Between 3.0 and 3.5 stars (rating shown may vary depending on whether site allows half star ratings).

Shannon's friend Coleen returns for a visit!

Otherwise, I found this book not as enjoyable as others in the series--it is odd because the mystery centers around a dog show and I like dogs--but not so much the competitive nature of the show circuit.

I still like the Purls of Hope (club--mostly knitters) and that they are all good friends to each other. I'm growing a little tired of murder being the focus of Shannon's investigations. It would be nice if a different crime could be featured now and then--stolen jewelry or art or other expensive item that would involve jail time because of the amount it's worth, insurance fraud/alleged insurance fraud, etc.

I was so excited thinking that the authors were moving Michael and Shannon forward in defining their relationship but it seemed like 1 step forward, 2-3 steps back which is a bit frustrating. ( )