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Serendipity Dahlquist’s world feels upended when the dog her late father kept is abducted. Determined not to lose her most precious connection to him, she relies on her sarcastic grandmother for advice but ultimately turns to the hard‑boiled private investigator Leo “Bloodhound” Bloodworth. Together, they navigate the bustling streets of Los Angeles and its eclectic neighborhoods, turning a personal loss into a broader whodunnit that tests their wits and resolve. In a tale that blends humor with sharp detective work, the duo must outmaneuver a mystery that grows tighter with every step.
First publish date: 1985
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Private Investigator
Authors: Dick Lochte
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