Can’t Wait Wednesday #135: Dogged Pursuit by David Rosenfelt

Can’t Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted by Wishful Endings, to spotlight and discuss the books we’re excited about that we have yet to read. Generally they’re books that have yet to be released. It’s based on Waiting on Wednesday, hosted by the Jill at Breaking the Spine. So let me introduce you my Can’t Wait Wednesday #135 pick.  Click on the book’s cover to add it to your Goodreads shelf (opens in a new window).

From The Publisher:

In Dogged Pursuit, David Rosenfelt takes readers back to the start of this beloved series as Andy Carpenter begins his career as a defense attorney in Paterson, New Jersey.

Andy Carpenter has spent the three years since graduating law school working as a prosecutor in Paterson. But having seen how the system never looks out for the little guy, he leaves to start his own practice as a defense attorney. His office might be a little bit of a dump, but he’s excited to make a change.

Andy goes to the shelter to adopt a dog, where he meets his beloved golden retriever, Tara, for the first time and feels an immediate connection. The shelter is crowded and Tara’s been sharing space with a dog named Sunny; Andy hates to break them up and so asks to take Sunny, too, but since there’s a pending criminal case involving the owner, he’ll need to get written permission for temporary possession.

Andy discovers that Sunny’s owner, Frank Tierney, has been arrested for the murder of his ex-boss. But he takes an immediate liking to Frank and his clear dedication to his dog, and ends up with his first case along with the two dogs.

This prequel to the long-running and perennially popular Andy Carpenter mysteries is a gift for fans and a terrific entry-point for newcomers.

Why I Can’t Wait To Read Dogged Pursuit:

I haven’t read any books by this author before but I like the sound of this synopsis. I love dogs and when they become part of the storyline I simply can’t resist.

Other Recent Picks for Can’t Wait Wednesday:

Can’t Wait Wednesday #134: Other People’s Summers by Sarah Morgan

Can’t Wait Wednesday # 133: The Other Side of Now by Paige Harbison

Can’t Wait Wednesday #132: The California Dreamers by Amy Mason Doan

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I hope you have a wonderful day!