Book Review: Sleeping Dogs Don't Lie by Karen Botha, writing as Chloe Grace

Albertus Eagle Detective Beagle Book 1 (The Prequel)

Hey there. Pleased to meet you. I’m Albertus Eagle. I’m now known as the Detective Beagle. I see things. And I hear more. But what’s best is that no-one suspects me of being the guy who feeds back what the humans can’t unearth.

It all started with one case.

The one where my owner, Milly was bumped off. It landed me, and the cat, otherwise known as Cleo to her friends, not that she has many, in a shelter for unwanted animals.

But, I didn’t let that stop me. Here’s my story.

Sleeping dogs don’t lie is the prequel to the Cozy Mystery series of novels starring Albertus Eagle, his two sidekicks, Cleo the cat and Bella Schuhmann, the smart human who actually understands him. In this wonderful short which is packed with humour and satire, we see the world of murder and intrigue set up through the eyes of a loyal dog turned amateur sleuth.

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My Review:

Ack! I don’t want to stop there! This story is just enough of a teaser to have gotten me completely hooked. I need to know the rest of the story. NOW! Albertus Eagle is looking like quite the fascinating character; curious, smart, and loyal. A true canine hero. And as someone who’s been owned by cats, his relationship with his feline cohort rings very true to life. I’m happily looking forward to reading more about his adventures.