Santa's Little Yelpers

Defense attorney Andy Carpenter finds himself juggling holiday chaos and a murder case when his colleague at the Tara Foundation dog rescue becomes the prime suspect in a killing. Chris Myers, a former convict trying to rebuild his life while fostering a litter of puppies, had approached Andy about overturning his previous conviction after discovering that a key witness had perjured himself. When that same witness turns up dead and Myers is arrested for murder, Andy must navigate both the legal system and his own doubts about his client's innocence while the clock ticks toward Christmas.

Grover Gardner delivers another polished performance in this twenty-sixth installment of Rosenfelt's beloved series, capturing Andy's sardonic wit and the colorful personalities of Paterson, New Jersey with practiced ease. Gardner's measured pacing allows listeners to savor both the legal maneuvering and the author's signature humor, while his distinct character voices help distinguish the large cast of recurring players and new suspects. The narrator's warm delivery enhances the holiday atmosphere and the heartwarming subplot involving the rescue puppies, making this cozy mystery an ideal companion for seasonal listening sessions.