Who knew dog training could turn deadly?
The danger’s not from the dogs. Sure, they might bark, disobey, and frustrate their owners, but they’re not murderous. The humans, on the other hand . . .
Sheila and Clara enroll their dogs, Gracie and LuLu, in a refresher training course in Haines Tavern, Kentucky. They discover a few familiar faces among the humans and canines. The rest, though, are new to them. Including two couples who might need more training than their unruly dogs do.
When one of the humans is found murdered, Sheila and Clara start tracking clues, from fellow dog owners and others around North Bend County.
Now that Sheila’s filled in Teague O’Donnell about her past, she’s ready for their relationship to take a new turn . . . Except he’s still keeping secrets about what happened in his past. So, Sheila has another mystery to solve, one of the heart.
"This is one of the best mystery books I've read in a very long time!’
"Murder and laughs. Can't wait for more."
If you’re new to the Secret sleuth mystery series, don’t miss the start, with a dead body on a transatlantic cruise in Death on the Diversion. In Death on Torrid Avenue and later books, accidental investigator Sheila returns to dry land in the Midwest, where mysteries abound in her new Kentucky home.
Secret Sleuth series
Death on the Diversion
Death on Torrid Avenue
Death on Beguiling Way
Death on Covert Circle
Death on Shady Bridge
Death on Carrion Lane
Death on ZigZag Trail
Death on Puzzle Place
Death on Riddle Road
Death on Gallows Path
What readers say about the Secret Sleuth series
"If you haven't discovered Patricia McLinn yet, you are in for a treat. I have not found a book of hers that I didn't enjoy . . . Check it out!" -5*
"The trifecta: Funny, Clever and Clean! " -5*
‘Has Agatha Christie and Poirot in the garb of two fascinating ladies. A definite read for mystery lovers." -5*
‘McLinn's Secret Sleuth series has the same winning components of her Caught Dead in Wyoming series: a likable central character, well developed setting, fun supporting cast, and a great story. McLinn writes intelligent cozies." -5*
"If you like a clever mystery, with lots of insider dog humor don't miss this series. " -5*
The Sheila Mackey Collection
As she builds her new life, Sheila tries her hand at writing novels. Her experiments in genres and styles are brought together for your reading pleasure here in the Sheila Mackey Collection.
Lattimore Mountain (contemporary romance)
Alex in Search (YA fantasy/magic)
Make Believe (romantic suspense)
Looking for more mystery while you wait for Secret Sleuth books?
Caught Dead in Wyoming series
Sign Off
Left Off
Shoot First
Last Ditch
Look Live
Back Story
Cold Open
Hot Roll
Reaction Shot
Body Brace
Cross Talk
Air Ready
Holiday Bullets
Cue Up
Head Room
Match Cut
The Innocence Trilogy
Proof of Innocence
Price of Innocence
Premise of Innocence
Genre: Mystery
The danger’s not from the dogs. Sure, they might bark, disobey, and frustrate their owners, but they’re not murderous. The humans, on the other hand . . .
Sheila and Clara enroll their dogs, Gracie and LuLu, in a refresher training course in Haines Tavern, Kentucky. They discover a few familiar faces among the humans and canines. The rest, though, are new to them. Including two couples who might need more training than their unruly dogs do.
When one of the humans is found murdered, Sheila and Clara start tracking clues, from fellow dog owners and others around North Bend County.
Now that Sheila’s filled in Teague O’Donnell about her past, she’s ready for their relationship to take a new turn . . . Except he’s still keeping secrets about what happened in his past. So, Sheila has another mystery to solve, one of the heart.
"This is one of the best mystery books I've read in a very long time!’
"Murder and laughs. Can't wait for more."
If you’re new to the Secret sleuth mystery series, don’t miss the start, with a dead body on a transatlantic cruise in Death on the Diversion. In Death on Torrid Avenue and later books, accidental investigator Sheila returns to dry land in the Midwest, where mysteries abound in her new Kentucky home.
Secret Sleuth series
Death on the Diversion
Death on Torrid Avenue
Death on Beguiling Way
Death on Covert Circle
Death on Shady Bridge
Death on Carrion Lane
Death on ZigZag Trail
Death on Puzzle Place
Death on Riddle Road
Death on Gallows Path
What readers say about the Secret Sleuth series
"If you haven't discovered Patricia McLinn yet, you are in for a treat. I have not found a book of hers that I didn't enjoy . . . Check it out!" -5*
"The trifecta: Funny, Clever and Clean! " -5*
‘Has Agatha Christie and Poirot in the garb of two fascinating ladies. A definite read for mystery lovers." -5*
‘McLinn's Secret Sleuth series has the same winning components of her Caught Dead in Wyoming series: a likable central character, well developed setting, fun supporting cast, and a great story. McLinn writes intelligent cozies." -5*
"If you like a clever mystery, with lots of insider dog humor don't miss this series. " -5*
The Sheila Mackey Collection
As she builds her new life, Sheila tries her hand at writing novels. Her experiments in genres and styles are brought together for your reading pleasure here in the Sheila Mackey Collection.
Lattimore Mountain (contemporary romance)
Alex in Search (YA fantasy/magic)
Make Believe (romantic suspense)
Looking for more mystery while you wait for Secret Sleuth books?
Caught Dead in Wyoming series
Sign Off
Left Off
Shoot First
Last Ditch
Look Live
Back Story
Cold Open
Hot Roll
Reaction Shot
Body Brace
Cross Talk
Air Ready
Holiday Bullets
Cue Up
Head Room
Match Cut
The Innocence Trilogy
Proof of Innocence
Price of Innocence
Premise of Innocence
Genre: Mystery