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Type of bind: Mass Market Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 813
EAN num: 9780060732295
ISBN number: 0060732296
Label: Avon
Manufacturer: Avon
Quantity: 1
Page Count: 320
Printing Date: July 01, 2006
Publishing house: Avon
Release Date: June 27, 2006
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In this suspenseful fifth book in our wonderful series created by veteran dog trainer Lee Charles Kelley, a clever kennel owner, his lady love, and his loyal canines must solve their most disturbing mystery yet!
It's October in Maine and ex–cop/criminologist turned dog trainer Jack Field and his fiancée, Chief State Medical Examiner Dr. Jamie Cutter, are getting married in a few weeks. But fate puts a wrench in their plans when the police find a young woman's body in a secluded lake. Jamie asks Jack, who's been appointed her civilian advisor, to come to the scene. Seeing the body sparks a memory of a case Jack studied while taking a seminar at the FBI's Behavioral Science Unit. He suspects the death is the work of a serial killer and as the mystery unfolds, it becomes clear that suspects abound, including a sleazy private detective, a well–respected botanist, recruits in the upper echelons of the FBI, and even the wealthy husband of Jack's ex–girlfriend. Add an adorable Dalmatian named Daisy and a wedding ceremony like no other you've ever seen, and you've got Kelley's most touching, heartbreaking, suspenseful, and downright hilarious book yet!
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This is a fair mystery, but not a book for dog lovers. The lead character, Jack, does not come off as a dog person. That is the initial off putting feeling. Then, dogs get maimed and/or killed. This is also off putting. I wanted to post this just to give folks a warning.
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I purchased several of this author's books based on recommendations because I so enjoyed the "Bloodhound" books by Virginia Lanier. Just my personal opinion, I didn't care that much for the Kelley books. I just couldn't seem to get "hooked" on any of the story lines. I read them all, but didn't finish with the level of reading satisfaction I had hoped to achieve. Basically, I thought most of them were just silly; but I am sure Mr. Kelley's following will disagree. He does provide some great reference listings at the end of each book, and I liked that.
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I ordered this book because I am a dog person and love mysteries. Never read anything by this author before. I'm unimpressed w/the story line, was put off by the self-satisfied tone of the main character. Additionally, he espouses "dog facts" that are directly out of line with all current dog facts. Not neutering animals? Are you joking?
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So what is it that is so very appealing about this series? Maybe for me it is the setting- my own adopted state of Maine. Or could it be the characters? Jack Field, ex New York detective, is the owner of a dog kennel/ training business. He is usually in the company of or thinking about Jamie Cutter, the Medical Examiner. Living with Jack is his foster son, 'Duke" a crime victim from NYC. A steady, well written cast of characters traveling from one book to another to make this a cohesive, fun group of books to read. The starring roles though are assigned to the various dogs that populate the scenes. Much space is also given to dog training tips- a system based on play and praise.
Kelley writes with his tongue firmly planted in his cheek. He seems to understand that Jack makes Sherlock Holmes seem dense and plots are more interesting when they appear impossible. The asides and comments to the reader draw the casual reader into his world. He cleverly admits that these are just good mystery stories that are enjoyable to read- and what more can we ask from a cozy?
(Next step would be a top rated tv show! Anyone out there know any producers..but remember it was my idea first!)
Three Hints for reading this series:
1. It is not neccesary to read them in the order written but would be more enjoyable to follow the continuing plot lines in order.
2. Just remember- the dog is always innocent ! (oops- is that a spoiler?)
3. If you do not have a dog when you start the series you probably will by the end!
Dogged Pursuit
Will Jack and Jamie finally be able to tie the knot? Or will the body found in a local lake ruin their plans one more time?
Jack's ex-girl friend's step daughter disappears as the Jack pieces together the trail of danger from her past that
threatens her present and may end her chances for a future.
(In this book we learn the word snorgle- a snort and giggle)
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The best of the series. Full of action and suspense. This is a great series for dog lovers and mystery lovers.
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