This is a wonderful series for dog lovers, residents (or lovers) of the Smoky Mountains, and fans of light mysteries. The characters feel like people I have actually met in this region of the country. I recognize the personality types and the ethos described as genuine to the author's stated locale. The 4-star rating is specific to genre - fun, light mysteries. Looking forward to reading the rest of the series.

Gun Shy (Raine Stockton Dog Mysteries, #3)

Nestled in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains, Hanover County draws tourists every fall to leaf-look and hike. But unlike them, Michelle White came to die. The cops don’t know if it was suicide, but for days, her body has lain in a cabin, her wheelchair toppled, her hand around a shotgun—and her terrified dog starving. So they call in Raine Stockton, known among these parts for her canny way with canines… Busy with a thriving kennel business, an annoying new neighbor, four dogs, and an estranged husband looking to reunite, Raine hardly has time for the poor dog she’s named Hero. But as she falls for him, questions Why were there no groceries, luggage, or dog food in the cabin? And if Michelle was paralyzed on her right side, why was the gun in her right hand? Only Hero knows…and it’s up to Raine to find out.

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