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The Scent of a Poet's Past (Fairmont Finds Canine Cozy Mysteries Book 2) Kindle Edition

by Cate Lawley (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 249 ratings
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Fairmont’s sniffed out another body: a poet with a past.

When the wrong man is arrested for Pablo the poet’s murder, Zella’s friends convince her to lend a hand in finding the real killer. Zella and her gang of elderly White Sage residents team up to solve the crime, but Fairmont isn’t about to be left behind.

Can four ladies and their four-legged friend find a killer before there’s another victim?

Recipes and Fairmont-approved dog training tips included.
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    Fairmont Finds Canine Cozy Mysteries
  2. Print length
    324 pages
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    English
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    On Kindle Scribe
  5. Publication date
    May 24, 2019
  6. File size
    1628 KB
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07PXLVKB4
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ (May 24, 2019)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 24, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1628 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 324 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 249 ratings

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Cate Lawley

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USA Today bestselling author Cate Lawley writes humorous, action-filled mysteries that frequently contain paranormal elements.

When Cate’s not tapping away at her keyboard or in deep contemplation of her next fanciful writing project, she's sweeping up hairy dust bunnies and watching British mysteries.

Cate is from Austin, Texas (where many of her stories take place) but has recently migrated north to Boise, Idaho, where soup season (her favorite time of year) lasts more than two weeks.

She's worked as an attorney, a dog trainer, and in various other positions, but writer is the hands-down winner. She's thankful readers keep reading, so she can keep writing!

For bonus materials and updates, visit her website to join her mailing list: www.CateLawley.com.

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4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7 out of 5
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Jeanie Jackson
5.0 out of 5 stars A must read for cozy fans.
Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2019
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This series really caught me and Fairmont Finds a Poet, the second book in the series by Cate Lawley is as good as the first. I am concerned that it might be a sleeper, but in time, readers will discover it. I love Fairmont! Even though he is portrayed realistically, he is adorable and delightful. We get to see his thoughts between the regular chapters and they are the kind of thoughts that I attribute to my dogs, other than the ones about blood and death. I love that when he doesn't see Luke, his second most favorite person in the world, he is sure that is has been days and days and days.
We met newly adopted Fairmont in the first book of the series during which his person, Zella, discovers that he might be a trained cadaver dog. That makes him the perfect pet for the main character in a cozy mystery series. Fairmont Finds a Poet is less emotionally draining than the first book but both of them are excellent reads. I recommend this series for any lovers of cozy mysteries.
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Candy C.
5.0 out of 5 stars Delightful!
Reviewed in the United States on June 30, 2019
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I love that Fairmont gets to let us in on his thoughts. He is one special dog! Zella is a likeable character and her budding romance adds nicely to the mix. I hope there are more books coming!
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Annie Harris
4.0 out of 5 stars Great read
Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2019
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Humorous, funny and nice characters. Read it it in an afternoon. Extremely entertaining an worth the effort, look forward to the rest of the series.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful read
Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2021
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I love a good mystery, as well as well written books. This book more than meets both requirements. Plus it's exciting without being frightening. I also didn't guess who done it, which I like. And I love Fairmont & the author's extensive knowledge of all things dog! Read the first two in the series & can't wait to start #3. Forgot to mention the romance. Enjoying how that is playing out also.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Fun series
Reviewed in the United States on May 9, 2023
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I like how the characters progress through the series. And, of course, Fairmont is the best. He’s very aware of who needs his comfort, but mostly his Zella. Really like the sleuthing, granny gang, they are hysterical.
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Judy Johnson
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Series
Reviewed in the United States on September 29, 2020
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Perfect reading during a pandemic or any time. Fun characters, mysteries, and best of all a lovable dog.
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Melissa
4.0 out of 5 stars Fairmont
Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2019
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Nice and sweet. I enjoyed this cozy mystery. I must say that I particularly liked Fairmonts view point. Looking forward to reading more
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Karen Jean
5.0 out of 5 stars love me some fairmont
Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2019
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Murder in white sage is happening again. The sheriffs mom calls Zella to find her missing poet. Fairmont finds the poet and the case is a challenge to all the investigating ladies. Fairmont does his thing and more to help Zella and the others to solve the mysteries that keep happening. I wish Zella would be more open about facing her fears about her past and what she wants in the future.
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maggie6417
5.0 out of 5 stars Another good read
Reviewed in Canada on July 13, 2020
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I like these fluff books for summer reading when we are camping or out in the boat fishing and just relaxing.
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Sheri
5.0 out of 5 stars Good
Reviewed in Canada on January 10, 2020
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Enjoyed reading this book. Looking forward to the next Fairmont escapade
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swagman
5.0 out of 5 stars Fairmont does it again
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 29, 2020
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Zella gets a call from Luke's mother Geraldine to come out to her resort. On arrival with Fairmont they discover the body of a poet. Who murdered him and why? During investigating another body is found. Fairmont to the rescue.
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E. Wilson
4.0 out of 5 stars Fairmont rules the world.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 13, 2019
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Who couldn't love Fairmont?? I liked this book. I enjoyed the plot and have definitely fallen in love with Fairmont. His little chapters bring a smile to my face. Looking forward to the next one.
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charlie
5.0 out of 5 stars Poets past
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 7, 2020
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I’ve enjoyed both books, this second one was a bit more believable. Both a lovely escape, and the little group of elderly ladies I’d love to meet them.,being one myself but nowhere near so adventurous.
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