Dog Day Afternoon

An Andy Carpenter Mystery

By: David Rosenfelt

Narrated by: Grover Gardner

“A fun, engaging listen and a worthy addition to the series.”—AudioFile

Paterson, New Jersey’s favorite reluctant lawyer Andy Carpenter returns in Dog Day Afternoon, the next mystery in this fan favorite series from National Bestselling Author David Rosenfelt.

Retired lawyer Andy Carpenter has run the Tara Foundation—the dog rescue organization named after his beloved golden retriever—for years. It's always been his calling, even as Andy's pulled into representing clients in court. His investigator, Marcus Clark, has been at Andy's side for a long time. Even though they've known each other for years, Marcus keeps his personal life a mystery.

So it’s a shock when Marcus arrives at the Tara Foundation with two strangers in tow. Turns out Marcus takes disadvantaged young men under his wing, gets them jobs, a place to live, and a chance at a different life. And they want a dog. Andy’s specialty. One of the young men, Nick Williams, instantly falls in love with one of the dogs, Daisy.

When there’s a mass shooting at Nick’s work, leaving six dead, all signs point to Nick. Marcus, who's never asked Andy for anything, asks Andy for help. Despite Nick's troubled background, Andy trusts his friend and takes the case.

A Macmillan Audio production from Minotaur Books.

Critic reviews

<p>Praise for <i>Dog Day Afternoon</i><br><br>“Solid legal thrills from a master of the light touch.” –<i>Kirkus Reviews</i><br><br>”This is a series I love...I hope Andy NEVER retires...I'm waiting for the next one, which can't come soon enough.” –Deadly Pleasures<br><br>Praise for David Rosenfelt<br><br>“Snappy one liners and canine admiration makes Andy my all time favorite in crime fiction.” —David Rothenberg on WBAI/RADIO<br><br>“Witty, well-paced. . . a treat for fans. Rarely does a series this long-running still feel so fresh.” –<i>Publishers Weekly</i><br><br>“For a quick, diverting read that challenges you at the same time, you can’t go wrong with David Rosenfelt’s Andy Carpenter series.” —Rhapsody in Books<br><br>"It's a pleasure to read a mystery where every sentence, even every word, advances the plot or comments on it."<i> — Booklist</i><br><br>“You should read them all.” –<i>St. Louis Post Dispatch</i> on the Andy Carpenter Novels</p>

One of the best yet

So glad I found this series. Between Rosenfelt's skill as a writer and Gardner's skill with voices I have enjoyed all 29 novels over and over. I love the characters, and feel like they are personal friends of mine. I can hardly wait for each new book to come out.
And find myself wishing that they were able to publish more than 2 a year. I count the one in July as my birthday present and the one in October as my Christmas present from Andy and the gang.

Sooo good

This book is so good. It may be the best one in this series so far, but that’s how I felt about each one. I love Andy and the rest of the characters. I can’t wait for the next one. The narrator is absolutely the best ever. He makes the books come alive. Thank you!

I love Tara and David rosenfelt

Love the whole series! Also love the narrator! I will always buy the next in series and I also re-read them because I love them so much!

Like Visiting a Dear Friend

David Rosenfelt never disappoints. Andy Carpenter’s wit and unconventional legal style deliver another entertaining tale expertly performed by Grover Gardener. It’s like reuniting with old friends and never disappoints. As long as he keeps writing them I’ll keep listening.

Another great read

Another in the great Andy Carpenter series. Never figure out the whole story until the very end.