Bark Humbug - David Rosenfelt
Pub. Date: Oct. 27, 2026
This is the 34th in the Andy Carpenter series and its annual holiday installment. It would work as a standalone. Andy is an irascible, but somehow charming defense attorney. He doesn’t really want to try cases and, fortunately, his wealth allows him to choose only those in which he believes. He has an interesting team with whom he works, including his wife, Laurie, a former police officer. He and Laurie also founded the Tara Foundation for rescue dogs, named for his loyal golden retriever.
The mayor of Paterson, NJ, who is also a gubernatorial candidate, is gunned down along with one of his donors. The prime suspect is Jon, a former Marine raider, with PTSD. Jon’s sister tricks Andy into taking the case, which has evidence supporting both Jon’s guilt and innocence. As Andy's investigation proceeds, rampant political corruption is uncovered.
Bark Humbug is an entertaining blend of mystery and legal thriller with comedic elements. With a solid plot, colorful characterizations, twists, turns, courtroom drama, and great humor, this is a very enjoyable, fast-paced read. What truly sets Rosenfelt’s writing apart is his ability to infuse humor throughout his stories, particularly through Andy’s witty and snarky remarks. This is one of the few series I have ever read (and I have read many) that consistently makes me laugh out loud.
I look forward to each addition to this series. It is one of my “must reads” whenever a new one is available. Every book is a delight.
Thanks to @NetGalley and @StMartinsPress and @Minotaur_Books for the DRC.
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