Started Early, Took My Dog is the fourth book in the Jackson Brodie series by Kate Atkinson.
The Jackson Brodie series follows the life and investigations of a former police inspector turned private investigator, Jackson Brodie. Each novel delves into intricate mysteries, exploring Brodie’s complex character as he navigates through cases that intertwine with his personal life.
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Tracy Waterhouse leads a quiet, ordered life as a retired police detective — a life that takes a surprising turn when she encounters Kelly Cross, a habitual offender, dragging a young child through town. Both appear miserable and better off without each other — or so decides Tracy, in a snap decision that surprises herself as much as Kelly. Suddenly burdened with a small child, Tracy soon learns her parental inexperience is actually the least of her problems, as much larger ones loom for her and her young charge.
Meanwhile, Jackson Brodie, the beloved detective of novels such as Case Histories, is embarking on a different sort of rescue: that of an abused dog. Dog in tow, Jackson is about to learn, along with Tracy, that no good deed goes unpunished.
About the Author
Kate Atkinson is a British author known for her novels, short stories, and plays. Kate Atkinson books have received numerous awards and accolades. These include the Whitbread Book of the Year Award (for Behind the Scenes at the Museum) and multiple Costa Book Awards in various categories. She has also been shortlisted for prestigious literary awards such as the Man Booker Prize.
Kate Atkinson books are therefore a must-read for so many people. Atkinson’s writing often blends various genres, including literary fiction, crime fiction, and historical fiction, and she is praised for her intricate plots, well-drawn characters, and sharp wit.
What to read next
I’d definitely recommend continuing with the rest of the Jackson Brodie series. The next book in the series is titled Big Sky.
