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Corgi Case Files #8
Case of the Ostentatious Otters
When a dead SCUBA diver is discovered during their road trip vacation to Monterey, CA, Zack, Jillian and the two corgis, Sherlock and Watson, become embroiled in a race to discover what the diver had been doing when he died.
Compounding their investigation is the presence of a group of playful otters, who just so happen to be using what appears to be gold coins as tools to open shellfish. Are the two events related? Could the deceased diver have located a sunken treasure ship off the coast of Monterey?
Join Zack and the gang for fun in the surf and sun!
Compounding their investigation is the presence of a group of playful otters, who just so happen to be using what appears to be gold coins as tools to open shellfish. Are the two events related? Could the deceased diver have located a sunken treasure ship off the coast of Monterey?
Join Zack and the gang for fun in the surf and sun!
- GenresMysteryDogsCozy Mystery
169 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 14, 2019
20 people are currently reading
47 people want to read
About the author
Jeffrey M. Poole
44 books230 followersJeffrey M. Poole is a professional writer living in picturesque southwestern Oregon with his wife Giliane, and their dog, Kinsey the corgi. He is the best-selling author of cozy mystery series Corgi Case Files and of fantasy series Bakkian Chronicles, Tales of Lentari, and the Dragons of Andela. He is presently plotting out his seventeenth mystery novel and writing his fifteenth fantasy novel.
Jeffrey’s interests include astronomy, archaeology, archery, scuba diving, collecting movies, and tinkering with any electronic gadget he can get his hands on.
Proud member of:
SFWA - Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association
MWA - Mystery Writers of America
In September, 2020, the Corgi Case Files mystery series was picked up by Columbine Publishing Group and published under its mystery imprint, Secret Staircase Books. Beginning in 2023, all three fantasy series will also be published under the Secret Staircase Books imprint.
Fans can follow Jeffrey online at www.AuthorJMPoole.com or on Facebook at: Facebook.com/BakkianChronicles.
Jeffrey’s interests include astronomy, archaeology, archery, scuba diving, collecting movies, and tinkering with any electronic gadget he can get his hands on.
Proud member of:
SFWA - Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association
MWA - Mystery Writers of America
In September, 2020, the Corgi Case Files mystery series was picked up by Columbine Publishing Group and published under its mystery imprint, Secret Staircase Books. Beginning in 2023, all three fantasy series will also be published under the Secret Staircase Books imprint.
Fans can follow Jeffrey online at www.AuthorJMPoole.com or on Facebook at: Facebook.com/BakkianChronicles.
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January 31, 2020
Loved this 8th book in the series. Who knew going on vacation would be so exciting. And learned a bunch of fun facts about otters made be book even better. Love the surprise at the end of the book :)
January 30, 2022
While on vacation, the corgis found some unusual playmates. They help find a missing coin, solve a murder, and find sunken treasure. I love these smart sassy dogs. Mr. Poole's characters are so believable.
March 13, 2021
If you've never met these two fun and furry crime solvers (Mr Sherlock and Ms Watson) and their widowed humans, you're missing a lot of fun! Zack's girlfriend Jillian, the two dogs, and a couple of friends are off on a vacation to Monterey, California just to get away. They do have a good time, but there's a body, a coin theft, a theft at the aquarium, and more. All of the characters certainly are, and the sleuthing is well done. Loved it! Easily a stand alone, but why?.
Bob Johnson aces the narration with just the right touch that highlights the humor by downplaying the guffaws.
I won this audio in a giveaway.
Bob Johnson aces the narration with just the right touch that highlights the humor by downplaying the guffaws.
I won this audio in a giveaway.
March 19, 2021
If you have not read this series and you enjoy dogs, cozy mysteries, and a good laugh then you really should give it a try. I love this series so much for letting me just escape into a fun different world. This book takes place in Monterey California a place not far from home for me and a place I love to escape to. I don't want to give anything away but this might be my favorite book yet in this series. Bob Johnson is the narrator of this series and his wonderful voice is perfect for the series. I so look forward to hearing more of these stories. I will say that the series does follow along with a storyline but if you were just coming to the series you would not be lost.
January 6, 2020
I thoroughly enjoyed reading the latest in the series about these 2 adorable Corgi detectives, Sherlock and Watson.
Jillian and Zack, together with Harry and Julie have travelled to Monterey for a vacation, but where the 2 Corgis go, there's bound to be a mystery to solve. This time it's a dead duvet and a lost coin.
The Corgis make some new friends, the playful Otters who live in the sea off the beach in Monterey.
Loved this book, couldn't put it down! Really looking forward to the next in the series.....
Jillian and Zack, together with Harry and Julie have travelled to Monterey for a vacation, but where the 2 Corgis go, there's bound to be a mystery to solve. This time it's a dead duvet and a lost coin.
The Corgis make some new friends, the playful Otters who live in the sea off the beach in Monterey.
Loved this book, couldn't put it down! Really looking forward to the next in the series.....
February 25, 2020
Sherlock and Watson the dynamic dog duo!
Oh, and their people are back too! If you haven't tried the Corgi Case File series out yet, you are in for a wonderful surprise. In this installment our intrepid and stubborn (inherent corgi trait, I can vouch for it) corgi duo are vacationing with their people when they befriend otters, solve several mysteries and charm the local police department. I recommend this series to anyone who enjoys a fun mystery series with great characters, complex plots and very clever dogs!
