Discover the gripping mystery that unfolds during August in the heartwarming town of Cottageville, where canine stylist Sarah Carter and her loyal Australian cattle dog, Whiskey, stumble upon a series of puzzling events. It all begins innocently enough with a somber backyard farewell for Oodle the poodle. Soon after, Sarah finds herself thrust into a tangled web of intrigue when she saves a stranger's life in a local café, only to discover he has left town to avoid talking to the police. As questions swirl and suspicions grow, Sarah's keen instincts lead her deeper into learning more about that mysterious man.

When Sarah and Whiskey join Gladys Rossmiller to choose a new poodle from a local rescue, they unwittingly stumble upon a scene of peril. The owners lie unconscious, their fates uncertain. As Sarah digs deeper into the circumstances surrounding the rescuers' sudden illness, she uncovers something sinister that threatens their serene community.

In Poodles and Poison, Faith Walker weaves a tale of suspense and intrigue, where loyalty, love, and the unbreakable bond between humans and their canine companions overcome evil that invades their town. Prepare to be swept into this cozy mystery that will keep you guessing until the very end.