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Nominated for the Edgar and Shamus Awards, David Rosenfelt’s debut novel, Open and Shut, was widely praised by readers and critics. Now Rosenfelt returns with a riveting new mystery, First Degree, featuring irreverent and dynamic lawyer Andy Carpenter… When a cop’s body is found burned and decapitated, the last thing Andy Carpenter expected is for a stranger to waltz into his office and admit to the crime. For the wise-cracking millionaire defense attorney suffering from “ lawyer’s block,” the case looks like a no-brainer…until the cops pick up another suspect: Andy’s lead P.I. Laurie Collins, who happens to be the love of his life. Soon Laurie’s facing conviction for the grisly murder and Andy must desperately try to save her. All he had wanted was a case to sink his teeth into. Now he gets one that’s a kick in the head…and the heart.
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"This is a very entertaining mystery/law/dog lover book series. Andy Carpenter makes me laugh - I love his sarcasm so much. Actually, I love all the characters in these stories and look forward to seeing them again as I continue through the series. "
— Beth (4 out of 5 stars)
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" lawyer book, like Grishem books. "
— Ginger, 2/18/2014 -
" This series gets better with each book. I am particulary happy with it now that he has started a shelter and I am hoping that dogs become larger characters in his legal thrillers. Fun read that you just don't want to put down once you start to read. "
— Fefe, 2/16/2014 -
" This is the 2nd in the Andy Carpenter series, and is just as witty and great as the first. It is easy to bond with the character, and I think David Rosenfelt is unusual and a great author! "
— Verna, 2/16/2014 -
" A wonderful read and a great book to listen to by audio book! "
— Lindsay, 2/14/2014 -
" The first book of his career, and I'm planning to read them all. Good plot and character development--a smooth read with wit sprinkled liberally throughout. "
— Barbara, 2/12/2014 -
" I picked this up as an audio book when my first choice didn't come in to the library in time for our recent vacation. After First Degree, both my husband and I look forward to listening to the rest of the Andy Carpenter series on future trips! "
— LSM, 2/10/2014 -
" You can read my thoughts here. "
— Joy, 1/31/2014 -
" Having lots of fun with this series -entertaining - and - Lexie is right - they get better. "
— Jayne, 1/25/2014 -
" It was kind of exciting with all the action but on the other hand, it was also a very slow paced book. XD "
— Jenifer, 1/18/2014 -
" the dog lover lawyer is back. now, the discovery of a once dirty, now decapitated cop with 2 prime suspects. the last suspect turns out to be girl friend Laurie Collins, good book. showed how the kennel biz got started. "
— Steve, 1/3/2014 -
" Very entertaining read - not a work of genius but I really like Andy Carpenter and a lot of it has to do with how he idolizes his dog. LOL "
— Sarah, 1/1/2014 -
" Another good read, only problem was it was so much like the first one... He's a good writer and his book move along fast. I purchased four of them and kind of regret that now.. "
— Jo, 12/27/2013 -
" Really love the characters that Rosenfelt has created in this series... "
— Nicole, 12/22/2013 -
" I really like this series. it was a good story with plenty of humor. "
— Sandy, 12/4/2013 -
" Second book in the Andy Carpenter series. Okay not great. "
— Kathy, 12/2/2013 -
" I think this book is great. The main character, Andy Carpenter, is hilariouly funny and likeable. I loved it. "
— Mary, 11/30/2013 -
" Great easy read, with a twist. "
— Adria, 10/23/2013 -
" Good story, fast read - I love the author's wit! "
— Pamela, 10/7/2013 -
" I so enjoy the subtle wit of the character, Andy Carpenter, that I am on to read yet another in the series. "
— Karen, 10/6/2013 -
" These are so cute and quick! "
— Heather, 9/12/2013 -
" Another great book by David Rosenfelt about criminal defense lawyer Andy Carpenter. This time it is his girlfriend that is wrongly accused and he must find out who really "did it" to prevent her from going to jail. "
— Joanne, 7/5/2013 -
" This is a very entertaining mystery/law/dog lover book series. Andy Carpenter makes me laugh - I love his sarcasm so much. Actually, I love all the characters in these stories and look forward to seeing them again as I continue through the series. "
— Beth, 3/23/2013 -
" Started gobbling up these books. "
— Lychee, 12/11/2012 -
" I am giving this 4 stars because Rosenfelt is one of the wittiest writers I've had the pleasure of reading-he's so clever! The story was good, but I truly enjoyed this guy's witt. A nice twist and it helps he's an animal love like me. "
— Julie, 11/16/2012 -
" I really like this author - he is witty without being corny and does a great job of building suspense. I'm planning to read all of the Andy Carpenter series. "
— Kerry, 7/5/2012 -
" I really like this follow up to his first novel. Still witty, includes a dash of romance, and with enough twists to keep it interesting through the end. "
— Jennifer, 12/5/2011 -
" My new favorite author and audio book narrator. I can't tell you how much I enjoy these books. Fantastic - cross between the seriousness of Michael Connelly and the fun of Carl Hiasan or Marshal Karp. "
— Patty, 7/14/2011 -
" This was the first David Rosenfelt book that I read and his books are extremely funny. As soon as I was finished with this one I went to the library to find more. Rosenfelt has a great sense of humor and a great writing style! "
— Ashley, 7/6/2011 -
" I love Andys humour in these stories. "
— Kent, 7/1/2011 -
" Another fun golden retriever mystery. "
— Paulette, 6/14/2011 -
" Really love the characters that Rosenfelt has created in this series... "
— Nicole, 6/3/2011 -
" Very entertaining read - not a work of genius but I really like Andy Carpenter and a lot of it has to do with how he idolizes his dog. LOL "
— Sarah, 5/20/2011 -
" Great easy read, with a twist. "
— Adria, 4/14/2011 -
" This is a great series. LOVE the author's sarcastic humor! "
— Laura, 2/6/2011 -
" Having lots of fun with this series -entertaining - and - Lexie is right - they get better. "
— Jayne, 1/19/2011 -
" Another good read, only problem was it was so much like the first one... He's a good writer and his book move along fast. I purchased four of them and kind of regret that now.. "
— Jo, 1/4/2011 -
" the dog lover lawyer is back. now, the discovery of a once dirty, now decapitated cop with 2 prime suspects. the last suspect turns out to be girl friend Laurie Collins, good book. showed how the kennel biz got started. "
— Steve, 7/12/2010 -
" 2nd in Andy Carpenter series. I love these fast read mysteries. The writer can really turn a phrase and while not figuring out the culprit it's fun getting to the conclusion. "
— Carol, 7/6/2010 -
" Fun. Love Andy Carpenter and Tara, of course. "
— Sherry, 6/26/2010 -
" I picked this up as an audio book when my first choice didn't come in to the library in time for our recent vacation. After First Degree, both my husband and I look forward to listening to the rest of the Andy Carpenter series on future trips! "
— LSM, 6/22/2010
About David Rosenfelt
David Rosenfelt is the Edgar-nominated and Shamus Award-winning author of thirty novels in the popular Andy Carpenter series, as well as stand-alone thrillers. Hounded won the Shamus Award for Best Hardcover Novel. He and his wife live in Maine with an ever-changing pack of rescue dogs. Their epic cross-country move with twenty-five of these dogs, culminating in the creation of the Tara Foundation, is chronicled in Dogtripping.
About Grover Gardner
Julie McKay is a voice talent and audiobook narrator. She has a degree in music and a background in classical theater. As an actor, she has worked at Shakespeare festivals and regional theaters across the country as well as off-Broadway in New York.