Best David Rosenfelt Audiobooks

Open and Shut

Andy Carpenter • Book 1

by David Rosenfelt

Narrated by Grover Gardner

Defense attorney Andy Carpenter loves his golden retriever Tara more than his legal career, but a case involving old secrets pulls him back into serious litigation.

First Degree

Andy Carpenter • Book 2

by David Rosenfelt

Narrated by Grover Gardner

Defense attorney Andy Carpenter and his golden retriever Tara investigate a murder case involving his girlfriend. Grover Gardner's warm narration suits this cozy legal mystery perfectly.

Play Dead

Andy Carpenter • Book 6

by David Rosenfelt

Narrated by Grover Gardner

Lawyer Andy Carpenter saves a golden retriever from death row, only to discover the dog witnessed a five-year-old murder. Gardner's narration captures both Carpenter's wisecracks and his genuine affection for dogs while building tension around this unusual witness.

New Tricks

Andy Carpenter • Book 7

by David Rosenfelt

Narrated by Grover Gardner

Defense attorney Andy Carpenter inherits an adorable Bernese puppy whose owner was brutally murdered, triggering a violent chase for the valuable dog. The stakes feel surprisingly high for such a cute catalyst.

Dead Center

Andy Carpenter • Book 5

by David Rosenfelt

Narrated by Grover Gardner

Andy Carpenter tackles murder within an ultra-secretive religious community while fumbling through his return to dating. The combination of deadly secrets and romantic comedy works surprisingly well.

Dog Tags

Andy Carpenter • Book 8

by David Rosenfelt

Narrated by Grover Gardner

Grover Gardner captures the unique premise where lawyer Andy Carpenter must defend a German Shepherd police dog whose owner faces murder charges.

Outfoxed

Andy Carpenter • Book 14

by David Rosenfelt, Grover Gardner

Narrated by Grover Gardner

Andy Carpenter's dog-rescue lawyer returns as an inmate in his prison training program faces murder charges — Gardner's warm narration perfectly matches the series' blend of humor and heart.

Collared

Andy Carpenter • Book 16

by David Rosenfelt

Narrated by Grover Gardner

Grover Gardner captures defense attorney Andy Carpenter's wit as a routine dog rescue at the Tara Foundation becomes a murder investigation when the abandoned pup's microchip reveals shocking connections.

The Twelve Dogs of Christmas

Andy Carpenter • Book 15

by David Rosenfelt

Narrated by Grover Gardner

Defense attorney Andy Carpenter eagerly takes a case involving his friend Pups Boyer, who rescues stray puppies before finding them homes. Grover Gardner's warm narration perfectly captures the series' blend of legal drama and canine charm.

One Dog Night

Andy Carpenter • Book 9

by David Rosenfelt

Narrated by Grover Gardner

Defense lawyer Andy Carpenter takes on a client accused of arson murder, connected through their shared love of dogs. Grover Gardner captures both the legal maneuvering and the series' signature canine charm.

Dachshund Through the Snow

An Andy Carpenter Novel • Book 20

by David Rosenfelt

Narrated by Grover Gardner

Bury the Lead

Andy Carpenter • Book 3

by David Rosenfelt

Narrated by Grover Gardner

Defense attorney Andy Carpenter reluctantly takes on a case defending a reporter accused of being a serial killer. Grover Gardner's wry narration captures Carpenter's sardonic humor and the puzzle-solving satisfaction of legal detection work.

Sudden Death

Andy Carpenter • Book 4

by David Rosenfelt

Narrated by Grover Gardner

Defense attorney Andy Carpenter represents an NFL running back accused of murdering a rival team's wide receiver. The sports world backdrop adds fresh stakes to the legal maneuvering.

Deck the Hounds

Andy Carpenter • Book 18

by David Rosenfelt

Narrated by Grover Gardner

Andy Carpenter's Christmas kindness toward a homeless man and his dog snowballs into another murder case. Rosenfelt's trademark humor and Grover Gardner's timing make this holiday mystery consistently entertaining.

Rescued

Andy Carpenter • Book 17

by David Rosenfelt

Narrated by Grover Gardner

Defense attorney Andy Carpenter investigates when a dog transport truck turns up with a murdered driver. Grover Gardner captures Carpenter's dry humor and genuine love for canine rescue work.

Bark of Night

An Andy Carpenter Novel • Book 19

by David Rosenfelt

Narrated by Grover Gardner

Grover Gardner's warm, conversational delivery makes this cozy mystery feel like a chat with a friend who happens to solve crimes and rescue dogs on the side.

Leader of the Pack

Andy Carpenter • Book 10

by David Rosenfelt

Narrated by Grover Gardner

Lawyer Andy Carpenter remains convinced that Joey Desimone's murder conviction nine years ago was wrong, especially given his family's organized crime connections. Gardner brings his usual charm to Rosenfelt's blend of legal procedure and dog-loving humor.

Unleashed

Andy Carpenter • Book 11

by David Rosenfelt

Narrated by Grover Gardner

Andy Carpenter's accountant Sam gets a desperate call from an old friend, leading to another case involving corporate malfeasance and injured dogs. Grover Gardner captures the humor and heart of Rosenfelt's legal mysteries.

Who Let the Dog Out?

Andy Carpenter • Book 13

by David Rosenfelt

Narrated by Grover Gardner

Someone breaks into Andy Carpenter's dog rescue foundation and steals a mysterious canine — Gardner captures both the comedy and genuine concern for four-legged clients.

Dog Eat Dog

An Andy Carpenter Novel • Book 23

by David Rosenfelt

Narrated by Grover Gardner

Grover Gardner's warm, conversational delivery transforms what could be a formulaic legal thriller into something genuinely human—you believe Andy's moral crusade because Gardner makes you feel the stakes in every pause and inflection.

Holy Chow

Andy Carpenter • Book 25

by David Rosenfelt

Narrated by Grover Gardner

Andy Carpenter's dog rescue work collides with murder when hundreds of placed pets become evidence in his latest case. Grover Gardner's warm delivery matches the series' perfect blend of canine compassion and criminal investigation.

Muzzled

An Andy Carpenter Novel • Book 21

by David Rosenfelt

Narrated by Grover Gardner

Best in Snow

An Andy Carpenter Novel • Book 24

by David Rosenfelt

Narrated by Grover Gardner

Grover Gardner's warm, conversational delivery transforms this snowy murder mystery into the coziest legal thriller you'll hear all year, making the 24th Andy Carpenter case feel like catching up with an old friend.

Santa's Little Yelpers

Andy Carpenter • Book 26

by David Rosenfelt

Narrated by Grover Gardner

A Christmas mystery with a dog rescue twist that serves up holiday cheer alongside Andy Carpenter's trademark snark and legal maneuvering. Perfect seasonal comfort listening.

Dogged Pursuit

Andy Carpenter • Book 31

by David Rosenfelt

Narrated by Grover Gardner

A prequel showing Andy Carpenter's transition from prosecutor to defense attorney in Paterson, taking on his first case as an idealistic lawyer. Gardner's narration captures the younger Andy's determination to fight for underdogs.