Karma is a way of suggesting that your deeds come back to you so you get what you deserve. Kate tries to live calmly and usefully, but even she finds a fun run with dogs chaotic. The Seattle park teems with people and pets, but when she tries to sit apart for some quiet time, she overhears two women having a dispute over whether the dog shelter which is today's charity is really well- intentioned. From the sound of it, these ladies are animal rights activists. Maybe they know something she doesn't. Plus Kate's boyfriend Michael runs a pet store, and his girl assistant has started ogling him and wearing tight tops. Her dog and handler yoga class turns chaotic, then a fire starts near the goats. Could the day get any worse? Kate doesn't know it yet, but a long-lost family member is in the crowd, and another attendee is about to meet an untimely death.

Comedy and tragedy come hand in hand in Tracy Weber's enjoyable stories; the death is of a distinct personality while we can depend on tongue-lolling dog antics to distract us from tragedy and sometimes from clues. Bella the Shepherd is protective to a fault and dislikes other dogs, so between that and needing a special enzyme in her food, she makes the case that pet owning is about responsibility. Michael dislikes Kate's practice of involving herself with murder suspects, but he decides he's better to help her than fight about it. The couple are growing as individuals and together as the series continues. We also see Kate teaching several yoga classes and keeping herself grounded while she tracks down the killer. I especially like the tree climbing episode! KARMA'S A KILLER and this mystery is great fun. Breathe deeply before you begin.

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