Midsummer mischief, malicious mail, and a mystery to melt your heart.
What could possibly go wrong at a Midsummer Valentine party in the Malvern Hills?
For amateur sleuth Tamsin Kernick, the answer is: quite a lot. One minute she's up to her ears in bunting and heart-shaped biscuits - next thing she knows, she's knee-deep in trouble and missing in action.
As cryptic messages and toxic Valentine cards begin arriving across the village, it's clear someone's playing a dangerous game. But when Tamsin vanishes, it's her loyal dogs - clever Quiz, brave Banjo, and cheeky Moonbeam - who sniff out the truth before the trail goes cold.
With a daring rescue, a suspiciously shady scheme, and a romantic twist she never saw coming, Tamsin might finally discover that love really is worth the risk.
Twisty, heartwarming, and full of countryside charm, A Howl Lot of Love and Lies - the ninth mystery in this much-loved series - ties up secrets, schemes, and a few long-overdue feelings.
Perfect for fans of warm-hearted whodunits with a dash of romance and a pack of unforgettable dogs.