Publishers Weekly
05/24/2021
Early in Edgar finalist Rosenfelt’s enjoyable 23rd Andy Carpenter mystery (after 2020’s Silent Bite), the semi-retired Paterson, N.J., defense attorney is enjoying a stroll with his wife, Laurie, and their dogs when they see a man kicking a pug on a leash. They rush to the rescue, but another bystander, Matt Jantzen, gets to the man first and saves the pug after a brief fight. The police arrive and take the pug’s owner and Matt into custody, and Matt is soon arrested for the double murder of Peter Charkin and his girlfriend in Maine two years earlier. Though DNA found underneath Charkin’s fingernails matches Matt’s, Matt asserts his innocence, and Andy decides to represent him in court. Andy travels to Maine, where he discovers Charkin had dangerous ties to drug dealers and a quasi terrorist militia group. Laurie and her partners from her investigation group, the K Team, later lend assistance. Unpredictable yet credible plot twists, along with Andy’s dry sense of humor and wit, keep the pages turning. Longtime fans and newcomers alike will have fun. Agent: Robin Rue, Writers House. (July)
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Praise for Dog Eat Dog
“Longtime fans and newcomers alike will have fun.” — Publishers Weekly
“Fans of brisk, dog-filled mysteries in general [will enjoy Dog Eat Dog].” —Library Journal
“Smartly written.” —Red Carpet Crash
"A very suspenseful, highly provocative mystery.” —Gumshoe Review
Praise for David Rosenfelt and the Andy Carpenter Mysteries
“One of the most unforgettable authors in the genre.” —Associated Press
“Reading the “Andy Carpenter” series by David Rosenfelt is dangerous. The books should come with warnings: “Read with Caution, Extremely Addicting."" —Huffington Post
Library Journal
07/01/2021
New Jersey lawyer Andy Carpenter and his wife Laurie are walking their dogs when they see one man trying to stop another from beating his dog. The two men fight, then the police arrive and arrest them both. Matt Jantzen, the dog's rescuer, turns out to be wanted for a double murder in Maine. He can't get a lawyer to take the seemingly open-and-shut case, so Andy agrees to represent Matt as a fellow dog lover. One victim was a friend of Matt's ex-girlfriend; the other was her boyfriend, a member of an antigovernment militia who dabbled in drugs. Police say Matt's DNA is on the victims, but he claims to know nothing about it. Andy, Laurie, and the rest of their crew of investigators have their work cut out for them exploring all the possible motives; a series of threats against them only complicates matters. VERDICT Fans of the "Andy Carpenter" series will enjoy this 23rd outing featuring the talented but reluctant advocate (after Silent Bite), as will fans of brisk, dog-filled mysteries in general.—Dan Forrest, Western Kentucky Univ. Libs., Bowling Green
JULY 2021 - AudioFile
The 22nd installment in the Andy Carpenter series is just as delightful and entertaining as the first, thanks in large part to Grover Gardner’s narration. With a hint of whimsy, Gardner portrays Andy’s quirky sense of humor and frequent sarcasm—but also conveys his deep commitment to three things: dogs, his family, and finding justice. At home in New Jersey Andy and his wife witness a man beating a dog. Another man intervenes, pummeling the abuser before Andy can jump in. The police arrive, and the rescuer is surprised to hear that he’s wanted for murder in Maine. Gardner’s consistent characterization of Andy allows the listener to easily follow detailed conversations. Lobster rolls and Maine accents add to the enjoyment. N.M.C. © AudioFile 2021, Portland, Maine
