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Bark to the Future: A Chet & Bernie Mystery Kindle Edition

by Spencer Quinn (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,226 ratings
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Spencer Quinn's Bark to the Future continues the adventurous New York Times and USA Today bestselling series that Stephen King calls “without a doubt the most original mystery series currently available.”

When Chet the dog, “the most lovable narrator in all of crime fiction” (Boston Globe), and his human partner, PI Bernie Little, are approached by a down-and-out older man with a cardboard sign at an exit ramp, Bernie is shocked to discover the man is a former teammate from his high school baseball team. Chet and Bernie take Rocket out for a good meal, and later, Bernie investigates Rocket’s past, trying to figure out what exactly went wrong.

Then, Rocket goes suspiciously missing. With his former teammate likely in danger, Bernie goes back to his old high school for answers, where much that he remembers turns out not to be true—and there are powerful and dangerous people not happy with the questions Bernie is asking.

Bernie soon learns that he misunderstood much about his high school years – and now, Chet and Bernie are plunged into a dangerous case where the past isn’t dead and the future could be fatal.

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A tidy mystery, a good dollop of action, and a rumination on life after high school--who could ask for more? Chet, with his innate doggie wisdom, is sure to inspire loyal fans and seduce new readers. --Publishers Weekly

Chet's narration provides humor and insight, and Bernie's search into his own past provides meditations on growing up and growing apart. --Library Journal

About the Author

Spencer Quinn is the pen name for Peter Abrahams, the Edgar-winning, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the Chet and Bernie mystery series, as well as the #1 New York Times bestselling Bowser and Birdie series for middle-grade readers. He lives on Cape Cod with his wife Diana and dog Pearl.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09CNF4X27
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Forge Books (August 9, 2022)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ August 9, 2022
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 4529 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 329 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1250843294
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,226 ratings

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Spencer Quinn lives on Cape Cod with his dog, Audrey. He is currently working on the next Chet and Bernie novel.

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Daniel Kurdilla
5.0 out of 5 stars a well done series
Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2023
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A friend turned me on to these and I have ended up buying each one in the series. Very well done, and not just for dog lovers. The stories are not cloying or cutesy. I've actually bought several of the first one to give to beach-reading dog-loving friends, all of whom have enjoyed them tremendously.
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Julia
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Story! You will love Chet!
Reviewed in the United States on August 12, 2022
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I always look forward to next installment in this series. This was a great story and it takes you back to Bernie’s high school days. Bernie is a great character with a high moral code. The dialogue is so authentic especially with Rocket, one of the characters in this story. I wish there were two Chet and Bernie books a year. They are immensely enjoyable and highly recommend this series!
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Gus
4.0 out of 5 stars Good read
Reviewed in the United States on October 25, 2023
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Dog has a lot to say
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JoEllen Gates
5.0 out of 5 stars Bernie and Chet, best team ever!
Reviewed in the United States on August 20, 2023
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The Bernie and Chet series are the best! So heartwarming. Spencer Quinn does a great job telling the story from Chet’s perspective. When I read these books I feel as if I’m in the story with Bernie and Chet. By far, my favorite series I have ever read! Can’t go wrong reading any of the books in this series. Thank you Spencer Quinn!
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JS
5.0 out of 5 stars Well written and fun
Reviewed in the United States on July 9, 2023
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I love this series with Chet the Jet and his pal, Detective Bernie. Well written, fun, and clever. One of the better series starring an exceptional canine companion, Chet, and his beloved owner, Detective Bernie Little of the Little Detective agency.
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Patto
5.0 out of 5 stars Chet: “ There’s all kinds of beauty in life.”
Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2024
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The author of the Chet and Bernie series gives a very convincing picture of what goes on in a dog’s mind. And surprise! Chet’s thought stream is full of good lessons for humans.

In this book Bernie encounters an old high school classmate who’s gone seriously downhill. He’s homeless and pretty crazy. Bernie wants to help Rocket — but the guy disappears before that can happen.

Looking for Rocket, Bernie digs deep into the past, interviewing all his former classmates and baseball teammates.

Chet is right there with him, misunderstanding a lot of what’s said — but saving Bernie’s life over and over, being a pro, keeping up a positive attitude, and and always hoping to find a stray Cheeto under a couch. What a life!
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gallo
5.0 out of 5 stars Love the Cher and Bernie series
Reviewed in the United States on November 2, 2023
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Easy read for all ages. Fun amusing mysteries
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AJ Woerz
5.0 out of 5 stars now my new favorite of the entire series.
Reviewed in the United States on September 10, 2022
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perhaps because Chet doesn't have a near death experience all by himself in the animal shelter table or in the desert... those are really scary. At least this time he and Bernie are together and pull themselves out. It is also good to have some backstory on Bernie. Good he seems to have found someone to care for that cares about him. All in all this moves the story line along in a real sense, not just disjointed storylines.

But holy smokes, I'd sure like to see him get a grip on his finances... :) Burn the pants at least, why pay storage?
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Alan Frees
5.0 out of 5 stars Bernie & Chet do it again
Reviewed in Australia on December 25, 2022
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Another excellent tale in the long running series. The world as seen & heard by the very special, Chet. Please keep them coming SQ. AF
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