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Left Fur Dead

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I am always game to try a new series. When I see first in many, I feel like giving it a shot. This was an interesting book, but it was not for me. I am sure this is a personal thing.

Jules is our lead protagonist, she runs a rabbit farm which takes in abused rabbits, do educational tours etc. The book began in a promising fashion (once again from my point of view) and we were quickly thrown into the middle of things with the discovery of a body. Jules has a telepathic rabbit and their interactions were pretty fun. I had a problem with the following things:

There is not much cause for Jules to go investigating and the fact that she continuously is told off by the police and she shrugs it off by thinking "what is his problem?". The problem, however, is quite apparent.
The reveal came out of nowhere. I had a pretty strong (correct) hunch over who the culprit was but the fact that there was no leading information provided as to why someone would do such a thing felt a little off. 
Both of the above facts were rectifiable if there was an additional paragraph provided at two instances in such a way that the result is eased into the existing story as well as give Jules a better motive for investigating would have made it a more interesting read for me. 

I liked the following things:(These do not need much of an elaboration)

The writing or the narration itself
The rabbit farm and their regular routine 
The friendships

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The first book in the Hare Recuse series and a new author for me. I am looking forward to the next book. Juliette "Jules" Bridge has a rabbit farm where she rehabilitate abused rabbits and cares and uses ten to teach children about bunnies. A black and white rabbit named Bun is able to communicate by mental telepathy. He lives in the house with Jules and they go on walks together. On one walk, Bun finds the frozen body of as Arthur Freeman, aka Arty the mime. Jules and Arty work together at children's parties. Fur Bridge Farm is having break-ins with an attempt to harm the rabbits. There are a number of turns as Jules and her BFF, Jessica, examine the events. Will they succeed before someone is able to destroy the rabbits? I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK.

Disclosure: Thanks to Kensington Books for a copy through NetGalley. The opinions expressed my own.

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This was a fun first book in a series. I really enjoyed the main character, Jules and the bunny, Bun, who can communicate telepathically with some people. Jules and Bun work together to solve the murder and who is sabotaging the bunny ranch/educational center. I also liked the secondary characters and look forward to more in this series.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for my eARC in exchange for an honest review.

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Left Fur Dead is the first in a new cozy mystery series by J.M. Griffin. The book series is about Jules, the owner of Fur Bridge Farm, who cares for rabbits that have been rescued as well as raises rabbits and finds good homes for them and Bun, the black-and-white rabbit, who can talk to Jules through mental telepathy. The story starts when Jules and Bun find the body of Arty Freeman, but the mystery continues when trespassers and other unusual things keep occurring at Fur Bridge Farm.

In general, the story mostly centers around Fur Bridge Farm and those who work there as well as those from the community who have reason to interact with the farm. And while it is a animal rescue/rehab farm, it also has a little store where yarn is sold and a veterinarian that helps out too. The book itself is a cute, fun, and light read that was enjoyable from the start. The main character, Jules, does manage to get in a few predicaments on occasion, but she also has a wide network of friends and allies for support. In addition, because Jules work engages her with many different individuals throughout the community, there is a wide range of opportunities for future books. Overall, I found the dynamic between Jules and Bun kept me entertained and interested - as Bun was able to be a good source of information and a good lookout for Jules, but Jules also found him exasperating a few times too. All in all, I found this book rather enjoyable and can definitely recommend.

Thank you to Netgalley and Kensington Books for the book for the advanced reader copy.

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I received a free copy of LEFT FUR DEAD (Book 1 of the Jules & Bun Mysteries) by J.M. Griffin in exchange for an honest review. Jules Bridge runs Fur Bridge Farm; she’s busy as a domestic rabbit rescuer, breeder of pet bunnies, and owner/operator of a souvenir and yarn shop. Jules also has a secret; she can understand one of her rescued rabbits when he speaks to her. As a result, Jules is rarely seen anywhere without her sidekick, Bun. When Jules and Bun find a body while they are out on an early spring walk, Bun insists they find out what happened to the man. Despite law enforcement’s repeated warnings to leave the investigating to them, Jules and Bun continue to search for the killer. Meanwhile, Jules, her employees, and her rabbit farm come under repeated attack. Now both hunter and hunted, can Jules and Bun identify the predator or will they fall prey to the murderer’s snare?

I liked this book. The only jarring note was how everyone immediately assumed Jules would investigate the death. There was no history given of prior investigations or nosy behavior or Jules’ part, so this was bizarre. Otherwise, it was entertaining and fun.

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I talk to my pets. While they listen in their own way, they don't really answer back except in meows and barks. Juliette Bridge talks to her pet as well. The difference is that her pet bunny can answer back....telepathically.

Left Fur Dead is the first book in a new cozy series, the Jules & Bun Mysteries. The title alone was enough to make me want to read the book. The fact her bunny can "talk'' (even if Juliette only hears Bun in her head) made me smile before I even read the first chapter. This book is a cute, fun, totally entertaining light mystery. There are many, many pet/small animal themed cozies....but usually the pets are cats and dogs. This is the first cozy I've read where the pet is a bunny. Not just any old lop eared, nose-twitching bunny....but a telepathic, sleuthing sidekick bunny!

The basics: Juliette and Bun are on their morning walk, just a short hop from Fur Bridge Farm. Bun spots something in the lake, so they investigate. Unfortunately, it's a body. A local performer...a mime...is floating dead in the lake. But who would want to kill Arty the Mime? Bun and Jules are on the case!

The mystery progresses at a nice pace. There are plenty of suspects and twists. Juliette and Bun are an entertaining pair of amateur sleuths. I enjoyed the background theme of a bunny rescue. The side characters are all quirky and fun. The story is a nice mix of mystery, humor and cute bunnies. All in all, a very entertaining cozy mystery. I will definitely be reading more! Can't wait for the next book!

**I voluntarily read an advance readers copy of this book from Kensington via NetGalley. All opinions expressed are entirely my own.**

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A wonderful new cozy series with a telepathic rabbit! Well written page turner with enjoyable characters. Definitely unique and I can't wait for more.

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cozy-mystery, amateur-sleuth, law-enforcement, murder, rescue, pets, bunny, New Hampshire

Great new cozy mystery series! The publisher's blurb is pretty good for starters, but the mystery is well crafted and full of twists and red herrings that hold the reader's interest from beginning to end. Bun is an intelligent and fun pet bunny who communicates with Jules telepathically. Since no one else can hear their interactions it can get a mite embarrassing, especially with local law enforcement! There are a slew of other interesting characters to round things out. Can't wait for the next one!
I requested and received a free ebook copy from Kensington Books via NetGalley. Thank you!

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Left Fur Dead is a great unique cozy mystery with enjoyable characters. The telepathic rabbit is fantastic. Well written and great characters.

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Left fur dead is a fantastic mystery. It has more suspense then a traditional cozy, but it kept me turning pages for a good part of the day! I enjoyed Jules who runs a rehabilitation farm for rabbits in NH. I love how Jules and Jess take care of animals in such a compassionate way. Bun the anxious telepathic bunny adds to the charm of the book. I definitely recommend this great read.

I was provided an advanced reader copy in exchange for my honest review.

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Kindle Copy for Review from NetGalley and Kensington Books.

I received a free, advance copy of this book and this is my unbiased and voluntary review.

A telepathic sleuthing bunny and a rehab therapist come together in this new cozy series.

While on a walk today, Bun the bunny finds a dead body. Turns out that Jules the therapist knew him as a magician. They will find numerous suspects but will they be able to catch the real killer before they will be trapped as another victim.

Cute cozy with a unusual furry sidekick.

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