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  • Published: 14 June 2022
  • ISBN: 9781496718419
  • Imprint: Kensington
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 352
  • RRP: $17.99
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Pup Fiction





With a new litter of Standard Poodles on the way, it’s shaping up to be a vibrant July in Greenwich, Connecticut, for Melanie Travis. Too bad there’s a killer in town who would love to drain the life out of her summer…

With a new litter of Standard Poodles on the way, it’s shaping up to be a vibrant July in Greenwich, Connecticut, for Melanie Travis. Too bad there’s a killer in town who would love to drain the life out of her summer…

While usually protective, Melanie feels comfortable sending her sons to the Graceland School’s summer camp for two reasons: the institution is well-regarded and proprietor Emily Grace is a trusted friend. But Emily has been acting strange since three rambunctious Dalmatian puppies suddenly appeared on her doorstep. The unusual arrival marks the first of several mysterious happenings at camp, each more intense than the last. It’s a rough streak that takes a frightening turn with a discovery in the nearby woods—the body of Emily’s estranged ex-husband.
 
Proving that Emily didn’t murder her biggest mistake will be about as easy as raising prize-winning show dogs. But Melanie dives into an investigation on the victim’s whereabouts leading up to his demise. With a few spotty clues and Aunt Peg’s growing curiosity about the Dalmatian pups’ origins, Melanie must name the culprit before good intentions come back to bite!
 

  • Published: 14 June 2022
  • ISBN: 9781496718419
  • Imprint: Kensington
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 352
  • RRP: $17.99
Categories:

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Praise for Laurien Berenson and her Melanie Travis Canine Mysteries
 
 “Toxic treats spell trouble for a school secretary at Halloween…once Melanie starts digging, she discovers a treasure trove of
microaggressions and petty grievances in this quiet corner of Connecticut, with motives aplenty for murder. A quick and tasty tale of sabotage in the suburbs.”Kirkus Reviews on Howloween Murder
 
 “When a new book by Laurien Bereson comes out, I’m on it like a dog on a liver treat…not only do readers get a diverting story, they also get lots of behind-the-scenes intel on dog shows and the main character’s preferred breed.” The Bark on Bite Club
 
 “Anyone who has not read Berenson should venture into this cute and humorous mystery. The reader will feel they are a part of the story whether investigating the murder, playing with the darling puppies, or setting up holiday decorations.” The Military
Press on Here Comes Santa Paws
 
 “Filled with more dogs, more fun, and more mystery, this cozy is the perfect summer read.” Modern Dog on Bite Club
 
 “Bite Club is another satisfying title in Berenson’s Canine Mystery series. Boomer, Lilly and I give it our highest rating—ten dog biscuits!” Suspense Magazine
 
 "Well-drawn characters, especially Melanie and her acerbic aunt, contribute to the appeal here, along with the warm, sometimes humorous scenes of family life. Melanie’s beloved six dogs are woven throughout the holiday-themed cozy, which will appeal to readers of Susan Conant’s Holly Winter mysteries and Barbara Allan’s Trash ’n’ Treasures series." Booklist on Wagging Through the Snow
 
 "This exciting Christmas whodunit is a great book to curl up with at any time of the year, and is one that is sure to keep you on your toes!" Modern Dog
 
 "Berenson weaves together mystery, humor, dogs (of course!) and the effects of homelessness and alcoholism on families to create a short but sweet holiday tale." Philadelphia Daily News on Wagging Through the Snow
 
 “Cozy mysteries may have cats galore to charm their readers, but dog lovers are well served by Berenson’s sweet series.”
Publishers Weekly on Ruff Justice
 
 “Melanie’s engaging narration, with its slightly sarcastic flair, makes her utterly relatable. Fans will roll over with joy, and new cozy readers will likely scoop up the rest of the series.” Publishers Weekly on Death of a Dog Whisperer
 

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