This is book one in a new series by the author of the popular Hemlock Falls series (thirteen books and counting). Set in the same location, and with frequent mentions of this hostelry, its existing fans will be pleased to see this spin-off series. Told in the first person by Austin, this is a swift gallop through the interconnecting worlds of both high society horse events and veterinary practice. Both are fascinating and make for interesting reading, although the story seems to build to a crescendo and then falls rather flat, with an abrupt end and questions unanswered. If you like the author’s other books and cozy crime in general, this series is sure to be worth sticking with however, and there is quite a lot to enjoy in here as well as some interesting characters.