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Albert Smith's Culinary Capers - The First Five Books (Albert Smith's Culinary Capers - the Five Book Sets 1) Kindle Edition
‘When Steve Higgs writes, he hits it out of the park. I find myself laughing out loud and often.’
When a retired detective and a former police dog set out on a culinary tour of the British Isles, they dream of tasty treats and delicious bakes …
… what they find is mystery, mayhem, and murder.
Albert’s investigator’s brain sees things ordinary people might not, and his dog, Rex Harrison, cannot understand why the humans are struggling to solve each mystery. He can already smell the answer – it’s right before their noses.
Together they lend their skills to help the people they meet, but unwittingly they’ve discovered a master criminal at work, and what started out as a bit of fun, is getting deadlier with each new place they visit.
If you are a fan of gentle, funny mystery books this series is sure to please. Grab a boxed set now and save a packet on buying them individually.
Praise for Rex & Albert:
‘This series has it all; everything I want in a story and series ... humour, suspense, and colourful characters. It’s one of my top all-time favourite series.’
'I so enjoyed this wonderfully written tale of a retired detective and his smart if independent canine companion. From the kindly interactions of Albert to the sneaky actions of his pup, the story is nonstop. I could not easily put this book down. I read far into the night.'
'Wow, this book was hard to put down. The characters come to life, you become engaged in their adventures.'
'This book is laugh out loud funny. Rex Harrison definitely steals the show. This is now my favorite author!'
'This book was such a delight to read! An aged detective on a culinary road trip finds murder, friends and a little too much excitement with his not so obedient washed out police dog. Although fast-paced the author has humor laced throughout the book that will have you laughing out loud!
This series of books contain no cussing and graphic descriptions of violence or bedroom activities.
- LanguageEnglish
- Publication dateDecember 15, 2020
- File size6.1 MB
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- ASIN : B08QRLLGD4
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- Publication date : December 15, 2020
- Language : English
- File size : 6.1 MB
- Simultaneous device usage : Unlimited
- Screen Reader : Supported
- Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
- X-Ray : Enabled
- Word Wise : Enabled
- Print length : 1042 pages
- Page Flip : Enabled
- Book 1 of 2 : Albert Smith's Culinary Capers - the Five Book Sets
- Best Sellers Rank: #85,571 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #2,714 in Cozy Mystery
- #2,897 in Cozy Mysteries (Books)
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About the author

When Steve Higgs wrote his debut novel, Paranormal Nonsense, he was a captain in the British Army. He would like to pretend that he had one of those careers that must be blacked out and generally denied by the government, and that he has to change his name and move constantly because he is still on the watch list in several countries. In truth, though, he started out as a mechanic - not like Jason Statham in the film by that name, sneaking around as a hitman, but more like one of those sleazy guys who charges a fortune and keeps your car for a week even though the only thing you went in for was a squeaky door hinge.
At school, he was largely disinterested in all subjects except creative writing, for which he won his first prize at the age of ten. However, calling it the first prize he won suggests that there were other prizes, which is not the case. Awards may yet come, but in the meantime, he enjoys writing mystery and thriller novels and claims to have more than a hundred books forming a restless queue in his mind because they are desperate to be written.
Now retired from the military, he lives in southeast England with a duo of lazy sausage dogs. Surrounded by rolling hills, brooding castles, and vineyards, he doubts he'll ever leave, the beer is just too good.
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Customers find these books very fun to read, with each mystery keeping them guessing until the end. Moreover, they appreciate the humor, particularly the thoughts of Rex the dog, and the well-developed characters, with one customer highlighting the relationship between Rex Harrison and Albert Smith. Additionally, customers enjoy the culinary content, with one mentioning their favorite recipe being Yorkshire Pudding, and find them relaxing to read.
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Customers find these books very fun to read, describing them as delightful and must-reads, with one customer noting they make a great summer read.
