“HAIR OF THE DOG offers up a rare blend of great plot, appealing characters, and gorgeous setting. Carlene O’Neil has crafted a suspenseful page-turner with the skill of a master mystery sommelier. This latest addition to the Cypress Cove series is a gold medal read.”

"With its charming wine-country setting and a smart, savvy protagonist who won’t quit until the truth is revealed, HAIR OF THE DOG has enough intriguing characters and compelling twists and turns to keep readers guessing to the very last page. I thoroughly enjoyed this book!”

"An enjoyable and well-paced mystery with a surprise kicker. O’Neil’s third Cypress Cove Mystery is a delightful addition to the series.”

“[A] barrel full of textured plot twists, robust characters, and sparkling suspense . . . [A] mystery of the highest reserve.”

"O’Neil has penned a witty and welcome entry into the field of the traditional mystery, with a smart and level-headed sleuth and a plot with as many twists as a grapevine. Welcome to Joyeux Winery--but do watch your step."

“Piquant, heady, and satisfyingly surprising.”

“[A] good series, with just the right amount of mystery to keep the reader coming back for more.”

“The author’s experience as a wine specialist shines…This novel accurately reflects the pressure, competition, and pride all vineyard owners have over their crops. Equally delightful is the truly likable heroine, whose intelligence is matched by her wry humor and dedication to upholding her particular ethics and sense of justice.”

“A well-rounded mystery that is a welcome addition to the cozy genre. This was a good read and I can’t wait to see what happens next in Cypress Cove.”

“The breathtaking setting and stellar cast of characters—from protagonists Penny and Antonia to their various employees and family members to Penny’s pets, gray tabby Petite Syrah and malamute Nanook—made this a sparkling debut.”