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BOOK INFO
Title: Silent Bite
Author: David Rosenfelt
Publisher: Minotaur Books
Publish Date: October 13, 2020
Genre: Crime & Detective
Series: Andy Carpenter #22
My Rating: 4/5
BOOK BLURB
Andy Carpenter and his golden retriever, Tara, are finding that all is not calm or bright in Silent Bite, the latest Christmas mystery in this heartwarming series from bestselling author David Rosenfelt.
Lawyer Andy Carpenter can finally take a breath; he’s back on dry land after a family Caribbean cruise forced on him by his wife, Laurie, to get into the Christmas spirit. Of course the family’s first stop is to the Tara Foundation, the dog rescue organization that has always been Andy’s true passion.
But when Andy arrives, his partner, Willie Miller, needs his help. Willie’s old cellmate, Tony Birch, has been arrested for murder. Andy doesn’t necessarily believe in Tony, but Willie does. And Andy believes in Willie, which is why Andy decides to take the case.
Once again David Rosenfelt puts readers in the Christmas spirit in a tale that is equal parts mystery and holiday cheer.

MY REVIEW
Silent Bite is the 22nd book in the Andy Carpenter mystery series by David Rosenfelt. Andy is a defense attorney, and semi-retired. He’s not looking for any new cases, but Willie asks Andy to defend his friend and former cellmate accused of murder. Willie is Andy’s friend and business partner – they started the Tara Foundation, a dog rescue organization. Andy isn’t thrilled about the case, but he decides to take it on.
This is a series I enjoy, and I’m always excited to read the latest addition to it. I recommend reading the series in order, but this book can be read as a standalone.
A fast-paced mystery with interesting characters and a gripping plot. Recommended for fans of legal thrillers and books featuring dogs. Complex, humorous, and exciting.
I received a digital copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Books in the Andy Carpenter series:
- Open and Shut
- First Degree
- Bury the Lead
- Sudden Death
- Dead Center
- Play Dead
- New Tricks
- Dog Tags
- One Dog Night
- Leader of the Pack
- Unleashed
- Hounded
- Who Let the Dog Out?
- Outfoxed
- The Twelve Dogs of Christmas
- Collared
- Rescued
- Deck the Hounds
- Bark of Night
- Dachshund Through the Snow
- Muzzled
- Silent Bite
Yes! we love our doggy stories, huh. and i’ve read about half of the Carpenter series–still trying to catch up. i REALLY enjoy the audiobooks.
I’ve listened to most of this series on audio. It’s a good way to enjoy the books. 😊