Showing posts with label D Watts. Show all posts
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Friday, 11 October 2024

**FELINE FICTION FIX** Book Reviews with Amber at The Mewton-Clawson Library #292 featuring **A Not So Purrfect Hex** by D. Watts PLUS Friendly Fill-Ins

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Hello meautiful library guests 

and 

Welcome to the Mewton-Clawson Library at BBHQ 

Thank mew for joining me in the stacks today, and this week it's been rather quiet in the library, and the mice are getting ready to take a three day vacation to the pub across the road. Apparently, there's a mini food festival, so they're going to help themselves and try all the delicacies on offer.

And I know that they're having time off, and I refused Melvyn's request last week, but this is why. The mice are off, so Melvyn can't be. Mew know it's simple staff logistics, and I don't know why some purrsons just can't grasp it!

This was me yesterday, enjoying the heated floor in the catservatory, and I must say it is rather therapeutic for my old, arthritic bones!

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And yes, I know I've got eye snot, but I did warn the P.A. most vehemently that I WAS NOT IN THE MOOD to have my face cleaned, and if she wanted to keep all her digits, she needed to step away from the flannel! MOL

Anyhoo let's look at this week's top book pick.

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Today the P.A. is also joining in Friday Fill-ins Blog Hop with the pawesome 15 & Meowing and Four-Legged Furballs.
1. I _____________________ when I feel overwhelmed.
2. My favorite streaming service is_____________________.
3. I try to help _________ when I can.
4. I could tell a scary story about _________.

The P.A.'s answers are...

1. I retreat at BBHQ when I feel overwhelmed. There's no place like home.

2. My favourite streaming service is Netflix. But even then, there's not much to watch because A: If it's a decent movie, I've probably already watched it. Or B: If it's a TV show, they usually cancel the ones I like after one season.

3. I try to help anipal charities when I can. The B Team just sent fifteen snuggle mats and a big bag full of toys to a cat rescue not far from Erin the Cat Princess.

4. I could tell a scary story about THE B TEAM! LOL! In fact, I've got lots of scary stories about The B Team! LOL And guess what? I've started to write The Purrminator, which is the adventure between The Clockwork Labyrinth and Claws of Terror, the scary story of how Basil went to meet The M Unit in 2033 to save Melvyn. So, if you'd like to read it, let me know, and I'll see if I can serialise it like the others.
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Let's see what I've got to show mew this time!

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A Not So Purrfect Hex


A Cotswold Cat Familiar Cozy Mystery Book 3

by 

D. Watts

       Here's a little snippet of the book blurb:      

Now, it seems her foes are more fur-midable than ever...Felicity Knight always tries to mind her own business, but coming to grips with being a witch makes total neutrality quite the trick...and that’s not to mention her untimely penchant for stumbling onto crime scenes.

When Felicity and her father, George, discover the body of a woman (whose local witch tour was followed by true horror), resistance is futile. It’s a case that must be cracked.

As if a new murder mystery isn’t enough for Felicity and her feline familiar, Atticus, something strange is brewing at The River Inn and needs attention. Spirits, however, prove stubborn, and addressing a haunting is daunting.

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Previously reviewed books in The Cotswolds Cat Familiar Cozy Mystery Books



The other day, when I was picking a book to review today from my ever growing to-read list, I stumbled upon this one. And it's been quite a while since I reviewed books one and two, so I thought it would be nice to jump back into the series and see what happens next!

A Not So Purrfect Hex is the third instalment of D. Watts' Cotswold Cat Familiar Cozy Mystery series, and it doesn't disappoint at all, as mew are treated to a captivating tale filled with more intrigue and magic.

The story follows our protagonist, Felicity Knight, as she navigates the challenges of recently discovering she's a witch and trying to come to terms with her new powers. Not only that, her cat familiar, Atticus, who does have a pleasant amount of snark and cattitude happening, sometimes doesn't help the cause at all! MOL

And if that's not enough to deal with, she has the misfortune to stumble upon yet another mysterious crime scene in the quaint village she lives in. The story weaves together elements of witchcraft, a compelling murder mystery, and the supernatural, all set against the backdrop of the enchanting Cotswold countryside.

It has an engaging plot, and the characters continue to develop, so mew feel invested in their journey as mew read the series. There is a touch of romance, but nowhere near as spicy as last week's book. This a purrfect Sunday afternoon read and is sure to enchant readers who love cozy cat mysteries with a touch of the mystical and magical.

If mew are subscribed to Kindle Unlimited, it is available within their catalogue to read as part of your subscription.


Another Totally Top Paw Addition To The Series!


Paperback: 282 pages
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I'm off to prepare for next week's review, as mew know the drill, so many books, so little time!

I always look forward to your company every Friday throughout the review season as I share a specially paw-picked book just for mew, my epic readers!

Don't forget if mew are looking for great books with cats, check out the Book Review page, just click the link here or at the top of the page, as that's the place to visit to get your feline fiction fix.

