Flop Dead Gorgeous

July 4, 2023

In the captivating novel, Flop Dead Gorgeous, by acclaimed author David Rosenfelt, protagonist Andy Carpenter embarks on a cross-country quest to clear the name of an old friend.

Though now a retired attorney, Andy Carpenter fondly recalls each canine that has been a part of the Tara Foundation, the dog rescue organization he established in Paterson, New Jersey. One particularly famous alum is Mamie, a petite French poodle adopted by renowned actress and Andy’s former high school sweetheart, Jenny Nichols. Mamie has achieved celebrity status in her own right.

Andy harbors no resentment toward his old flame, and he and his wife, Laurie, even share a dinner with Jenny while she’s in town shooting her latest blockbuster. However, the morning after their lively meal, an unforeseen twist occurs: Jenny’s co-star is discovered lifeless, a knife lodged in his back. Soon enough, Jenny is implicated in the murder and seeks Andy’s legal expertise.

As Mamie rekindles her bond with Tara, Andy’s golden retriever, Andy delves into the complex world of the elite and famous.