Rene Roberts'
Dog Walker Mysteries Series
Book 1 : Dognapping for Beginners
Dognapping was never part of the plan…
but neither was murder
My name is Nikki Lawry. I'm not much of a joiner—more of a dog person, but that suits me just fine. I have my reasons. All I dream about these days is my own animal rescue centre, and I'm saving every penny I earn to purchase the land I need, one dog walking gig at a time.
That's why I live in a tiny house in my mom's backyard, hooked up with a garden hose and an extension cord. Fancy. Like I said, minding my own business, saving every penny
But when I stumbled upon an abused dog in my favorite client, Miss K’s neighborhood, I made a split-second decision to stage a daring late-night rescue. Stealing a dog isn’t exactly legal, but I know we’re doing the right thing.
Then the dog owner turns up dead. When? Why when I was skulking round with my trusty bolt cutters, of course.
Now, I’m caught between proving my innocence and protecting the pup I risked everything to save. With the suspicious, newly promoted—and horribly rude—Detective Sean McCall on my tail, I must untangle the truth—before I end up in the doghouse… permanently.
Perfect for fans of charming small-town mysteries, quirky characters, and heartwarming canine sidekicks.
Book 1 : BlackMail for Beginners
Some secrets are worth keeping.
Others are deadly.
My name is Nikki Lawry and I'm hosting my very first "Who's the Boss" dog training retreat to finance my dream of a dog rescue center. I picked the perfect spot, up on Eagle Mountain. Fresh air, good food, good company, and relaxed dog training demonstrations—what could go wrong?
It’s not long before I recognize there are dark undercurrents connecting my guests, perhaps with secrets that if dug up, are far worse than having a dog who can’t be trusted without a muzzle
Then the worst happens—a body is discovered, ending my fledgling dog training retreats maybe forever—and my friend is accused of the murder. When I set out to clear my friend’s name—against Detective Sean McCall’s warning—it quickly becomes clear the killer is willing to do whatever it takes to keep their past buried.
Can I untangle the truth before someone else gets hurt—or worse?
With a cast of quirky campers, unpredictable canine antics, and a mystery that keeps twisting, Blackmail for Beginners is the perfect cozy whodunit for dog lovers and amateur sleuths alike.
Book 3 : Gaslighting for Beginners
Lights. Camera. Murder.
My name is Nikki Lawry and I never expected to land a gig in Hollywood, let alone as a last-minute animal wrangler on a troubled film set. But with a desperate producer offering me a pay check big enough to fund my dream animal rescue, I jumped at the chance—dogs, diva actors, and all.
Then the screenwriter turned up dead.
Trapped on a glitzy estate with a cast of egos, secrets, and suspicious security measures, I quickly realize there’s more at stake than a failing film. Someone is gaslighting the production, and when accidents start piling up, my instincts tell me someone I care about could be next.
Putting aside my pride, I called Detective Sean MacCall for some advice. Naturally he told me to leave. Of course I can’t—I've already spent the money!
With only my wits, the mansion’s service staff, my loyal pups, and Kim working overtime on the scripts, I have to uncover the truth before the killer rewrites the ending… permanently.
If you love snappy humor, adorable dogs, and cozy mysteries with a touch of Hollywood drama, Gaslighting for Beginners is your next must-read!
Book 4 : Larceny for Beginners
A fresh start, a new town…
and a suspicious death.
My name is Nikki Lawry and I’ve finally done it—I’ve bought the land to build my long-awaited dog rescue. Sure, it’s a little overgrown, and the lake is more of a pond, but it’s mine. Making friends with the grumpy old farmer, Charlie Brandt next door? Totally doable
Charlie’s best friend turned up dead. The police called it suicide; Charlie called it murder; and I promised to help him prove it—what was I thinking?
Sixteen hours from my arrival, I’m already drawn into the tangled history of the land, its former owner, and a town full of secrets. But—I can’t shake the feeling Charlie is right—someone in Junction Village is a killer.
Now I’m making a name for myself—but it’s not as the friendly new neighbor. More like the woman asking too many questions. Naturally Detective Sean McCall is not impressed
Can I uncover the truth before my dream of a dog rescue turns into a nightmare? Or will my curiosity dig up something best left buried?
Fans of small-town charm, quirky characters, and four-legged sidekicks will love Larceny for Beginners!
Book 5 : Dirty Deeds for Beginners
Some mornings start with coffee.
Nikki’s starts with murder.
My name is Nikki Lawry and all I wanted was to grab some essentials to deal with poor Leo’s morning encounter with a neighborhood skunk, but when I stepped into the local pharmacy and found a body instead—my morning took a deadly detour.
Things get even stranger when a second victim is discovered, barely alive with no memory of his attacker. With the town buzzing over the mystery and rumors swirling, I can’t shake the feeling that something bigger is at play here. Then my new dog rescue build site is vandalized—turning me from a concerned citizen into a potential target.
It’s clear that someone in Junction Village doesn’t want me here—or my questions—and they seem to be sticking around to do whatever it takes to keep their dirty deeds buried. Detective Sean MacCall catches the case and warns me this is bigger than I know and to stay out of it.
If only I didn’t like the guy so much—it would make it so much easier to do what I absolutely intend to do.
Turns out I should have listened to Sean…
If you love quirky small-town mysteries, four-legged sidekicks, and amateur sleuths who refuse to back down, Dirty Deeds for Beginners is the next cozy mystery you won’t want to miss!
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