Cry Wolf
By (Author) Lark O. Jensen
2
Crooked Lane Books
Crooked Lane Books
5th December 2023
United States
General
Fiction
813.6
Hardback
272
Width 146mm, Height 218mm
567g
Perfect for fans of Paige Shelton, Alaskan tour boat guide Stacie Calder must brace for a tough winter at Juneau Wildlife World when she realizes that the wolves aren't the only predators on the prowl. Even though the boat tours off the coast of Alaska have shut down for the winter, Stacie Calder is looking forward to her next adventure- joining the dedicated team at the Juneau Wildlife World, a wild animal sanctuary. Along with Sasha, her wonderful husky companion, she's prepared to spend the long season in the scenic park. But not everyone is so chipper about the new additions-least of all, Stacie's new manager, Oliver Brownling. He constantly gives Stacie a hard time, specifically because she brought Sasha along with her. That is, until his mauled body is found in a remote part of the sanctuary containing wolves. When it becomes clear that a human was responsible for the brutal murder, all eyes look to Stacie. Encouraged by her friend, Officer Liam Amaruq of the Alaskan State Troopers, Stacie is resolved to find the murderer but knows that her investigation will be difficult with the long suspect list she's made. Did the sanctuary director, Wayne Deerfield, plot to get rid of him Or maybe it was the looked-over Carlo Randallo, upset over a missed promotion Stacie wonders about some of the newer employees, especially since Oliver's personality made it easy to make enemies. With the winter weather worsening, Stacie and Sasha are forced to stay at the sanctuary with the wolves-and her colleagues. As the storm gets worse, it's clear that this killer has a taste for blood and may strike again. Will Stacie be able to find the murderer, or will the hunter become the hunted
Praise for Bear Witness:
Lovely landscape, colorful characters, and a smart, likable heroine. What more could a cozy fan ask for! A charming debut. I cant wait for the next one!
Deb Baker, award-winning author of Murder Passes the Buck
A fun whodunit . . . especially for dog lovers!
Maddy Hunter, author of the Passport to Peril mysteries
Fans of outdoor adventure cozies will love this intriguing new series . . . Jensens extensive knowledge of Alaska and its wildlife enriches the story.
Hannah Dennison, author of The Island Sisters Mysteries
With her sensational descriptions of scenery and wildlife, Lark O. Jensen takes readers on a virtual vacation to awe-inspiring Alaska in Bear Witness. I had a rollicking time riding along with animal expert and tour guide Stacie Calder as she insinuates herself in a murder case. A cold-hearted killer, a warm and fluffy husky, and a hot, hunky investigator round out this charming cozy mystery.
Diane Kelly, author of Getaway with Murder and the Paw Enforcement mysteries
By any other name, Lark O. Jensen writes from a real-life passion for animals and other marvels of the natural environment. Its no wonder, then, that her latest protagonist, boat tour guide Stacie Calder and Stacies husky pup Sasha, end up in Alaska, where theres an unmatched abundance of wildlife and spectacular views. In Bear Witness Jensen gives usan engaging amateur sleuth and a satisfying mysterysurrounded by ice floes and glaciers, Alaskan birds and harbor seals, porpoises and whales, bears and wolves. Enough variety to keep the most expectant touristand readerhappy.
Camille Minichino, author of the Alaskan Diner mysteries (as Elizabeth Logan)
Jensen nicely balances the crime solving and Stacies personal life, and dog lovers will cheer Sashas heroics. Cozy fans will eagerly await the sequel.
Publishers Weekly
A new series that will appeal to nature lovers and those who like a little romance in their cozy mysteries . . . [Kept] me guessing until the end.
Seattle Book Review
A mystery buffs delight from first page to last. Original, compelling, entertaining throughout.
Midwest Book Review
Lark O. Jensen, a former lawyer who is now a full-time writer, has published 53 books so far, including mysteries and romantic novels. She has written several cozy mystery series including the Barkery & Biscuits Mysteries and Superstition Mysteries for Midnight Ink, and the Kendra Ballantyne, Pet-Sitter Mysteries and Pet Rescue Mysteries for Berkley Prime Crime. She also writes romances for Harlequin, including Harlequin Romantic Suspense. Her latest release is Colton First Responder, for Harlequin Romantic Suspense. Nearly all Lark's current stories involve dogs!