I'm already anxious for the next installment!
Oh, and their people are back too! If you haven't tried the Corgi Case File series out yet, you are in for a wonderful surprise. In this installment our intrepid and stubborn (inherent corgi trait, I can vouch for it) corgi duo are vacationing with their people when they befriend otters, solve several mysteries and charm the local police department. I recommend this series to anyone who enjoys a fun mystery series with great characters, complex plots and very clever dogs!
I'm already anxious for the next installment!
May 21, 2020
Love love love this series of cozy corgi books! Each one gets better than the last and can’t wait for the next one. If you haven’t tried any of this authors books you need to check him out. He has several series and I’m sure you will find one you like. If you have grandkids his fantasy series is really fun and they won’t be disappointed. The corgi mysteries are good to start from the beginning so you get the background as you go forward. Enjoy!
April 5, 2021
Another great novel in the series. This time, they are on vacation, and they can't help but stumble upon a case to solve. Sherlock and Watson can't go anywhere without solving crime! And they're famous. The local police department had heard of the dogs and wanted their help. And those darn Otters, they're all just a bunch of pirates!
Looking forward to the next book in the series.
The audio narration was excellent as always!
Looking forward to the next book in the series.
The audio narration was excellent as always!
January 30, 2022
A great read on a snowy weekend
Once again, Poole does not disappoint. Packed into his luggage, the reader takes a vacation with Zach, Jillian, Harry and Julie (and, of course, Sherlock and Watson) for a vacation that turns into a crime to solve.
Always entertaining, and delightfully G-rated, Poole gives us an escape from reality and a chance to feel the sun on our faces for another Corgi adventure.
Once again, Poole does not disappoint. Packed into his luggage, the reader takes a vacation with Zach, Jillian, Harry and Julie (and, of course, Sherlock and Watson) for a vacation that turns into a crime to solve.
Always entertaining, and delightfully G-rated, Poole gives us an escape from reality and a chance to feel the sun on our faces for another Corgi adventure.
February 9, 2020
The Corgi case files are all good reads
I have just finished the whole series and each and every one was very good. If you like books where the dog or shall I say dogs are the star of the book you will love these books. The real plus was the humans in the book were not made out to be morons.
I have just finished the whole series and each and every one was very good. If you like books where the dog or shall I say dogs are the star of the book you will love these books. The real plus was the humans in the book were not made out to be morons.
October 17, 2021
Swimming with the Otters
A vacation is only a vacation if you're not working. Zach just can't help finding dead bodies. With Jillian, Harry,Jules and the two master detectors, Sherlock and Watson, A drowned diver is the beginning of a very wet adventure. Looking forward to book #9.
A vacation is only a vacation if you're not working. Zach just can't help finding dead bodies. With Jillian, Harry,Jules and the two master detectors, Sherlock and Watson, A drowned diver is the beginning of a very wet adventure. Looking forward to book #9.
April 1, 2021
While on vacation in Monterey, Sherlock and Watson hunt stolen coins, solve a murder and make some new friends in this thoroughly entertaining new corgis story.
I love these stories and this one might be the best one yet.
I love these stories and this one might be the best one yet.
July 25, 2021
Another great story!
I love the Corgi Case Files. The relationship between Zachary & Jillian just gets better, and the dogs are such fun. The mystery is excellent, as well. A good read indeed!
I love the Corgi Case Files. The relationship between Zachary & Jillian just gets better, and the dogs are such fun. The mystery is excellent, as well. A good read indeed!
November 18, 2021
Really fun book to read
I am really liking these Corgi books. I have number 9 loaded and ready to go after I finish a couple of books I have from the library. I'll be downloading some more of the Corgi books to take on vacation. Always very entertaining to read.
I am really liking these Corgi books. I have number 9 loaded and ready to go after I finish a couple of books I have from the library. I'll be downloading some more of the Corgi books to take on vacation. Always very entertaining to read.
July 7, 2023
most entertaining read
Once again the Corgi duo with human family and friends come through with an absolutely intriguing mystery. Jeffrey Poole never fails to deliver a terrific story.
Once again the Corgi duo with human family and friends come through with an absolutely intriguing mystery. Jeffrey Poole never fails to deliver a terrific story.
April 11, 2020
Fun and exciting addition to the Case of... Corgi books. Thanks, Mr. Poole.
December 8, 2020
Cute read.
June 20, 2021
Loved the corgis and otters
I loved the corgis and otters playing and the development of Jillian and Zach's relationship. This was very enjoyable to read.
I loved the corgis and otters playing and the development of Jillian and Zach's relationship. This was very enjoyable to read.
July 17, 2022
I love this series. This one was cute! I have a corgi like Sherlock so he makes me laugh out loud!
March 18, 2023
These stories are so cute. Loved the corgis & otters playing together.
January 31, 2021
You have to love Corgis and mysteries, and this series has both.
I have read most of the series, and enjoyed them immensely. Having been the lucky person to have been chosen by an adorable male tri-colored Pembroke Welsh Corgi puppy, I loved this entire series. Corgis are described very well by this author. His storyline is good as well.
I have read most of the series, and enjoyed them immensely. Having been the lucky person to have been chosen by an adorable male tri-colored Pembroke Welsh Corgi puppy, I loved this entire series. Corgis are described very well by this author. His storyline is good as well.
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