Synopses & Reviews
“A treat for dog lovers, aficionados of the bizarre, and fans of unusual mysteries, all of whom just might sit up and beg Allbritten for her next entry.” —Richmond Times-Dispatch
Tripping Magazine is a quirky low-budget magazine that reports on travel destinations for believers in the paranormal. A few fake ghosts away from throwing in the towel, the Tripping staff get the tip of a lifetime when they get a call from Charlotte Baskerville, the rich founder of a clothing company for small dogs. Charlotte thinks that her beloved Chihuahua, Petey, has come back from the dead, and shes desperate for someone to come verify his appearances.
“Frightfully funny.” —Mystery Scene
The magazines three-person reporting team travels to Manitou Springs, Colorado, sure that the ghostly dog will be a work of fiction. But when they arrive, they see evidence of Petey with their own eyes. And hes not just floating by—hes howling advice and spelling out threats with tiny paw prints. Is the ghost real? Or is someone teaching a dead dog new tricks…like murder?
“Thoroughly enjoyable. Come! Sit! Read!”—Nancy Atherton, bestselling author of the Aunt Dimity mysteries
Review
"A light and engaging tale with charming characters that will appeal to those outside of both mystery and canine genres."—Kirkus Reviews "Allbritten's debut offers eccentric characters, a lively pace, and adorable tiny dogs."—Publishers Weekly "Allbritten ... has created likable characters, an intriguing mystery, and a quaint setting."—Library Journal
Synopsis
Tripping Magazine is a quirky low-budget magazine that reports on travel destinations for believers in the paranormal. A few fake ghosts away from throwing in the towel, the Tripping staff get the tip of a lifetime when they get a call from Charlotte Baskerville, the rich founder of a clothing company for small dogs. Charlotte thinks that her beloved Chihuahua, Petey, has come back from the dead, and shes desperate for someone to come verify his appearances.
The magazines three-person reporting team travels to Manitou Springs, Colorado, sure that the ghostly dog will be a work of fiction. But when they arrive, they see evidence of Petey with their own eyes. And hes not just floating by—hes howling advice and spelling out threats with tiny paw prints. Is the ghost real? Or is someone teaching a dead dog new tricks…like murder? Find out in Esri Allbritten's Chihuahua of the Baskervilles.
About the Author
ESRI ALLBRITTEN lives in Boulder, Colorado. In addition to her writing, she enjoys sush, bowling, and madrigals. Visit her on the Web at www.esriallbritten.com.