In this second installment in the series, Chrissy digs up clues to help Autumn solve a historical disappearance and a modern-day murder mysteryAutumn Clarke is getting her life back to normal with the help of her extraordinary shih tzu, Chrissy, when the death of a local philanthropist reveals the man’s dark family secrets, as well as unexpected ties to Autumn. When Chrissy discovers a dog-eared diary in the dead man’s family home, Autumn discovers that things in the Clarke family are not quite as they seem. Can Autumn interpret the hidden clues in the dog-eared diary to crack the most puzzling disappearance in Knollwood history? Are the recent murders connected to the past? Is Chrissy more insightful than Autumn realized?
From Modern History Press
Attorney-at-Paw: A Chrissy the Shih Tzu Mystery
Only Chrissy, a cute little Shih Tzu, can unlock this mystery! Autumn Clarke survived the car crash that killed her parents. To help her cope with PTSD, she adopts Chrissy, a Shih Tzu with a remarkable secret. Chrissy is also the only witness to the mysterious death of her pet parent. Autumn vows to find the truth behind his death with the help of Chrissy, the neighbors and an attractive detective. Can Autumn unravel the clues while trying to heal Chrissy’s trauma and overcome her own devastating emotional wounds in the midst of a dangerous murder investigation?
The Dog-Eared Diary: A Chrissy the Shih Tzu Mystery by Diane Wing
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I was sent a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review. I was not financially compensated, and all opinions are 100 percent mine.
This is the second book I’ve read from this particular series, and again, this author did not disappoint! This is a completely cozy mystery with nothing inappropriate nor any gratuitous violence included within the fast-paced fun mystery. And every reader will fall in love all over again with Crissy, the sharp and cute Shih Tzu.
What I appreciate most about the author is the snappy way she tells this story. If you haven’t read any other books in the series, not to worry. The author will get you up to snuff, and you will have no problem following the action. The book is easy to read but filled with action and fun. The mystery is a bit baffling at time, but ultimately, that’s what you want. The author gives the readers just enough information to keep them on their toes, and I definitely plan on reading more in the series!
I also love the fact that the supporting cast of characters is fleshed out. Sometimes in mysteries (and books in general), the characters who are not the main focus tend to fall flat. Not so in this book. Every person in the story had a purpose and a complete presence within the tale. I applaud the author for her use of so many clever writing devices within a rather brief cozy mystery. Nothing seemed contrived nor out-of-place. I hope that someone makes the decision to adapt these books to the screen because it would make one amazing mystery series!
About the author
Diane Wing, M.A. grew up in a household where her vivid imagination could thrive. Crafting short stories and poetry from an early age, writing remained part of her life throughout her 25-year corporate career. Her training in clinical psychology shows up in her characters’ struggles and in her non-fiction books about energetic consciousness, tarot, and happiness. Diane seeks to help the reader find the flame of their own unique path sparked by her stories and insights for personal growth.
Diane is an avid reader, bibliophile, lover of trees and animals, and a lifelong learner. She and her husband are pet parents to a sweet little Shih Tzu.
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