Hey Diddle Diddle, the Runaway Riddle: A Retired Sleuth and Dog Historical Cozy Mystery (One Man and His Dog Cozy Mysteries)

Former Inspector Tom Ramsey is planning to hike the Fells and hit some high peaks with his Border Collie, Braken. He’s certainly not planning on doing any investigating. But when he comes across a young lady fleeing from some men, he steps in to help. Sophia has been reported missing and believed to be a runaway after an argument with her father. In reality, she was kidnapped and had escaped. With no ransom issued for her, Ramsey is convinced she’s in danger. Getting the local police interested is a challenge, though. Enlisting the help of Sophia’s friend and potential fiancé, Alistair, the three musketeers set some traps for their foes. Can they determine who wants Sophia out of the way before things turn deadly?

P. C. James kicks off this spinoff from his Miss Riddell series with a puzzling mystery that will keep you guessing. Ramsey and Braken are charming and Sophia is a feisty heroine. Despite her teenage angst and occasional griping, she actively participates in her investigation. She and Alistair make a cute couple with their bickering and banter. Looking forward to more to come in this new series.

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