Sick as a Dog

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Echoes of a past tragedy haunt Veronica Kildare as she and her talented search and rescue and drug detection dog, Leda, are drawn into an investigation surrounding odd fish and wildlife deaths in the Colorado wilderness by her friend, Kimana, an award-winning freelance investigative reporter. The mystery surrounding this backcountry region only deepens when Leda discovers the body of a dead woman in the area under scrutiny and the district wildlife manager is targeted in a devious attack.

While Veronica also trains a conservation canine and a 911 call center therapy dog who are desperately needed as service animals, and searches for lost hikers in peril, her entire team is soon involved in trying to uncover the identity of the murder victim and the reason for her violent death. Veronica and Leda tenaciously follow the trail of the criminals who have brutally disrupted the serenity of the Repentant River, and it eventually becomes clear that the ominous events originate from more than one source and the villains have far-reaching national and international connections. Can Veronica and her team decipher the sources of the evil that have turned the wilderness deadly in time to prevent further tragedy

Reviews

"Sick as a Dog is an action-packed mystery that had me hooked from page one thanks to the fearless duo of Veronica Kildare and her canine partner, Leda. Their search-and-rescue missions are thrilling. The author's vivid descriptions of nature make the wilderness feel like a character in its own right, full of danger and beauty. There's a bit of romance blooming as well, with Veronica taking the first steps to healing from her tragic past. Did I mention she's also a kick ass I can't wait to see what Veronica and Leda take on next!" -- Marla A. White, Award-Winning Author of Cause for Elimination
5*- Tails, Trails, and a Body Count
"...I Love These Books!! Tracy Carter has created an incredible set of characters, both human and animal, with these stories, and every single book so far in the series has been superb. If you are a fan of animals, excellent mysteries, well-developed characters, or simply looking for an exciting read, then Sick as a Dog is definitely the book for you...Sick as a Dog is fun and exciting from the very first page to the last, mostly because there is so much going on and the reader will feel involved in every part of it...I cannot recommend Sick as a Dog enough to everyone out there. I am very excited to see from the ending of this novel that there will definitely be a fourth book in the series. There is simply no way around it, thank goodness! This series is definitely a winner, and I hope that Ms. Carter continues for a very long time sharing the adventures of Veronica, Leda, and all of their friends and family. 5 Stars!!!" -- Reviewed by Kathy Stickles for Reader Views
"Sick as a Dog serves as an excellent new entry in the story of Veronica Kildare and her dog, Leda. Tracy Carter has written an engaging book packed with suspense, drama, and a continued appreciation for the warmth provided by man's best friend." -- The Book Review Directory

Author Bio

Tracy Carter graduated from the University of Glasgow, Scotland with a Master's degree in History. Her lengthy career as a legal assistant has included stints at international law firms and prosecutors' offices, followed by jobs as the Horse Identifier at two thoroughbred racetracksall while training dogs in obedience and rally. Tracy's first book is the Gold Medal winner in the 2023 Readers' Favorite International Book Award Contest in the Fiction-Animals genre, and her second book is a 2024 BookFest First Place Award Winner in the Fiction-Detective-Women Sleuths genre. She lives near Cleveland, Ohio with her husband and Llewellin Setter, where she is an avid hiker and dedicated college football fan. You can learn more about the Veronica Kildare K-9 Mystery series and Tracy at her website www.tracycarterbooks.com.