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Partnerships Can Be Murder: A Girl and Her Dog Cozy Mystery (Charlie Parker Mystery Book 3) Kindle Edition

by Connie Shelton (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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USA Today bestselling author Connie Shelton brings the third installment in her popular pet-sleuthing mystery series. Charlie Parker returns from her Hawaiian vacation to find her older brother Ron involved with a much younger woman. The more Charlie sees of cute Vicky, the more she realizes how deceitful Ron’s new love is. Is it simply a case of male mid-life crisis, or is there something more devious going on?

Meanwhile, Charlie doesn’t have much time to ponder Ron’s problems. Her friend Sharon Ortega is a partner in a restaurant business with David Ruiz. When David turns up dead, an apparent suicide, Sharon comes to Charlie for help. Sharon’s problem is a double-edged sword. If he did kill himself, David’s life insurance won’t pay and Sharon will probably lose the restaurant because she can’t afford to hire a replacement. But if he didn’t kill himself, then it was murder, and Sharon could very well find herself a suspect.

Charlie and her sidekick dog, Rusty, partner up to work on the case, a move that ultimately puts them both in danger.

“Charlie is a fabulous amateur sleuth.” –Midwest Book Review

“Shelton again has done a superb job.” -- Albuquerque Journal

Connie Shelton is the author of more than thirty novels in her bestselling Charlie Parker mystery series, her paranormal romantic Samantha Sweet mystery series, and her newest caper mysteries The Heist Ladies. She taught writing for several years, is the creator of the Novel In A Weekend writing course, and was a contributor to Chicken Soup For the Writer’s Soul. Visit her website at connieshelton.com and sign up for her free email mystery newsletter. She and her husband live in northern New Mexico with their two dogs.
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From the Publisher

Connie Shelton, Mystery Author

Connie Shelton, Mystery Author

Deadly Gamble, the first Charlie Parker mystery
The Charlie Parker Cozy Mystery Series

Deadly Gamble launches Albuquerque accountant Charlotte "Charlie" Parker on her crime-fighting path. With her trusty Lab at her side, Charlie is the girl-next-door with a soft spot for those in trouble.

“An impressive debut mystery.” –Albuquerque Journal

“Charlie is a fabulous amateur sleuth.” –Midwest Book Review

“Down to earth and very readable.” –Library Journal

  • Nineteen books in the series ...
  • ... and more to come!

Connie Shelton

USA Today Bestselling Author

Connie Shelton's novels have sold nearly two million copies in more than 115 countries worldwide. In addition to her three cozy mystery series, she has written three non-fiction books and two children's books. She was also a contributor to Chicken Soup for the Writer's Soul.

She's known for a light touch when it comes to steamy scenes or violence, but is much more lavish with food and chocolate. She and her husband and two dogs live in northern New Mexico.

Check out Connie's other books!

  • The Charlie Parker Mystery Series: A girl and her dog
  • The Samantha Sweet Mystery Series: Cozy bakery mysteries with a paranormal touch
  • The Heist Ladies: They'll steal anything, from the bad guys!
  • Daisy and Maisie Children's Series: Two pups and their adventures

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

Returning from a supposed Hawaiian vacation (Vacations Can Be Murder, LJ 10/1/95) Charlie Parker steps into trouble back home in Albuquerque. Wistful over Drake, the handsome pilot she teamed up with in Vacations, and dubious about her brother's new love, Charlie must investigate the suspicious death of a friend's business partner. Down-to-earth and very readable.
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"Charlie is a fabulous amateur sleuth." -Midwest Book Review "Shelton again has done a superb job." -- Albuquerque Journal

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B002PSD2RI
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Secret Staircase Books (September 19, 2009)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 19, 2009
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 931 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 224 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 out of 5 stars 315

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Connie Shelton

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Having fun with my writing, and connecting with readers--that's what being a mystery writer means to me. And I LOVE what I do!

It began in 1985 when I started writing my first novel, without much clue how to go about it. Two years and 500 pages later, when I finally typed 'The End,' I felt a huge rush of excitement. That book took third place in the Southwest Writers competition and began making the rounds of publishers. I simply started writing my second, and then my third books.

After publishing ten of my Charlie Parker mysteries, I decided to branch out with a new cozy mystery series and I created the character of Samantha Sweet. One of the ways in which I earned a little extra pocket money during my high school years was to bake and decorate cakes--hence, a career for Samantha based on my own experiences.

