Bernie Little and Chet the Jetster, the two principles of the Little Detective Agency, are asked to meet with an hydrologist in Dollhouse Canyon outside Phoenix. When they arrive, Dr. Wendell Nero is dead with his throat cut. The deputy who arrives to investigate is not too worried, just a robbery gone wrong. Bernie and Chet, however, continue to investigate and discover that Florian Machado paid a visit to Dr. Nero. Then they discover a vineyard on the other side of the mountain housing Dollhouse Canyon and another hydrologist. Soon, the investigation becomes more complicated when Chet is kidnapped and rich lawyers and a university's endowment fund get involved. But the worst part is when Suzie comes home from London, engaged to another man. This series never fails to entertain; told from the viewpoint of Chet, a very talented member of the nation within, one of my favorite dogs.

I have to admit that I love the Spencer Quinn Chet and Bernie detective series. And I'm not even much of a dog lover, but somehow Mr. Quinn infuses Chet (the dog) with such insight and personality that it's hard to turn away. I wondered it if'd be hard for the author to keep coming up with interesting storylines for this intriguing pair, but somehow, he's created an interesting, witty, thoroughly enjoyable book.

Thanks for giving me the opportunity to hang out with Chet and Bernie one more time. Great book!

Fun and charming addition to a popular series. People who are already bought in will probably buy this next addition without reference to reviews. If you have not read the previous volumes (I have not) but you a) love dogs, b) read mysteries, and c) need some lite escape; this is the series for you. Especially in these times, a little cotton candy distraction might be just what the doctor ordered.