The Case of the Three Dead Horses

by Marilyn M. Fisher

During a November ice storm, equine insurance agent, Connie Holt, is called to a breeding farm in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, where she nds a prize stallion dead in his stall'and a dead man... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1589822218
• ISBN13: 9781589822214
• Release Date: January 2005
• Publisher: Bedside Books
• Length: 316 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.1" x 8.1"

Customer Reviews

Well Written Mystery

Equine insurance agent Connie Holt has a tough job on her hands when she's called out on what looks like the accidental death of a prize stallion. Before long, Connie is stumped by two more deaths, and the horrible suspicion that someone is murdering these animals for money. Making her job more difficult is handsome veterinarian, Jase Tyree. Connie's emotions must be buried as she works side-by-side with her former love. Level-headed, detailed investigation takes her deeper and deeper into the intrigue of ruthless horse owners who play to win, and provides Connie with a heart-wrenching confrontation with the truth. A hold-your-breath read from beginning to end. Title and book cover fit the story; Ms. Fisher has developed the plot and structure well, drawn developed well-rounded, believable characters, and maintained the suspense throughout. I would recommend this book to anyone who loves a good mystery, and especially anyone who loves horses.

Great mystery by a new horse novelist!

With a style reminiscent of Patricia Cornwell, Marilyn M Fisher introduces her characters-their dreams and disappointments, conflicts and resolutions-and stitches them into a skillfully woven tapestry. The clever story of THREE DEAD HORSES is straight out of today's headlines, exposing the dastardly practice of destroying valuable animals for their insurance value. Heroine, Connie Holt, an astute insurance investigator, uncovers truths that seem to implicate more than one of the colorful characters. As the plot unfolded, I found myself guessing until the final chapter. Fisher's knowledge of horses and her breath-taking, poetic description of Virginia countryside totally immerses the reader into the story and leaves them wanting more.

FOR THE MYSTERY LOVER...

THIS UNUSUAL TALE IS AN EXPERTLY CRAFTED MYSTERY THRILLER FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO WELCOME A CLEVERLY DELIVERED PLOT, A SET OF FASCINATING CHARACTER STUDIES, REALISTIC AND COMPELLING DIALOG, HUMOR, SPOT-ON INSIGHT INTO THE HUMAN CONDITION, AND UNRELENTING TEASING SUSPENSE. TAKE THIS BOOK ON THE BEACH THIS SUMMER ALONG WITH PLENTY OF SUNSCREEN; YOU WON'T WANT TO PUT IT DOWN. Samuel J. Di Christina

Satisfying Mystery Read

The Case of the Three Dead Horses is a satisfying mystery, which I read in an evening. Especially gratifying is that I truly had no idea of the outcome or of the true villain of the piece. I learned a lot about the horse milieu and the beautifully described central Virginia setting. Fisher's characters are succinctly drawn and often funny. Central character Connie is likeable - something I wanted more of and look forward to discovering in future Connie Holt novels is additional backstory about her.

The Case of the Three Dead Horses

The Case of the Three Dead Horses is a brisk, script-like rendering of treachery, intrigue and cool investigation. Set in the rugged, enigmatic mountains of Lynchburg,VA, Connie Holt's tenacious instinct leads her into personal danger, ethical dilemmas, and quiet romance. Each character in the novel is both subtle and forthright, colorful and camouflaged. Fisher has served them like the holiday feasts she so vividly describes. The reader may observe, taste and enjoy the spice of the blend.