Books like The trouble with chickens by Doreen Cronin
When a beloved barn chicken disappears, the town swears it’s a simple fence issue. But evidence suggests another story. A former search‑and‑rescue dog, retired from heroic work, spots hidden clues everyone missed. With his keen nose and old‑school investigative spirit, he follows the trail through hilarious twists, outsmarting rival farmers and uncovering a plot that involves more than just a lost bird.
First publish date: 2011
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Cozy Mystery
Authors: Doreen Cronin
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