Telling Lies by L.A. Dobbs is the first in the Sam Mason K9 Dog Mystery series. Lucy is a street-smart GSD mix in the fictional town of White Rock, NH. An escapee from the local animal shelter, Lucy has a knack for being in the right place at the right time. A missing person case turns into homicide when Lucy finds a body in the river. Her keen observational skills lead her to the clues needed to put the killer behind bars. The town's police chief, Sam Mason, recognizes Lucy's crime-solving skills and wants to make her a permanent member of his team. Despite the predictable plot, this cozy mystery is a delightful afternoon read. Our reviewer gives it a rating of four out of five bones.
