Unleashed: An Andy Carpenter Mystery

July 23, 2013

Andy Carpenter is the kind of guy who would prefer a quiet day, a good meal, and the company of a dog over just about anything else. Unfortunately for him, quiet days have a way of disappearing fast. In Unleashed, what begins as a simple favor soon drags Andy into a situation that feels wrong from the start, and only gets worse the deeper he goes. Before long, he is caught in a case filled with danger, suspicion, and the uncomfortable realization that somebody out there is playing for keeps.

What makes the story click is the way David Rosenfelt blends sharp humor with real tension. Andy’s running commentary gives the book its personality, but underneath the wisecracks is a fast-moving mystery with real stakes. There is trouble coming from more than one direction, and the deeper Andy digs, the clearer it becomes that this is not the kind of mess a person can just walk away from. The result is a story that feels light on its feet while still keeping the pressure on.

Unleashed is the kind of novel that pulls readers in with charm and keeps them hooked with momentum. It has the wit, legal intrigue, and dog-loving heart that fans of the Andy Carpenter series expect, while still delivering a case that stands strong on its own. For readers who like mysteries with personality, pace, and just enough chaos to keep things interesting, this one promises a very entertaining ride.