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Loyal Wolf

Harlequin Nocturne
August 2014

ISBN 9781460337189
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Loyal Wolf

Loyal Wolf and Immortal Obsession

Two-in-One
Harlequin Nocturne
August 2014

ISBN 9780373606733
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Lost Under a Ladder

Lost Under a Ladder

A Superstition Mystery
Midnight Ink
October 2014

ISBN 9780738740775
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Oodles of PoodlesOodles of Poodles

A Pet Rescue Mystery #4

Berkley Prime Crime
February 2013

ISBN 978-0425259962
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Shelter manager and pet rescuer Lauren Vancouver once again takes on the role of amateur sleuth when there’s a murder on a film set . . .

Has Hollywood gone to the dogs? Pet rescuer Lauren Vancouver is observing production on a new movie called Sheba’s Story. The title character—a white Miniature poodle—is played by many similar-looking poodles, and to make sure no animals are harmed, Lauren’s friend, veterinarian Carlie Stellan, and Grant, a handsome representative from the American Humane Association, are on location. But when the film’s director is killed in a suspicious hit-and-run after arguing with Carlie about animal safety, it’s up to Lauren to clear her friend’s name and catch a killer before someone else ends up in oodles of deadly trouble.


Reviews

"I love this series because the author takes on real things that happen with animals and builds her intriguing mysteries around that issue. I have wondered for years about animals on television and movies and will now look for the “No Animals Harmed” tagline.  Great Characters – Great Animals – Great Setting – Great Plot – Great Cozy Mystery!!!’ " -- Lori Caswell, GoodReads

"This is the second book I've read by this author, Linda O. Johnston, and I was not disappointed.  This is my favorite kind of reading, pets, mystery, and a bit of romance. I liked it so much I awarded it 5*****" -- Gigi Ann, GoodReads

"I like how Linda O. wove in the information about the humane society, and the “no animal was harmed in the making of the film” bit. Very clever, and she kept me guessing with lots of red herrings. That’s the sign of a good mystery writer, don’t you think? I gave her story five paws." -- Humphrey, Robena Grant

"Linda O. Johnston loves dogs, and it shows in the details of shelter life that are peppered throughout the book, and the snippets of movie-set action seem fairly accurate... It’s a fun series, and the mysteries take some thought to solve. Animal safety in films is an interesting theme. Lauren even is involved with what will happen to the cute little canines when the filming is over. There are serious issues raised in these books alongside the sleuthing. The reading is fun, and these books need a new home. How about yours?" -- Terrance McArthur, Kings River Life magazine

"As always, when I read one of Linda’s books, I think that this one is my favorite. Well, guess what, this one WAS my favorite. Lauren is a likable character and her mishaps never fail to entertain me. I was kept guessing until the end, and even then could hardly believe who-done-it!" -- Tess Tipton, Cozy Mystery Book Review

"Well, let me just start out by saying this book caused me to lose some sleep.  It was so good that I couldn’t put it down and had to stay up and finish it.  It was a great cozy mystery, especially if you love animals.  This book was very well written and definitely kept my attention.  I was kept guessing till the very end, which to me, is what makes a great cozy mystery.  Lauren is a very likable character.  She is a strong independent woman, a great role model.  It is the first book I’ve read by Linda Johnston, and it won’t be my last.   I highly recommend reading this book..." -- Melina, Melina's Book Blog

 

 

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