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Barking Detective #3.5
A Chihuahua in Every Stocking
Move over, Rudolph – let Pepe lead the way!Who would steal a little girl's dog, right before Christmas? After seeing young Sophie's heartbreaking story on the news, P.I. Geri Sullivan and Pepe—her talking Chihuahua—vow to rescue this bonita canine named Chiquita. But tracking the pooch's scent through a Pacific Northwest winter wonderland isn't easy, especially when the trail leads to an elf who's been mortally mauled! Geri and Pepe must save little Sophie's Christmas and find this muy naughty dognapper . . . and stir up a little Christmas magic along the way!Praise for the Barking Detective Mysteries"Pepe is a delight!" —RT Book Reviews (4 stars)"Move over, Scooby-Doo, there's a new dog in town!" —Jennie Bentley"A fun twist on the typical P.I. partnership." —Simon Wood15,500 Words
56 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2014
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About the author
Waverly Curtis
12 books128 followersWaverly Curtis is the joint byline for the mystery writing team Waverly Fitzgerald and Curt Colbert.
Waverly Fitzgerald is the author of three historical romances under the name Nancy Fitzgerald. She has taught writing classes at the UCLA Writers Program, the University of Washington Extension, and regional conferences. She currently teaches at Richard Hugo House, the literary arts center in Seattle. She lives in Seattle with her daughter, Shaw, and Shaw’s Chihuahua, Pepe.
Curt Colbert is the author of the Jake Rossiter and Miss Jenkins mysteries. A Seattle native, Curt is also a poet and an avid history buff. Curt and his wife, Stephanie, live in a Seattle suburb under the thrall of their cat, Esmeralda.
Waverly Fitzgerald is the author of three historical romances under the name Nancy Fitzgerald. She has taught writing classes at the UCLA Writers Program, the University of Washington Extension, and regional conferences. She currently teaches at Richard Hugo House, the literary arts center in Seattle. She lives in Seattle with her daughter, Shaw, and Shaw’s Chihuahua, Pepe.
Curt Colbert is the author of the Jake Rossiter and Miss Jenkins mysteries. A Seattle native, Curt is also a poet and an avid history buff. Curt and his wife, Stephanie, live in a Seattle suburb under the thrall of their cat, Esmeralda.
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December 11, 2015
The e-novella "A Chihuahua in Every Stocking" by Waverly Curtis makes it's print appearance in the back of book #5 in the "Barking Detective Mystery", "The Silence of the Chihuahuas". In this quick tale, Pepe sees on TV that a little girl who just lost her mother has also lost her pet chihuahua, Chiquita, to a kidnapper. He convinces Geri to go to Leavenworth to meet w/ the girl & her father to see if they can help return the dog to it's owner. What entails is a quick mystery involving drugs & deceit which also introduces some rather unsavory characters in this very quick story which packs everything from death to intrigue into 38 short pages. Overall a nice Christmas entry in this enjoyable series.
December 4, 2014
When Pepe the Chihuahua hears about a child’s missing dog, he springs into action, dragging his human Geri away from Christmas plans with her boyfriend, Felix. Geri’s not happy about uncovering not one, but two bodies in the Oregon snow, but there’s a lesson about love and Santa for her in this short story. A charming tale with as much Christmas spirit as a Chihuahua can deliver!
November 22, 2015
Really cute short story featuring Pepe the talking chihuahua, set on Christmas Eve!
August 1, 2018
A typical feel-good Christmas story from Geri and Pepe as they go in search of a lost Chihuahua on Christmas eve.
Of course the barking detective quickly finds the culprit (as well as two bodies - it's still a mystery) and all ends well with Chiquita being reunited with her family.
Overall, takes a short time to read and the bossy little dog is adorable.
Of course the barking detective quickly finds the culprit (as well as two bodies - it's still a mystery) and all ends well with Chiquita being reunited with her family.
Overall, takes a short time to read and the bossy little dog is adorable.
August 4, 2018
Quick read
This is a very quick read but with Want there there is a very happy ending. It does have two murders though
This is a very quick read but with Want there there is a very happy ending. It does have two murders though
August 31, 2018
Catchy
It is very cute and very uplifting. Keeps you listening and reading. Love this book. Provides a positive outcome for sad beginning
It is very cute and very uplifting. Keeps you listening and reading. Love this book. Provides a positive outcome for sad beginning
December 10, 2019
Excellent Christmas Short Story
This is such an excellent series. This short story is full of Christmas cheer!! I would recommend this to anyone that loves dogs or cozy mysteries.
