Curiosity is always a killer for former police officer Dixie Hemingway. Even a trip to pick up her parrot at the veterinarian's office is bound to ...
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Mar 13, 2011
Sara
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I do enjoy this series. Dixie is "damaged goods" but she's getting better all the time. The characters in the book are all so well-drawn and the descriptive scenes just make me want to visit or live in Siesta Key.
Dixie meets a mysterious young girl (Jaz) at the vet's office where one of Dixie's friends steps forward to ask Jaz to help (unneeded *wink*) with the assistance dog pup she's training. Dixie sees Jaz several times, then the girl disappears. Dixie's brother Mic More...
Dixie meets a mysterious young girl (Jaz) at the vet's office where one of Dixie's friends steps forward to ask Jaz to help (unneeded *wink*) with the assistance dog pup she's training. Dixie sees Jaz several times, then the girl disappears. Dixie's brother Mic More...
Mar 15, 2010
angie
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Another great entry in this series that I love. If you haven't read any of these you should start at the beginning of the series just for the character intros & backgrounds. The stories are smart & interesting & the pet sitting aspect is funny as well as informative. The descriptions of the setting ( Siesta Key, Florida) is enough to make you want to move there. The main character Dixie is Kinsey Milhone with a shot of adrenaline. They have a lot in common- feisty, gun carrying, former police of
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Nov 04, 2010
Babs
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I've enjoyed this series. This particular one, however, was a bit tedious at times. Dixie is Parrot sitting in this one. While the first two times she describes the routine of taking care of the parrot are fine, she does it again at least three more times. I kept wondering what the parrot has to do with the mystery. He must have something to do with it, since she talk about the routine so much. But, no the parrot is not central to the mystery. Why then, do we have to hear about her cleani
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Feb 06, 2012
Christina
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Another fast read, but this time the subject takes on some heavier social issues. Ms. Clement does tend to become repetitious about her chores with the animals (how many times do we need to hear about Billy Elliot's need to run fast, or how many times she cleans the parrot's cage, etc.). Also, I'm tired of the handsome, but gay coupling of her brother and his partner...it's not even relevant to the story line in any of the five books, so why make such a point of it in each of them? Who cares
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May 09, 2010
Andy
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A very quick read. My first Blaize Clement book and picked up as the book was on display at the library. Having 4 cats myself, this would be a good read. Reminded me of a cross between Lillian Jackson Braun and Janet Evanovich. Not as funny as JE but the main character seems similar to Stephanie Plum. Enjoyed for a Saturday afternoon read. The funny thing is I think Winston the cat was reading too as he jumped down at the same point in time that Winston the cat (similar description) in the book
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Mar 01, 2010
E.
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Dixie is continuing to pick up the pieces of her life as she continues to be conscientious about caring for her various charges. She encounters a young girl with an incongruous stepfather while at the veterinarian's office and becomes alarmed when a group of thugs accost her at one of her pet-sitting houses while looking for the girl. Adding to her worries, Paco, her brother-in-love, disappears on an undercover assignment and is not heard of for days so Dixie is reluctant to involve her brothe
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Feb 09, 2010
Alissa
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Even after five of these, Dixie still delights and I think the things she finds herself tangled up in are credible and plausible. There was some movement forward in her character development, which I like to see in a series; and I just enjoy these books. They're short and entertaining. My one complaint is that early on I think the author did too much foreshadowing with some unnatural lines, "It's good that we can't see to far ahead. If we could we'd never go forward."
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Jun 10, 2010
Jackie
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Pet sitter Dixie Hemingway would have never guessed her visit to the vet would be anything but routine. She meets a young girl named Jaz who turns out is in the witness protection program running from some young thugs who seem hot on her trail. Dixie' old friend from high school is also in a boat load of trouble involving her rich, much older, Columbian husband. It was entertaining but too much blah, blah about about useless information.
Feb 11, 2010
Marci
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Loved it...this series is a must for any pet lover out there. Dixie appears to be moving on with her life quite nicely after dealing with the death of her husband & daughter. But instead of resuming her job as a Sheriff's Deputy she continues to pet sit. Which is where she meets Jaz a troubled teen who has difficultly letting people in. Things turn topsy turvy in Dixie's world when an old high school friend turns up asking Dixie for help.
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May 17, 2010
I have read all the Dixie Hemingway books and eagerly awaited this newest one. Dixie is at the vet's office with one of the pets she is sitting for and meets a teenage girl named Jaz who is distressed over an injured rabbit. Jaz's step-father seems a bit off and Dixie's interest is piqued. Dixie ends up trying to figure out who Jaz is and where she is staying. Interesting, and fun.
Jan 27, 2010
Leslie
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For what it is, a cosy featuring a pet sitter set in the Keys, it's good. Interesting characters (e.g. gay brother and his partner, paraplegic greyhound owner, old woman who makes great chocolate bread) and enough about the setting that you want to live there.
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May 27, 2010
Jess
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I just finished the last of the currently published Dixie Hemingway! I even put my summer reading challenge on hold to read through to the fifth book. I loved this installment with its funny, odd characters. And the ending was delightful!
Jun 02, 2011
Lynne
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Just another fun read. However, I do have to shake my head at the things a former deputy will supposedly rationalize. The situations the main character gets into, at times, has me just rolling my eyes.
Aug 24, 2010
Debby
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This is a very entertaining, light mystery will likable characters and well-crafted writing. It is the first "Dixie Hemingway" mystery I have read and I will definitely be looking for more.
Apr 26, 2010
Cathy
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I was extremely disappointed in this outing. Just...blah...Very weak. Maybe this series as bottomed out.
Jun 08, 2010
Sharon
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Fun and if you love pets, interesting to see what she considers the essentials of care.
Mar 19, 2010
Becky
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I love the Dixie Hemmingway series. I so look forward to each book as they come out.
Dec 10, 2010
Whitaker
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A really great book shows us how everything is great and worth to die for
Mar 04, 2010
Doreen
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Interesting just ban enjoyable read. Had it figured out. light reading
May 12, 2010
Christina
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This is a very entertaining mystery, with warm and funny characters.
I am going to have to go back and read the first four in the series!
I am going to have to go back and read the first four in the series!
Nov 29, 2010
Tina
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I just love the Dixie Hemmingway mystery series. They are cozy and quick reads with great characters, interesting story lines and a tiny bit of romance. Maybe because I am an animal lover myself. This is the 5th in the series and I have really enjoyed them all. A nice change of pace from my recent paranormal obsession!
Feb 08, 2012
Breanna
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I liked that the author switched up the scenario a bit in this one. I love the passion Dixie has for her job and also for helping others. I was happy about the budding relationships at the end of the book.
May 31, 2011
Pis4Piglet
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This is a great series, it keeps reading and reading. I can't wait to start the next book.
Jul 13, 2010
Melodie
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I enjoy this series a LOT and this one did not disappoint me. Dixie is involved in something that extends far beyond the borders of Florida.
Dec 31, 2010
Patricia
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One of my favorite series...I am always sorry to finish the current year's book. Yea! The next book in the series comes out in January!
