Andy Carpenter Series by David Rosenfelt
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David Rosenfelt
A German Shepherd police dog witnesses a murder and if his owner--an Iraq war vet and former cop-turned-thief--is convicted of the crime, the dog could be put down. Few rival Andy Carpenter's affection for dogs, and he decides to represent the poor canine. As Andy struggles to convince a judge that this dog should be set free, he discovers that the dog and his owner have become involved unwittingly in a case of much greater proportions than the one they've been charged with. Andy will have to call upon the unique abilities of this ex-police dog to help solve the crime and prevent a catastrophic event from taking place.
From Publishers Weekly Series fans and newcomers alike will welcome Rosenfelt's eighth comic legal thriller to feature Paterson, N.J., defense lawyer Andy Carpenter (after New Tricks). Billy Zimmerman, an ex-cop and Iraq war vet who lost a leg to a suicide bomber, has used Milo, a German shepherd and a former police dog, as his partner in snatch and run crimes. When a snatch that goes badly awry results in a murder charge for Billy and impoundment for Milo, Andy takes on Milo as a client. Andy, whose courtroom antics always delight, makes his bid for Milo's freedom before formidable Judge Horace Catchings. Billy's case presents greater challenges, with tendrils reaching back to Iraq and involving payoffs, hit men, and even a possible national security threat. Oddball regular characters, like Willie Miller, who tries his hand at detecting, and Marcus Clark, "the most-menacing-looking human being" Carpenter has ever seen, add to the fun.
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Andy Carpenter #19
Bark of Night
David Rosenfelt
The next novel in David Rosenfelt’s witty, heartfelt mystery series
featuring lawyer Andy Carpenter and his faithful golden retriever, Tara.
When defense lawyer Andy Carpenter’s
veterinarian asks to speak to him privately at the checkup of his golden
retriever, Tara, the last thing Andy expects is Truman. Tiny, healthy,
French bulldog Truman was dropped off days ago with instructions to be
euthanized by a man everyone thought was his owner. But now the owner is
nowhere to be found. Andy is furious. Who would want to
euthanize a perfectly healthy dog with no explanation? He is willing to
whisk Truman away to the Tara Foundation, the dog-rescue organization
which is Andy’s true passion. They will find a home for Truman. But
that’s not all the vet tells Andy. Thanks to Truman’s chip, it’s
discovered that the man wasn’t Truman’s owner at all . . . Truman's real
owner has been murdered.It’s now up to Andy – with help from his
loyal sidekick Tara, Truman and the rest of the gang – to solve this
case. In the latest in the popular Andy Carpenter mystery series, David
Rosenfelt’s charmingly clever wit and love of dogs are back and better
than ever. **Review
Praise for Bark of Night
"One of the best hooks ever by an author who specializes in them . . . Even dog haters should lap it up." – Kirkus Reviews“Rosenfelt
does a great job of unfolding an intricate plot . . . Andy is a smart,
witty, relatable lead with a lot of heart, and he and his cohorts are a
pleasure to spend time with. This is a treat for mystery readers and dog
lovers.” – Publishers Weekly“Growing weary of the
detective hero with a wrecked marriage, a botched career, and a drinking
problem? Try Rosenfelt’s series hero, Andy Carpenter, who is probably
as close to Lord Peter Wimsey as the modern American crime genre can
get.” — Booklist“I love the Andy Carpenter Mystery
novels. They’re so easy to read . . . They have really fun characters.
And they have dogs. All this makes these books so much fun to read each
time . . . If you’ve never read one of these Andy Carpenter books jump
right in. Each novel reads like a stand-alone book and you get enough
back information to understand who is who and what’s going on.”— Red Carpet Crash
About the Author
David Rosenfelt is the Edgar-nominated and Shamus Award-winning author of stand-alones and Andy Carpenter novels. He and his wife live in Maine with twenty-five of the four thousand dogs they have rescued.
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Andy Carpenter #20
Dachshund Through the Snow
David Rosenfelt
This Christmas, lawyer Andy Carpenter and his golden retriever, Tara, can't say no to helping young Danny and his dachshund, Murphy.
Lawyer Andy Carpenter and his wife, Laurie, have started a new Christmas tradition. Their local pet store has a Christmas tree, where instead of ornaments there are wishes from those in need. One poignant wish leads Andy to a child named Danny, whose selfless plea strikes a chord. Danny asked Santa for a coat for his mother, a sweater for his dachshund, Murphy, and for the safe return of his missing father.
