Category: Pets & Animals

“Bee Conspiracy” by David Boito

September 18, 2024

David Boito’s “Bee Conspiracy” is an eco-thriller and murder mystery that follows Kelso, a U.S. Fish and Wildlife officer, and Detective John Wayne, nicknamed Duke. They are paired when Kelso flies to Los Angeles to inspect the death of an old friend, Howard Skulberry. After being mobbed to death by murderous bees, it becomes clear to Kelso that this wasn’t a freak of nature, but in fact human interference with it. … More “Bee Conspiracy” by David Boito

“BarnYard Heroes: A Half-Baked Origin” by Samuel A. McAdams

August 2, 2024

Dr. Hash Brown, a brilliant scientist passionate about genetic engineering, has ingeniously converted a former gymnasium into a state-of-the-art extraterrestrial research facility that is home to an array of genetically modified animals. Among these extraordinary creatures is a remarkable pig with astonishing strength, capable of effortlessly lifting weights of up to 15,000 pounds. Additionally, there’s a cat endowed with the ability to generate powerful tornadoes, a rabbit boasting vampire-like fangs and an affinity for video games, and a talented chicken with the remarkable skill of creating stunning works of art through painting. The chicken, however, has not received its superpower yet and thus is given the name “Half-Baked.” These incredible animals are captivatingly portrayed in the enthralling novel “Barnyard Heroes: A Half-Baked Origin” by Samuel A. McAdams. … More “BarnYard Heroes: A Half-Baked Origin” by Samuel A. McAdams

“Parrot Sanctuary” by Betty Jean Craige

July 17, 2024

For reasons completely unrelated to human tastes, many birds have developed magnificent plumages.  This is a byproduct of natural selection and not something the birds themselves chose.   Nevertheless, as Betty Jean Craige makes clear in “Parrot Sanctuary,” the beauty of these birds means that some of them are captured, stuffed into sacks, and smuggled to the United States, where many of them exchange their wild rainforest neighborhoods and societies for a life of sitting in a small cage, solitary and nearly immobilized.  It is a cruel fate. … More “Parrot Sanctuary” by Betty Jean Craige

“Creeps, Cache, & Corpses” by Mary Seifert

July 15, 2024

In “Creeps, Cache, & Corpses,” Katie and Maverick Cozy Mysteries (Book 7) by Mary Seifert, when Katie’s romantic spring getaway with her boyfriend Pete goes awry because he has to do emergency coverage at the hospital where he works, they’re both disappointed. They decide that instead of losing the vacation altogether, they will transfer it to their two mutual best friends who are engaged, Jane and Drew. Knowing that Pete is going to be extremely busy at the hospital, Katie tries to find an alternate plan so she can have some fun during her spring break from her high school teaching position. … More “Creeps, Cache, & Corpses” by Mary Seifert

“Mental Exercises for Dogs” by Susan Swanson

April 29, 2024

Perfectly targeted for readers with active dogs, “Mental Exercises for Dogs” is a welcome, highly readable, and highly referenceable volume for dog training. Susan Swanson begins by expertly laying out the benefits and impacts of training, quickly followed by how to get to know and read dogs’ styles of communication. Next, Swanson delves into common problems dogs can have, such as jumping and separation anxiety. “Mental Exercises for Dogs” then goes into training from getting set up, to basic commands, and even to some advanced techniques. A clear set of resources and a glossary of key terms round out this volume. … More “Mental Exercises for Dogs” by Susan Swanson

“Evil Alice and the Borzoi” by DK Coutant

January 2, 2024

The community of Hilo, Hawaii, is grieving after the lifeless body of island native Alice (Ali) Bacunawa is recovered from the water. The police are quick to pin the murder on the deceased’s boyfriend, Kai, but Cleo Cooper and the rest of Kai’s friends are desperate to prove his innocence. Ali’s sordid past with drug dealing and incarcerated family members adds to Cleo’s apprehension regarding Kai as a suspect. The plot thickens when another woman’s body is discovered in the water. Could these murders be connected? Can Cleo trust everyone in her inner circle? Someone knows something, and Cleo is bound and determined to absolve Kai of this awful allegation so he can finally grieve the loss of his girlfriend in peace. … More “Evil Alice and the Borzoi” by DK Coutant

“Multi-Billion-Dollar Pet Food Fraud” by Dr. Tom Lonsdale

December 13, 2023

“Multi-Billion-Dollar Pet Food Fraud: Hiding in Plain Sight” is a rigorously researched exposition by whistleblower vet and natural feeding advocate, Dr. Tom Lonsdale. In it, he exposes the well-woven web of deceptive and greedy manufacturers of pet food who have little to no regard for good animal health. … More “Multi-Billion-Dollar Pet Food Fraud” by Dr. Tom Lonsdale

“Dark Clowder Cats” by Ruby Knight

December 8, 2023

“Dark Clowder Cats” is an utterly compelling novel in the fantasy young adult genre penned by the award-winning author, Ruby Knight. A suitable standalone, the text is book two in the Clowder Cats series. In a world where felines thrive, the author introduces us to a young kitten, Storm, whose mother had died giving birth to her.  Her father is considered a great hero in the large collective of cats known as High Clowder. At High Clowder Cadet School, Storm was having difficulties complying with the training requirements including the three main rules. She eventually gave up trying to do so. … More “Dark Clowder Cats” by Ruby Knight