The Dog Thief (Coyote Run #1)
Marta Acosta
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars
4.36
· 14 ratings · 342 pages · Published: 01 Jan 2018
Introducing the “touching, funny, and worth crying over” Coyote Run K-9 Search and Rescue mystery series from LIBRARY JOURNAL WOMEN'S SUMMER FICTION author Marta Acosta.
When autistic dog rehabilitator Maddie “Mad Girl” Whitney discovers a corpse on her neighbor’s ranch, she impulsively tries to drum up business by claiming that psychic abilities led her to the victim…with devastating consequences.
"Pure and heartfelt. The Dog Thief is an amazing book... Poetically powerful insight into both animal and human behavior and a satisfying ending. ★★★★★" —Amazon Reviewer
Maddie's forced to start a K-9 Search and Rescue team with her ex-girlfriend's twin, a hostile sheriff, or risk losing her beloved former military dog. She reluctantly begins reaching out to others…and finds friendship and kindness in the unlikeliest of places.
Meanwhile, the unknown killer is determined to stop the animal psychic from solving the mystery of his identity. Can she save her own life by saving the dog she loves?
In a fresh and heartfelt story, Marta Acosta brings to life a complex and beautifully flawed character. Readers will fall in love with this unconventional protagonist who defies labels and classification.
"Amazing! A gripping read that will have your heart racing from start to finish." —James Sinclair, Autistic & Unapologetic
Tagged as:
- animals 3
- dogs 3
- contemporary 3
- funny 2
- law enforcement 2
- thriller 2
- amateur sleuth 1
- cozy 1
- Add topics
- format - reader age
- book 1
- adult fiction 1