Pru Marlowe

**Series Synopsis: The Pru Marlowe Mysteries by Clea Simon** In a world where animals hold the secrets to humanity's darkest truths, Pru Marlowe is a reluctant animal psychic caught between her unique gift and her desire for a normal life. Return to her charming yet deceptively tranquil Berkshires hometown was meant to bring her solace, but when a murder rocks the community and a traumatized rescue dog named Lily faces the blame, Pru's sanctuary transforms into a deadly battleground. With each dog she befriends, she unravels startling clues and uncovers the unsettling truths lurking beneath the surface of this picturesque town. Driven by a fierce sense of justice and an uncanny ability to communicate with the animals, Pru must navigate her own tangled emotions while trying to prove Lily’s innocence. Alongside her cantankerous tabby, Wallis, and a lineup of quirky townsfolk, Pru finds herself entangled in a web of deceit where every bark and wag holds a thread of the mystery. She grapples with her psychic abilities, questioning her sanity and confronting the pulse of fear that the real killers might strike again. With chilling twists, sharp humor, and the unbreakable bond between humans and their furry companions, the Pru Marlowe series invites readers to follow the fearless heroine as she discovers that uncovering the truth may place her directly in the crosshairs of a killer. Will she solve the mystery before the shadows close in? Each book is a thrilling adventure that dives deeper into the complex nature of loyalty, love, and the unspoken language of animals—keeping readers guessing and eager for more in this enchanting and dangerous world.