A Wedding Tail
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Felix subtly shook his head, tapping his finger to his lips to say it was just between them. He was going to propose soon.
The secret had Zoe grinning stupidly, happy for Addison, who was officially going to get the family she’d always wanted. Fairy-tale themed wedding ideas were already flitting through Zoe’s head.
“And don’t worry about a thing,” Aiden told her. “You’re going to get the best care money can buy. Physiotherapists, chiropractors, acupuncturists. You name it, I’ve hired them. The next few months of your rehab have already been coordinated.”
Taking out his phone, he began flipping through screens rapidly, opening documents. “The schedule has been set out in a calendar, color coded, labeled, and alphabetized as per your preferences.” He gave her a facetious look, as though daring her to ask if it came with footnotes.
But she smiled gratefully. “Thank you.”
Zoe’s mother had been silent, maybe a bit shy among the large group, but now she automatically bowed to Aiden in thanks.
Being a handshake guy, Aiden stiffened a little before giving his own awkward bow in return. When he stood up, his hand reached for his tie—a self-conscious tic he had.
“It’s the least I can do,” he told Zoe. “I owe you”—he kissed the top of Piper’s head—“more than my life. I’ve got a printout of your rehabilitation schedule in the car. Do you want to see it?”
“That’s okay,” Zoe said. “I trust that you did a great job. I’m sure it will all work itself out.”
Levi’s head snapped to her, but he didn’t say anything until everyone had said their good-byes and left. When they were finally alone, his eyes narrowed as he laid a hand on her forehead. “Maybe you’re not doing so well, after all.”
“Why? What’s wrong?” Zoe craned her neck to look at the monitors, as though the numbers and squiggles flashing across them were announcing her impending death.
“You’re clearly very sick,” he said with a smirk. “You’re not yourself at all. What happened to things working out because you make sure they do?”
She laughed, recalling how laid back Levi had been the first day they’d met, how much it had irritated her. But despite everything that had gone wrong that day—hell, over the next few weeks—everything really did turn out for the best.
Piper’s wedding turned out fantastic—well, except for the whole attempted murder thing. Zoe had cleared her name, she was finally a property owner, had adopted a lifesaving doxie, and she’d found her heart in the form of a rock star.
Zoe laughed in disbelief. “Turns out, life doesn’t go as planned. Sometimes, it’s better.”
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MUST LOVE WIENERS
BEAUTY AND THE WIENER
Praise for
MUST LOVE WIENERS
“Paws down, one of the funniest books I’ve read in a long time. A lively romantic mystery with a quirky and relatable heroine, a sexy leading man, and adorable dachshunds. No bones about it, this book is a real treat!”
—Diane Kelly, author of the Paw Enforcement series
“A satisfying blend of romance and mystery … Add the appropriate amount of playful banter and dog shenanigans, and you’ve got the makings of a promising start to a new series. A delightfully adorable mystery-romance with a well-planned plot. And dogs!”
—Kirkus Reviews
“A fun and charming series … combines humor and romance with a dash of mystery, all while showcasing the author’s determined heroine fighting for her dream. Settle in and enjoy, and keep the puppy treats handy!”
—RT Book Reviews
“Griffin’s spirited, wholesome love story escalates into a deeper mystery offering playful comic relief en route to a revealing whodunit.”
—Shelf Awareness
“Who doesn’t love a story with cute dogs, hot billionaires, quirky heroines, and a sweet HEA? I cannot wait for the next book in what is the start of a wonderful series to come.”
—Harlequin Junkie (Top Pick!)
“Great characters and a lively and captivating plot make this a terrific read.”
—Romance Reviews Today
About the Author
A true geek at heart, CASEY GRIFFIN can often be found at comic conventions on her days off from her day job, driving 400-ton dump trucks in Northern Alberta, Canada. As a jack of all trades with a resume boasting registered nurse, English teacher, and photographer, books are her true passion. Casey is a 2012 Amazon Breakthrough Novel finalist and is currently busy writing every moment she can. Visit her on the Web at www.caseygriffin.com, or sign up for email updates here.
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Contents
Title Page
Copyright Notice
Acknowledgments
1. Top Dog
2. Stop the Music
3. Dog and Pony Show
4. Paws Off
5. Leader of the Pack
6. Same Song and Dance
7. Dog Days
8. Well, Dog My Cats
9. Howling Mad
10. Tail Between the Legs
11. Puppy Dog Eyes
12. Love Me, Love My Dog
13. Singing the Blues
14. Blow This Hot Dog Stand
15. Put a Dog Off the Scent
16. Like a Dog with a Bone
17. Tuned Out
18. A Song and Dance
19. Make the Canary Sing
20. Changing Her Tune
21. Singing a Different Tune
22. A Barking Dog Never Bites
23. Bad Dog
24. Three-Dog Night
25. All Bark and No Bite
26. Face the Music
27. A Shaggy Dog Story
28. Singing the Same Tune
29. Tail Wagging the Dog
30. I’ll Get You and Your Little Dog, Too
31. Put on the Dog
32. Hear of Marriage and You’ll Dream of a Funeral
33. Bird-Dog
34. Putting the Dog Down
35. A Live Dog Is Better Than a Dead Boyfriend
36. In Tune
Also By Casey Griffin
Praise for Must Love Wieners
About the Author
Copyright
This is a work of fiction. All of the characters, organizations, and events portrayed in this novel are either products of the author’s imagination or are used fictitiously.
A WEDDING TAIL
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