The Rita Mae Brown and Sneaky Pie Brown Series is a set of murder mystery novels, that take place in the cozy town of Crozet, Virgina. The main protagonist is Mary Minor Haristeen, or Harry as her friends call her. She has a curiosity that just cannot be satisfied, and when ever a mystery shows itself, she is quick to jump on the case. She is assisted by three animal companions: Mrs. Murphy, a Grey Tiger Cat, Tee Tucker, a Welsh Corgi and Pewter, an over-weight gray cat. With their help Harry has been able to overcome the odds. This series is a New York Times bestseller.