In 2009 I switched publishers and was off on a new adventure, seeing all of my books made available for Kindle as e-books were just beginning to take off in the book world. It's been an exciting time in publishing--high points for me were reaching #1 on Amazon a few times and the Top 50 on the USA Today bestseller list. I'm loving the way e-books allow me to personally connect with readers all over the world via my newsletter and my website at connieshelton.com.

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Besides writing the Charlie Parker and Samantha Sweet mysteries, Connie is an award-winning essayist. Her work has been published in both small and major anthologies, including Chicken Soup For the Writer's Soul, and her short stories have won several prizes. She has also been a commercial hot air balloon pilot and holds the women's world altitude record for size AX-4 balloons. She has been featured in Who's Who and The World Who's Who of Women.

She and her husband live in northern New Mexico with their two dogs, Daisy and Missy, who became stars of their own series of children's books.

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5.0 out of 5 stars VERY GOOD READING!
Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2013
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If you want a realistic book to read, this is a good one for you. Charlie Parker is a down to earth person like you and I am and it's a trip into a fictional world where some of us would not dare to go.
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Bobby Landsee
4.0 out of 5 stars Good summer reading!!!
Reviewed in the United States on August 20, 2019
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I like to read these kind of books in the summer. I'm in a couple of reading groups in the fall and winter months and like these cozies for a lighter touch in the summer. Some of my group books can get heavy and the Charlie Parker books as well as some other series can fill in with a breath of fresh air!!!
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Anita Farrow
5.0 out of 5 stars Great series!
Reviewed in the United States on March 13, 2012
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I discovered Connie Shelton when the first book in this series was on the "FREE" list. I am almost to the end of the series now and hate to finish them! Charlie Parker is a great character, reminding me of Kinsey Milhone. The "Sweet's Sweets" series is good, too.
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TerriBeth
5.0 out of 5 stars Couldn't put it down
Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2021
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I love Connie Shelton's writing style. It is easy to follow and characters are memorable so I don't forget who is who.
I am planning on reading the entire series.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Raves for ALL of Connie Shelton's 'Charlie Parker' books.
Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2016
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I refuse to single out each individual title. I started out with #1 and bought the next in the series as soon as I finished each title...I am up to "Honeymoons Can be Murder" and happy there are so many more ahead to read. This author caught me and I will continue to read her until she stops writing.
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4.0 out of 5 stars yummy
Reviewed in the United States on February 10, 2012
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Can be read solo but its better to read the others first. If you liked her other stories this one will not disappoint. Consistent tale that is a enjoyable and light.
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J. C. Sandoval
3.0 out of 5 stars Families can be complicated
Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2024
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Charlie is in partnership in business with her brother, Ron. Ron hooks up with annoying Vicky, who has a twin, Veronica. The mystery intersects with Ron and Vicky when Charlie's friend hires her to find out if her accountant and business partner David was either murdered or committed suicide. The story is a quick and easy read, with quirky characters and some fun stuff, like Charlie's dog, Rusty, and the author's detailed descriptions of the different neighborhoods in Albuquerque. I can visualize the hole in the wall restaurant she frequents and almost smell and taste the food. Sometimes too much detail, such as what freeway she is taking, becomes kind of word fill. But for the most part the details make for a good quick read. 3.5 stars because it needed just a little pizazz to kick it up a notch.
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moboston
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic!
Reviewed in the United States on August 29, 2013
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I have thoroughly enjoyed the first three books of the Charlie Parker series. There is no problem keeping my interest and in fact I have a hard time putting the book down. From the Sweet series to the Parker series, Ms Shelton has a couple of real winners! Worth every penny.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Partnerships can be Murder
Reviewed in Australia on December 26, 2017
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I could hardly put this one down. Boxing Day and a good book. What a lovely way to relax. Connie is really setting her characters up with great personalities, creating people we can know & love ( or not - as the case requires).
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5.0 out of 5 stars Charlie Parker
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 6, 2012
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Another very well written book by Connie Shelton showing considerable insight into the characters & Charlie Parker showing her natural skills,softened by her vulnerability into a really believeable character.
This is again such an enjoyable book to read.
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Heysuse
4.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable books
Reviewed in Canada on July 16, 2016
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Easy, quick read and a lot of fun too
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Genie
4.0 out of 5 stars Connie
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 22, 2013
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Yet another good charlie parker book,Good story line,makes good light reading, but need to read them in order, I like it
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Nicky
5.0 out of 5 stars Great series
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 18, 2014
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Continuation in story from previous book , so it's best to read the series in sequence, but an exciting plot with twists to keep you reading.
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