title: The Dogfather: A Dog Lover's Mystery
author:  Susan Conant 
description: Susant Conant is a three-time recipient of the Maxwell Award for Fiction Writing given by the Dog Writer's Association of America. She lives with her husband, two cats, and two Alaskan malamutes.
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  #1 New York Times bestselling author **SUSAN MALLERY** writes heartwarming and
  humorous novels about the relationships that define women’s lives—family,
  friendship and romance. She’s best known for putting nuanced characters into
  emotionally complex real-life situations with twists that surprise and delight
  readers. Because Susan is passionate about animal welfare, pets play a big
  role in her books. Beloved by millions of readers worldwide, her books have
  been translated into twenty-eight languages.
  
  
  Susan lives in Washington state with her husband and two ragdoll cats. Visit
  her online at [susanmallery.com](http://www.susanmallery.com).
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  Celebrate the season with this warmhearted charmer from #1 New York Times
  bestselling author Susan Mallery
  
  
  When Princess Bethany’s father, the king, sells one of his best stallions, she
  insists the animal get the royal treatment. Disguised as Beth Smith, a mere
  stable hand, she takes him to Happily Inc, California, a qua