"...These books are fun to read and keep you guessing as to 'who done it'." Read more
"It was an easy read and the relationship between Rex Harrison & Albert Smith is great. Intriguing and humorous. The recipes at the end are a bonus." Read more
"...Good reading." Read more
"...Seriously though, Albert and Rex are a fun pair of sleuths...." Read more
Customers enjoy the mystery content of the book series, finding each story entertaining and keeping them guessing until the end.
"...Culinary Capers - the First Five Books are hysterically funny and full of mystery...." Read more
"...Intriguing and humorous. The recipes at the end are a bonus." Read more
"...Each mystery is very entertaining and I learn more about the main character and British food too. Enjoy." Read more
"Good story lines and fast reads. Funny and entertaining. Having the history of the main dish is a great idea, and the recipes are great...." Read more
Customers find the book hilarious, particularly appreciating the funny thoughts of Rex, the canine character.
"Albert Smith's Culinary Capers - the First Five Books are hysterically funny and full of mystery...." Read more
"...Intriguing and humorous. The recipes at the end are a bonus." Read more
"...These books are so well written and have wonderful funny moments, mostly to do with a big smart dog doing what big smart dogs do...." Read more
"This author must be related to Dr. Doolittle! The thoughts of Rex are so funny, yet how we all imagine our pets are truly thinking...." Read more
Customers appreciate the character development in the book series, with multiple characters appearing throughout the stories, and one customer highlighting the relationship between Rex Harrison and Albert Smith as a great dynamic.
"It was an easy read and the relationship between Rex Harrison & Albert Smith is great. Intriguing and humorous. The recipes at the end are a bonus." Read more
"...Along with tbe mysteries is a parade of truly interesting characters and a traditional recipe at the end of each chapter. Good reading." Read more
"Interesting mix of characters and setting. Rex is patient but persistent with Albert. This makes for good entertaining reading...." Read more
"...I was delighted to find plots and characters so engaging that I didn’t want to put them down! The dog’s thoughts are hysterical!..." Read more
Customers enjoy the book series, particularly appreciating the dog character Rex, with one customer noting he is both hysterically funny and a great sidekick.
"...The canine is both hysterically funny and has a nose for trouble as is and does his human...." Read more
"...I loved trying to figure the crimes out along with Albert! Rex is the best dog ever! I was sad when I finished the last book in this series!..." Read more
"...Thankfully Rex is a great sidekick!" Read more
"The characters were fun and amusing! I loved the dog, Rex, with his constant needling the main character...." Read more
Customers praise the author's work, describing it as amazing and among the best they've read, with one customer particularly enjoying the hijinks in the series.
"...Well done!" Read more
"...The comic relief afforded by Rex’s thoughts about everything. Is spot on...." Read more
"...What a wonderful group of characters, and an incredible, humorous plot!" Read more
"I am still up its 2:20am. Just finished this amazing book...." Read more
Customers enjoy the recipes in the book, describing them as culinary delights, with one customer particularly appreciating the Yorkshire Pudding.
"...Intriguing and humorous. The recipes at the end are a bonus." Read more
"...is a parade of truly interesting characters and a traditional recipe at the end of each chapter. Good reading." Read more
"...Having the history of the main dish is a great idea, and the recipes are great. Would recommend this series to friends and family." Read more
"...British cuisine, a dash of history, a heaping platter full of mystery, and a smarter than average dog and his human to stir the pot...." Read more
Customers find the book very relaxing, with one mentioning it's good for the soul.
"...Funny and serious all the feels in a good book! On to the next" Read more
"...after adventure this charming pair wrestle with the bad guys, savor life, gourmet food & life defying puzzles." Read more
"Get comfortable. Once you start it's very hard to stop. Oh and get a snack, all the food with recipes will make you hungry." Read more
"Fun, easy reading. Good for the soul. Story enjoyable by all ages. Oft times quite humorous and especially very relaxing." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on January 16, 2024Albert Smith's Culinary Capers - the First Five Books are hysterically funny and full of mystery. The canine is both hysterically funny and has a nose for trouble as is and does his human. These books are fun to read and keep you guessing as to 'who done it'.
- Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2024It was an easy read and the relationship between Rex Harrison & Albert Smith is great. Intriguing and humorous. The recipes at the end are a bonus.
- Reviewed in the United States on June 16, 2022Alfred Smith, a retired elderly policeman and his dog, Rex Harrison, are on a bucket list trip. Alfred's goal is to visit towns famous for certain foods such as Yorkshire Pudding and Stilton Cheese. He would also like to learn how to cook some of these wonderful foods. His three grown children worry sbout the old man but seem unable to stop his ramblings. Add to this Alfred's and Rex's ptoclivity for falling into mysteries and murders in every village they visit. Rex uses his excellent nose to find clues but cannot make his human understand what'a going on. Along with tbe mysteries is a parade of truly interesting characters and a traditional recipe at the end of each chapter. Good reading.
- Reviewed in the United States on November 3, 2024In this book, a retired high ranking police officer and his extra large German Shepherd are solving crimes and righting wrongs while learning to cook regional dishes. These books are so well written and have wonderful funny moments, mostly to do with a big smart dog doing what big smart dogs do. Try this series, you won’t want to stop.
- Reviewed in the United States on October 9, 2024At first I wasn't sure if I could get into the story of Albert and his dog Rex. But once I took a few bites of the first story, I wanted to eat it all up. Seriously though, Albert and Rex are a fun pair of sleuths.
Each mystery is very entertaining and I learn more about the main character and British food too.
Enjoy.
- Reviewed in the United States on June 10, 2024This author must be related to Dr. Doolittle! The thoughts of Rex are so funny, yet how we all imagine our pets are truly thinking. Great fun to read! I highly recommend! Thanks Kindle Unlimited for including these Capers!
- Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2024Good story lines and fast reads. Funny and entertaining. Having the history of the main dish is a great idea, and the recipes are great. Would recommend this series to friends and family.
- Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2023These books were so much fun and curious!! I loved trying to figure the crimes out along with Albert! Rex is the best dog ever! I was sad when I finished the last book in this series! Kudos to Steve Highs for a fabulous story line...again!
Top reviews from other countries
- AnnyReviewed in Australia on January 8, 2021
5.0 out of 5 stars Never too old.
Really enjoying Albert and Rex’s adventures so far not quite a Mrs Fisher but still lovely to read. Looking forward to seeing how they go 😉
- Vita ReaderReviewed in Canada on April 19, 2022
5.0 out of 5 stars The Yorkshire pudding
Enjoyed this book. All of them have been entertaining. The last one even more so Rex Harrison has really performed I think I could say an oscar-winning performance in this last book even though he's a dog. Albert's claim that he's a service animal is not believable to anybody who has ever being around Rex . Even though he was thrown out of the police force for disciplinary problems that is the very quality that makes Rex stand out amongst the rest, he is unique . Rex is a great companion and a very entertaining sidekick. The situations that Rex gets into in this book made me laugh out loud so many times, some with tears of joy. All this and Albert still got his man. This is a great series that proves a discarded dog and his somewhat elderly owner are still a useful part of Society and are still able to have fun .
- JayneReviewed in the United Kingdom on September 8, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant
Great stories great characters, I love the interaction of the animals . It’s great to know what the animals are thinking and saying regarding their humans. The plots are good too. A very enjoyable read, I’ve ordered the next set of books, once started very hard to out down
- Nisha WadhwaReviewed in India on February 26, 2021
4.0 out of 5 stars Mouth watering, delightful series!
The premise of this series is truly interesting! Some of the scenes depicting Rex's adventures are well written and as arresting as the main plot itself. The dog's frustration as he tries to communicate with his human is hilarious and something to think about. The character of Rex is as engaging as that of Albert Smith, if not more.
- Susan MccaigReviewed in the United Kingdom on April 6, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Yummy
Great series .Retired detective with great dog solving crimes involved in good .Best I've read for a while complicated but funny with it .I'm looking for his next book .Fab