Until next week...

Keep calm and read more books

Amber 









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Friday, 12 January 2024

**FELINE FICTION FIX** Book Reviews with Amber at The Mewton-Clawson Library #264 featuring **A Not So Purrfect Culprit ~ A Cotswold Cat Familiar Cozy Mystery Book 2** By D. Watts **PLUS** Friendly Fill-Ins

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Hello gorgeous library guests 

and 

Welcome to the Mewton-Clawson Library at BBHQ 

Thank mew for joining me in the stacks today and have I got an epic throwback for mew today!

 I'm the last remaining memfur of the Crotchety Cougars, and so I thought I'd share this really fun photo I found while looking for a cute picture for today.

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This was taken on my official enrollment in October 2017 after pawesome Auwnty Ellen from 15&Meowing sent me a meautiful knitted hat to welcome me to the tribe, when I was much chubbier and my chest fur was a lot smoother and oodles more fluffy.

Ahhh those were the days, and all those furbulous excursions we went on, obviously I'm sworn to secrecy as what happened in the Crotchety Cougars stays in the Crotchety Cougars! MOL

But I will say this, it was EPICALLY EPIC!

Anyhoo, let's look at this weeks top book pick.

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1. Wouldn’t it be nice if __________________________.
2. I don’t mind buying used ______________________.
3. I have a strange habit of _________.
4. I have enough ________ to last a lifetime.

The P.A.'s answers are...

1. Wouldn’t it be nice if everyone could just get along. We live in the best of times, with the best of facilities and opportunities, yet some peeps just want to be difficult and create wars, pan--demics and all other manner of global atrocities, when in reality they don't need to happen. It makes no sense to me on any level, when there is more than enough to go around. 

2. I don’t mind buying used clothes, in fact I absolutely love finding a vintage bargain, my last purchase was a 1990s Mondi cropped jacket from Ebay. Used furniture too is also very welcome, as I love to paint furniture and have done for over 30 years. 

3. I have a strange habit of ________.  To be honest I don't really have any strange habits, although some others might beg to differ! LOL 

4. I have enough knitwear to last a lifetime. See last weeks fill-ins! LOL Plus if anything gets holey or damaged, I repair it. I'm the same with sewing buttons on, repairing zippers, tailoring things to fit. I can't imagine not being able to sew a button on, or repair things. Mend and keep it forever! LOL

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This week's top book pick is...

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A Not So Purrfect Culprit 


 A Cotswold Cat Familiar Cozy Mystery Book 2

by

D. Watts

       Here's a little snippet of the book blurb:      

Following the thread too far could lead to a cat-astrophe … On the heels of opening her crystal jewellery shop in the English village, along with a new snarky familiar, debut witch, Felicity Knight now finds herself pursued by the animal doc, Benedict Vincent. He’s quite the catch despite him being a creature of the night and all. Life is good for Felicity until another homicide throws everything off kilter.

Benedict’s bloodsucking friend, Raphael, has plenty of enemies, so when he’s found murdered, things get predictably messy. Felicity would prefer to keep a distance while exploring her newfound elemental powers, but with Benedict pegged as the chief suspect, someone has to vindicate the vet before it’s too late.

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This week I decided to continue a series I started last year, and picked up A Not So Purrfect Culprit, the second book in the Cotswold Cat Familiar Cozy Mystery series by D. Watts, and I must say, I was thoroughly entertained! Set in the quaint English village of Agnes, this book had everything I look for in a cozy mystery: a charming setting, a cast of quirky characters, and a puzzling paranormal whodunit that kept me guessing until the very end.

The story follows our amateur sleuth and newbie witch Felicity, and her talking magical cat, Atticus, as they unravel the mystery surrounding a murder of a vampire. Along the way, they encounter a colorful cast of suspects. The plot was well-paced and kept me engaged from start to end, with plenty of twists and turns to keep me turning those pages.

But what really is fun. is Atticus the talking cat, mew know how much I love a talking cat in a series. He's a clever, magical and mischievous feline with a wicked sense of humor, and he had me chuckling out loud with his witty remarks and clever observations. I also appreciated how the author incorporated magic and paranormal elements into the story without overpowering the mystery.

Overall, A Not So Purrfect Culprit was a delightful read that had me eagerly turning the pages. I think this book is purrfect for any cozy cat paranormal mystery fans, cat lovers, or anyone looking for a fun and engaging read. I can't wait to see what adventures Felicity, Atticus and Co get up to next!

 I can't wait to read the next installment in the series, of which there are five in total, and they are all available on Kindle Unlimited if mew're a subscriber!

A Totally Top Paw Read!

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Paperback: 300 pages
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I'm off to read next week's books, as mew know the drill, so many books, so little time! 

Don't forget, if mew are looking for great books with cats, check out the Book Review page, just click the link here or at the top of the page, as that's the place to visit to get your feline fiction fix. 

Until next time...

Keep calm and read more books

Amber 

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