The Case of the Missing Pippa - Bark Noir Mysteries, #1

When a beloved golden cocker spaniel named Pippa vanishes without a trace from her locked backyard in Biscuit Bay, her desperate owner turns to an unlikely pair of detectives: Bug, a confident brown-and-white rat terrier who's absolutely certain he's the smartest dog on any block, and Feetie, a tiny off-white Pomeranian with oversized curiosity and an even bigger heart.

What starts as a simple missing-dog case quickly becomes something far more sinister. Following a trail of clues that Pippa cleverly left behind, a buried dog tag, mysterious paw prints, and a scrap of blue canvas, Bug and Feetie uncover a dangerous criminal operation stealing purebred dogs right from under their owners' noses. With nothing but their wits, a squeaky rubber duck, and an unlikely network of street-smart informants (including a grumpy bulldog named Marvin and a very opinionated raccoon named Gerald), the two detectives dive nose-first into Biscuit Bay's shadowy underworld of abandoned warehouses, midnight river runs, and secrets hidden in plain sight.

But the closer they get to the truth, the more dangerous their investigation becomes. Someone is always one step ahead, watching from the shadows. And the mastermind behind it all might be closer than they ever imagined, hiding behind a friendly smile and a plate of freshly baked scones.

As Bug and Feetie race against time to find Pippa before she disappears forever, they'll discover that the greatest mysteries aren't always solved by the biggest or the strongest detectives, sometimes they're cracked by the smallest dog with the biggest courage. When they're finally separated in the villain's lair, Feetie must face his deepest fears alone, proving that bravery isn't about size, it's about heart.

Packed with clever plot twists, laugh-out-loud humor, pulse-pounding chases, and a friendship that proves opposites really do attract, THE CASE OF THE MISSING PIPPA is a tail-wagging adventure that celebrates teamwork, determination, and the unbreakable bond between partners who refuse to give up, no matter how small they are or how big the challenge. With a surprise ending that will leave readers gasping and a cast of unforgettable characters (both two-legged and four), this debut dog detective mystery will have young readers howling for more adventures with Biscuit Bay's most determined detective duo.

Perfect for fans of animal mysteries, detective stories, and anyone who's ever believed that heroes come in all sizes, even ones that fit in a shoebox.