It turns out Danny's father doesn't want to be found, he's on the run after just being arrested for a murder that took place fourteen years ago - a murder that Danny's mother swears he didn't commit.
With his trademark humor and larger-than-life characters - including a police officer and his K-9 partner, Simon - Rosenfelt never fails to deliver as Andy and his eccentric crew dash to reunite a family in time for Christmas.**About the Author
David Rosenfelt is the Edgar-nominated and Shamus Award-winning author of eleven stand-alones and nineteen Andy Carpenter novels, most recently Bark of Night. After years of living in California, he and his wife moved to Maine with twenty-five of the four thousand dogs they have rescued.
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Andy Carpenter #22
Silent Bite: An Andy Carpenter Mystery
David Rosenfelt
Andy Carpenter and his golden retriever, Tara, are finding that all is not calm or bright in Silent Bite , the latest Christmas mystery in this heartwarming series from bestselling author David Rosenfelt.Lawyer Andy Carpenter can finally take a breath; he’s back on dry land after a family Caribbean cruise forced on him by his wife, Laurie, to get into the Christmas spirit. Of course the family’s first stop is to the Tara Foundation, the dog rescue organization that has always been Andy’s true passion.
But when Andy arrives, his partner, Willie Miller, needs his help. Willie’s old cellmate, Tony Birch, has been arrested for murder. Andy doesn’t necessarily believe in Tony, but Willie does. And Andy believes in Willie, which is why Andy decides to take the case.
Once again David Rosenfelt puts readers in the Christmas spirit in a tale that is equal parts mystery and holiday cheer. **
Review
“[E]ntertaining . . . . Loads of dog lore and Andy’s gripes about things that get under his skin add to the fun. This long-running series remains as fresh as ever.” ― Publishers Weekly
About the Author
DAVID ROSENFELT is the Edgar-nominated and Shamus Award-winning author of more than twenty Andy Carpenter novels, including One Dog Night, Collared, and Deck the Hounds; its spinoff series, The K-Team; the Doug Brock thriller series, which starts with Fade to Black; and stand-alone thrillers including Heart of a Killer and On Borrowed Time. Rosenfelt and his wife live in Maine with an ever-changing pack of rescue dogs. Their epic cross-country move with 25 of these dogs, culminating in the creation of the Tara Foundation, is chronicled in Dogtripping.
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Andy Carpenter #26
Santa's Little Yelpers: An Andy Carpenter Mystery
David Rosenfelt
Lawyer Andy Carpenter and his humorous investigating team return in Santa's Little Yelpers, the next Yuletide mystery in David Rosenfelt’s bestselling series.'Tis the season in Paterson, New Jersey: Lawyer Andy Carpenter and his golden retriever, Tara, are surrounded by holiday cheer. It’s even spread to the Tara Foundation. The dog rescue organization, not used to having puppies, has their hands full with a recent litter. Eight puppies are a lot to handle, and Andy is relieved when his co-worker Chris Myers agrees to foster them.Myers, a newer employee at the Tara Foundation, did time for a crime he swears he didn’t commit. When Myers discovers a key witness against him lied on the stand, he goes to Andy to ask for representation in getting the conviction overturned. Myers thinks they can have this wrapped up by Christmas, no problem.But when the witness is murdered, and Myers is arrested for the crime, things go from bad to worse. Suddenly, it’s all elves on deck to make a list and check it twice, so they can prove Myers is innocent.
Review
Praise for Santa's Little Yelpers“A nice group of supportive human pals, adorable dogs, and a plot that’s just complicated enough make this a winner.” ―Publishers Weekly
About the Author
DAVID ROSENFELT is the Edgar-nominated and Shamus Award-winning author of more than twenty Andy Carpenter novels, including One Dog Night, Collared, and Deck the Hounds; its spinoff series, The K-Team; the Doug Brock thriller series, which starts with Fade to Black; and stand-alone thrillers including Heart of a Killer and On Borrowed Time. Rosenfelt and his wife live in Maine with an ever-changing pack of rescue dogs. Their epic cross-country move with 25 of these dogs, culminating in the creation of the Tara Foundation, is chronicled in Dogtripping.