This is such an excellent series. This short story is full of Christmas cheer!! I would recommend this to anyone that loves dogs or cozy mysteries.
December 24, 2019
Short and sweet mystery that is heartwarming.
September 20, 2020
A short, very sweet story!
June 9, 2021
This talking dog is so lovable!
February 3, 2022
A really nice Chihuahua tale with the sweetest of endings.
April 1, 2023
Loved the Christmas Story. The Chihuahua is adorable. Held my interest from start to finish. Santa Claus was a nice touch
January 20, 2025
Christmas comes and Geri & Pepe are at it again. Only to find that Santa is real after all. Read on to find out how that happens.
November 28, 2017
Fun fun fun. I am going to read all of Pepe's books!
January 1, 2018
A Chihuahua in Every Stocking -- Waverly Curtis (3 chapters) Dec. 27, 2017
I love this series. Pepe is awesome and Jeri isn't bad herself. This is a very nice, quick holiday story that reads fast and will satisfy fans of the series. If you haven't read the series, this is a good book to give it a spin. It sits well as a stand-alone.
This story reads faster than expected. There is fluff at the end of the book after the story with author bios and book covers from the other books in the series. (I have read them all!)
If you are looking for a true pet-involved storyline (not the kind that shows a cutie on the cover, but that's the last you see of the cat/dog/other pet,) I strongly recommend reading this series. All the books in this series are fast reads and always leaves me with a smile on my face. EWach one is very uplifting and cute.
Three stars.
I love this series. Pepe is awesome and Jeri isn't bad herself. This is a very nice, quick holiday story that reads fast and will satisfy fans of the series. If you haven't read the series, this is a good book to give it a spin. It sits well as a stand-alone.
This story reads faster than expected. There is fluff at the end of the book after the story with author bios and book covers from the other books in the series. (I have read them all!)
If you are looking for a true pet-involved storyline (not the kind that shows a cutie on the cover, but that's the last you see of the cat/dog/other pet,) I strongly recommend reading this series. All the books in this series are fast reads and always leaves me with a smile on my face. EWach one is very uplifting and cute.
Three stars.
October 5, 2014
In this short Christmas novella, Geri Sullivan and Pepe search for a kidnapped chihuahua belonging to a little girl named Sophie. While Pepe's intent on sniffing out the sweet Chiquita, his nose leads him to a murder victim. Could there somehow be a connection between the stiff and Chiquita? Due to the short length of this story, I noted a couple of inconsistencies; however, as a fun, light read, it's definitely entertaining and the ending is magical and sweet.
November 23, 2015
After a couple of pretty gloomy/serious books, I said I wanted to read fluff! And it doesn't get more fluffy than a Christmas story about a talking chihuahua :D.
I had a great time reading this, I took to Pepe immediately and I now intend to read the whole series because I need more of this fluffiness in my life!
I had a great time reading this, I took to Pepe immediately and I now intend to read the whole series because I need more of this fluffiness in my life!
November 22, 2014
Christmas mystery featuring a taking chihuahua and his owner. Brief and a bit too pat for my taste. Two murders in less than 90 minutes with the contrasting events surrounding the visit of a real Santa. Won't become a Christmas classic for me.
October 13, 2014
This quick installment with Pepe and Geri a cute read to help put you in the Christmas spirit.
December 8, 2014
Adorable!!
July 13, 2025
Magical, cute Christmas read. Wish it was longer though, but then again I'm not a novella person.
August 8, 2015
A terrific present
My favorite series since I rescued my Chihuahua Bitty. Wonderful characters, great plots and if dogs could voice their opinions they would sound just like Pepe.
My favorite series since I rescued my Chihuahua Bitty. Wonderful characters, great plots and if dogs could voice their opinions they would sound just like Pepe.
February 15, 2016
Pepe'
Disappointed this was such a short story but did enjoy every minute of reading. Love the characters and especially Pepe'. Looking forward to more reading in this series.
Disappointed this was such a short story but did enjoy every minute of reading. Love the characters and especially Pepe'. Looking forward to more reading in this series.
May 22, 2016
Pepe meets Santa
A sweet short story for Christmas Eve. Pepe and Geri brave the cold to help a little girl and her dog. It left me with a smile.
A sweet short story for Christmas Eve. Pepe and Geri brave the cold to help a little girl and her dog. It left me with a smile.
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