Let Sleeping Dogs Lie Jocie McKade

What inspired you to create the dynamic duo of Hope and Pip as the main characters in "Let Sleeping Dogs Lie"?   In the book, the billion-dollar robotic prototype dog plays a significant role. What inspired this unique concept and how did you develop the idea for this futuristic technology? The plot of the book involves a mystery that intertwines past and present events. Can you talk about the process of weaving these storylines together and creating a cohesive narrative? Hope and Pip are faced with various challenges and obstacles throughout the book. How did you approach developing their character arcs and navigating their growth throughout the story?