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Andy Carpenter #27
Flop Dead Gorgeous: An Andy Carpenter Mystery
David Rosenfelt
Lights, camera, action in bestselling author David Rosenfelt’s Flop Dead Gorgeous, as Andy Carpenter goes bicoastal to prove an old friend’s innocence.Retired lawyer Andy Carpenter remembers every dog that’s come through the Tara Foundation’s doors, but the most well-known alum of the dog rescue organization that Andy founded in Paterson, New Jersey, may be Mamie. Adopted by famous actress Jenny Nichols―Andy’s high school girlfriend―the miniature French poodle is now practically a starlet in her own right.Andy doesn’t hold it against his friend. In fact, he and his wife, Laurie, have dinner with Jenny while she’s in town filming her next big hit. But after an eventful meal, there’s a plot twist the next morning that none of them see coming: Jenny’s costar is found dead, a knife in his back. It’s not long before Jenny is arrested for the murder and finds herself in need of Andy’s legal services.While Mamie becomes reacquainted with Tara, Andy’s golden retriever, Andy digs into the lives of the rich and famous.
Review
Praise for Flop Dead Gorgeous“You should read them all.” –St. Louis Post Dispatch on the Andy Carpenter Novels“Witty, well-paced. . . a treat for fans. Rarely does a series this long-running still feel so fresh.” –Publishers Weekly“Snappy one-liners and canine admiration makes Andy my all-time favorite in crime fiction.” ―Rothenberg on WBAI/RADIO
About the Author
DAVID ROSENFELT is the Edgar-nominated and Shamus Award-winning author of more than twenty Andy Carpenter novels, including One Dog Night, Collared, and Deck the Hounds; its spinoff series, The K-Team; the Doug Brock thriller series, which starts with Fade to Black; and stand-alone thrillers including Heart of a Killer and On Borrowed Time. Rosenfelt and his wife live in Maine with an ever-changing pack of rescue dogs. Their epic cross-country move with 25 of these dogs, culminating in the creation of the Tara Foundation, is chronicled in Dogtripping.
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Andy Carpenter #28
'Twas the Bite Before Christmas: An Andy Carpenter Mystery
David Rosenfelt
In National Bestseller David Rosenfelt’s ‘Twas the Bite Before Christmas, all through the Carpenter house, five dogs are stirring, and not even Andy can get out of working this latest case at his door.Reluctant lawyer Andy Carpenter is at the Tara Foundation’s annual Christmas party. The dog rescue organization has always been his true calling, and this is one holiday tradition he can get behind because every dog that’s come through the rescue―and their families―are invited to celebrate.This year’s party is no exception. But before the stockings can be hung by the chimney with care, homicide detectives ruin the evening. Derek Moore, one of the foundation’s best foster volunteers, is arrested for murder.Andy discovers Derek―whose real name is Bobby―is in the witness protection program after giving evidence against his former gang. The police believe Bobby murdered a member. But Bobby swears to Andy he didn’t do this. He’s built a new life, a new business, has two new dogs after being a double foster-failure.There isn’t much Andy likes about this case, but he likes Bobby. If he’s innocent, Andy wants to help. Before Andy can settle down for his long winter’s nap, he has a client’s name to clear, a murderer to catch, and two new dogs to look after: a golden and a Dalmatian. Andy’s golden retriever, Tara, will have to adjust to not being the only golden at the house while Andy gets to the bottom of this one…
Review
Praise for 'Twas the Bite Before Christmas“The courtroom scenes shine.” –Kirkus ReviewsPraise for David Rosenfelt and The Andy Carpenter Mysteries“The climactic revelation, as in all of Andy’s best cases, is both head-shakingly incredible and deeply satisfying.” ―Kirkus Reviews on Santa’s Little Yelpers“Rosenfelt provides everything you need to enjoy this snowy mystery.” ―Bookreporter.com on Best in Snow"Silent Bite is highly recommended and is proof that each new installment in the Andy Carpenter Mystery series is a winner." ― Portland Book Review“This book was a romping good time, perfect for taking a break through the stressful holidays.” ― Dogster Magazine on Dachshund Through the Snow“All the elements dedicated readers will be expecting, wrapped up in a festive Yuletide setting.” ― Library Journal (starred review) on Deck the Hounds“Heartwarming.” ― Associated Press on The Twelve Dogs of Christmas
About the Author
DAVID ROSENFELT is the Edgar-nominated and Shamus Award-winning author of more than twenty Andy Carpenter novels, including One Dog Night, Collared, and Deck the Hounds; its spinoff series, The K-Team; the Doug Brock thriller series, which starts with Fade to Black; and stand-alone thrillers including Heart of a Killer and On Borrowed Time. Rosenfelt and his wife live in Maine with an ever-changing pack of rescue dogs. Their epic cross-country move with 25 of these dogs, culminating in the creation of the Tara Foundation, is chronicled in Dogtripping.
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