I’ve got a lot of good stuff coming in June. In the meantime, why don’t you pick up a copy of Shattered to Death, the latest Kenzie Kirsch Medical Thriller? As Kenzie Kirsch delves into the mysterious death of a patient, she stumbles upon illicit human experiments preying on the most vulnerable. The exploitation of those seeking solace and healing is a chilling reality Kenzie cannot ignore.
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I have just started Holy Chow, by David Rosenfelt, book 25 of The Andy Carpenter mystery series, but I have read several other Andy Carpenter books, which assures me that I’m in for an enjoyable read.
Andy Carpenter, the reluctant lawyer with a knack for solving mysteries, is a brilliantly crafted character. His wit and reluctance to get involved make him both relatable and entertaining. The supporting cast who help him with his investigations are equally engaging and add depth to the narrative. And of course it is populated with Tara, Lion, and the other pooches.
I’m looking forward to seeing how Andy navigates this latest case with his usual mix of humor, intelligence, and determination. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to the series, Holy Chow is sure to be a satisfying read for anyone who enjoys a good mystery.
The reading of the will is tomorrow at our office at ten A.M. I’ve been notifying the beneficiaries, and you are apparently one of them.
David Rosenfelt, Holy Chow
Summary
Retired lawyer Andy Carpenter’s calling has always been running the Tara Foundation. The dog rescue organization places hundreds of dogs in new homes every year. It’s added up to so many dogs and new owners that Andy can’t even do the math. But there’s one dog—and one owner—Andy will always remember.
About a year ago, Rachel Morehouse came to the foundation looking for a companion. In her sixties and recently widowed, Rachel wanted a senior dog that also needed someone. Andy took a liking to her, Rachel took a liking to Lion, an older Chow Chow, and the rest is history.
That is, until Rachel calls Andy begging for a favor: If Rachel dies, will Andy take care of Lion if her stepson cannot? Andy agrees, no questions asked, and promptly forgets about it… until he receives a call from Rachel’s estate to attend her will reading. Which is where he meets Rachel’s stepson, Tony, who is promptly arrested for his stepmother’s murder. And he wants Andy to prove his innocence.
Andy has continued to learn more about the woman he so greatly admired and the businesses she ran, and holy chow, was this woman impressive. The person who killed her deserves to be held accountable, and if Tony is to be believed, they’re still out there. And that possibility is too much for Andy to remain on the sidelines.
