The Maltese Felon

When a client begs me to find the prize-winning Maltese show dog stolen from her back yard, I suspect I may be channeling Ace Pet Detective rather than my hero, Humphrey Bogart.It sounds like a simple case, but when a ransom drop goes awry, and more valuable dogs go missing, I find myself entangled in the competitive world of dog shows. Before I know it, things take a dangerous turn. I become the hunted and discover man's best friend can attract some decidedly unfriendly characters.