The Dog-Eared Diary: A Chrissy the Shih Tzu Mystery

by Diane Wing

Overview

Chrissy digs up clues to help Autumn solve a historical disappearance and a modern-day murder mystery

Autumn Clarke is getting her life back to normal with the help of her extraordinary shih tzu, Chrissy, when the death of a local philanthropist reveals the man’s dark family secrets, as well as unexpected ties to Autumn. When Chrissy discovers a dog-eared diary in the dead man’s family home, Autumn discovers that things in the Clarke family are not quite as they seem. Can Autumn interpret the hidden clues in the dog-eared diary to crack the most puzzling disappearance in Knollwood history? Are the recent murders connected to the past? Is Chrissy more insightful than Autumn realized?

"I have fallen in love with Chrissy and Autumn and their continuing journey to health while finding themselves in the middle of a murder mystery adventure. My pre-teen daughter and I enjoyed reading The Dog-Eared Diary and then discussing the clues, plot twists, and characters."
--Antoinette Brickhaus, Maryland

"Through the relationship between Autumn and Chrissy, Wing also shows the importance of therapy animals and how much they can help those who need them. Add a sweet romance to the intrigue of the mystery and you've got a book that you won't want to put down."
-- Melissa Alvarez, Intuitive, animal communicator and author of Animal Frequency and Llewellyn's Little Book of Spirit Animals

"Diane Wing has created a wonderfully endearing little character in Chrissy the Shih Tzu. It really shines through that the author is a lover of animals and dogs. I can see these books quickly becoming a cherished addition to the cozy mystery genre."
--J. New, author of The Yellow Cottage Vintage Mysteries

Book #2 in the Chrissy the Shih Tzu Mysteries
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Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781615994717
Publisher:	Modern History Press
Publication date:	08/15/2019
Pages:	170
Product dimensions:	6.14(w) x 9.21(h) x 0.36(d)

About the Author

Diane Wing, M.A. grew up in a household where her vivid imagination could thrive. Crafting short stories and poetry from an early age, writing remained part of her life throughout her 25-year corporate career. Her training in clinical psychology shows up in her characters' struggles and in her non-fiction books about energetic consciousness, tarot, and happiness. Diane seeks to help the reader find the flame of their own unique path sparked by her stories and insights for personal growth. Diane is an avid reader, bibliophile, lover of trees and animals, and a lifelong learner. She and her husband are pet parents to a sweet little Shih Tzu. • Find out more, listen to Wing Academy Radio, and take the Vibrational Quiz at www.DianeWing.com. • Check out her author website at www.DianeWingAuthor.com. • Like her on Facebook facebook.com/dianewingauthor

Editorial Reviews

If you have already met a young lady called Autumn, and her fluffy little dog, Chrissy, you’ll look forward to following them with another murder investigation. If not, you are in for a pleasant surprise, and this story stands perfectly well alone. The little town of Knollwood is the location of several murders. It helps that the principal investigator has the police detective in love with her. Any book worth remembering has lessons under the surface. I approve of these ones. They are mostly about human nature, and the way good people treat each other. Read, and find out what I mean.

-- Bob Rich, PhD, author of Ascending Spiral

What a fun and captivating read! Diane delivers complex plot lines and a cast of memorable characters passionate about their canine companions and crime solving. A very original and satisfying story for mystery fans. I could not put it down until the very end. An outstanding read! The Dog-Eared Diary is the second install­ment in Diane Wing's new series, but it stands alone as a solid page-turner. The two and four-legged characters we first met in Attorney-At-Paw are at it again, solving a decades-old missing persons case in a charming Pennsylvania town. A fresh, original storyline with rich historical overtones, surprising twists and turns, and characters you will be very sad to say goodbye to. May there be many more adventures with Chrissy! This would make a GREAT television series! Someone, please call The Hallmark Channel!

-- Maxine Ashcraft, California

I have read several of Ms. Wing's books and as always she keeps me guessing till the end when all is revealed. I have fallen in love with Chrissy and Autumn and their continuing journey to health while finding themselves in the middle of a murder mystery adventure. My pre-teen daughter and I enjoyed reading The Dog-Eared Diary and then discussing the clues, plot twists and characters. I am looking forward to the next installment of Chrissy and Autumn's adventures!

-- Antoinette Brickhaus, Maryland

Loved this book! The second of the Chrissy the shih tzu mysteries tells the story of how a secret changes Autumn Clarke's life forever and how Autumn and Chrissy investigate the unexpected death of a prominent town member. We are reintroduced to Ray, Autumn's love interest, his ex-police dog, Ace, and several of Autumn and Chrissy's friends. A fun and engaging read! Looking forward to Book Three!!

-- Terri Chalmers, New Jersey

I love the world of The Dog-Eared Diary because we get many plot twists in a matter of pages. From thinking we have the culprit but then, plot twist, we are again searching for clues as to who the real criminal is. People of all ages will enjoy this book for sure as it is a one of a kind!!

-- Veronica Brickhaus, Maryland

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