the stories before but still enjoyable a second visit ,fun lighthearted nonsense the pets are heroes unto themselves,great book to keep going back to for a quick read when busy to sit for hours
620 reviews4 followers
July 19, 2022
Pets for the win! I love the animals in Steve Higgs' books. This is a fun collection of their adventures when they are not with their humans. They have so much personality and each are their own animal. Fun read!
7 reviews
July 22, 2022
pets have never been funnier

I love several of Steve Higgs book series but these stories give the animals the starring role. And do they ever ham it up! If you love pets and humor you will love this book
Profile Image for Frieda Thompson.
396 reviews6 followers
October 1, 2022
Pets Investgate

What a breath of fresh air! I love the Albert & Rex, & Patricia Fisher books, & intend to continue w/ #2 of Felicity's books, but this collection of short stories is a real treat! So refreshing! Thank you Steve!
3,804 reviews7 followers
July 23, 2024
Cute little collection of short stories from the Pets in all of the author's series.

Some stories were better than others and some of the pets I wasn't familiar with because I haven't read the series but overall it was an easy way to pass a couple of hours.
Profile Image for Mary Baker.
629 reviews2 followers
June 17, 2022
Hilariously funny short stories

If you love animals, this book is fantastic. The animals, mostly dogs and cats, fight crime in their own way.
53 reviews
June 19, 2022
Another hit.

Always love Steve Higgs stories. You will get a taste of his humor with the charming stores. Can't wait till the next one comes out
4,417 reviews43 followers
March 13, 2023
I enjoyed traveling with these pets and I enjoyed the stories and recommend the book.
115 reviews2 followers
March 21, 2023
Surprised!

Yes,surprised at how much I enjoyed reading this book.I like any book with animals in it,and this one was fun to read!
Profile Image for Joan Hill.
239 reviews
April 26, 2023
Lighthearted

Very light hearted short stories about pets investigating crimes funny in parts . Need a good imagination. But worth the read
Profile Image for Yvonne.
300 reviews
May 21, 2023
fun reads

Like the animals stories as a fun wick read. Still like full adventures if Rex and Albert. Rex is still king.
63 reviews
December 19, 2023
Fun With Sleuthing Pets

These short stories are so fun to read. The outcomes are funny and unexpected. When you’re looking for a fun little read this fits the bill.
16 reviews
July 31, 2024
Pet Antics

Lots of fun and games as always. Love these books they make me laugh every time I read them. I would definitely recommend them.
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