Showing posts with label Leanne Leeds. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Leanne Leeds. Show all posts

Saturday, 22 June 2024

**FELINE FICTION FIX** Book Reviews with Amber at The Mewton-Clawson Library #287 featuring **Honey, Hairballs, and Murder: A Cozy Magic Midlife Mystery** by Leanne Leeds **PLUS** Friendly Fill-Ins Blog Hop

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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. It was lovely and warm in the catservatory yesterday, and it was made even better with clean snuggle blankets plus Baby Snuff, my polar bear companion, he'd even had a quick whirl through the washing machine too, and he smelled lovely! MOL

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And yes, I know I've got eye snot again; the P.A. has tried to ambush me five times already with a warm, damp cloth, but the good news is even in my advanced years, I can still protest enough for her to walk away with her evil, damp cloth! MOL

Mew remember last week when I mentioned Blogger was not working correctly and making things difficult?  Well, the P.A. tried using the computer at work to write a post the other day, and Blogger worked normally. But at BBHQ today, the computer here has all the problems mentioned last week. 

Maybe the two computers have different versions of Windows? The P.A. will investigate further and let mew know next week.

Anyhoo, what books have mew been reading this week?

Apart from this week's top pick, I've also reread (R.R.) plus a new read (N.R.) since my last review:

Dead Beat by Jim Butcher - Harry Dresden BK 7 - (R.R.)

Proven Guilty by Jim Butcher - Harry Dresden BK 8 - (R.R.)

White Knight by Jim Butcher - Harry Dresden BK 9 - (R.R.)

and for a bit of variety...

Fallen by Lauren Kate - Fallen Series BK 1 (R.R.)

Plus one new book, and if mew like the Rivers of London series, mew'll really, really like this... and the audio version is the best, the narrator is pawesome.

Magic Eater by W.V. Stott & Bavid Bussell - Dark Lakes BK 1 (N.R.)

The Dresden books are always a great read and never disappoint.

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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. My preferred method of procrastination is ____________________.
2. I always procrastinate when I am supposed to _________________________.
3. My goal of _________ is going really well.
4. If I opened a _________ shop, I would name it _________.

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

1. My preferred method of procrastination is total and utter immersion in nothingness for months! LOL

2. I always procrastinate when I am supposed to be writing. Or if I have to do something that really needs doing, then I can find every reason not to do it; it's kind of a mid-life rebellious streak. If there was a Master's Degree in procrastination, I'd have honours in it! LOL

3. My (unplanned) goal of procrastination is going really well. If anyone had told me pre-menopause that menopause really ramps the procrastination and apathy vibe right into the upper echelons I would have laughed, but here I am swimming in it over my head.

4. If I opened a vintage fashion and jewellery shop, I would name it Retro Chic, maybe or something like that.

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Let's see what I've got to show mew this time!

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Honey, Hairballs, and Murder: A Cozy Magic Midlife Mystery


Silver Circle Cat Rescue Mysteries Book 2

by
Leanne Leeds

       Here's a little snippet of the book blurb:      

A beekeeper with a sting.
A cat with a secret.
A cat rescue in the middle of it all.


In the small town of Tablerock, Texas, life is as sweet as honey. Fifty-year-old Ellie Rockwell’s Silver Circle Cat Rescue is settling into the shelter’s inherited mansion on the edge of town, and only a few people know about the magical platter that came with it—the one that allows cats to speak to humans.

But life takes a sour turn when local beekeeper and honey entrepreneur Ben Tyson is found dead, leaving his beloved cat, Honey, as the only witness to the crime.

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This week, I thought we'd revisit this fun cozy cat mystery series. If mew missed the review for book one, click here.

So, what did I think of book two in the series? Honey, Hairballs, and Murder is a delightful and magical cozy cat mystery that will whisk mew away to the enchanting town of Tablerock, Texas. Author Leanne Leeds weaves a charming tale filled with captivating characters, a touch of magic, and of course, plenty of feline charm, which mew know I love.

The quirky and endearing protagonist, Ellie Rockwell, brings warmth and humour to the story as she navigates through the mysterious death of a local beekeeper. With the help of her furry friends and the magical crystal platter that allows cats to speak to humans, Ellie sets out to unravel the truth behind the purrplexing murder.

The plot skillfully blends humour, suspense, and a hint of the supernatural to craft a purrfectly engaging story. The small-town backdrop adds an extra layer of charm, making readers feel right at home in Tablerock.

This story is not just a cozy cat mystery—it's a heartwarming tale of friendship, community, and the remarkable bond between humans and their precious furry feline companions. If mew're a fan of cozy cat mysteries with a touch of magic and a whole lot of humour, this book is the cat's meow!

There are nine books in the series, and if mew are subscribed to Kindle Unlimited, they are available in the catalogue to read for free, and if mew have Audible, they are available to listen for the cost of one member credit each. (Info correct at time of posting.)

Another Totally Top Paw Read

Paperback: 306 pages
Audiobook:  7 hours 31 mins
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I really hope mew enjoy the book as much as I did if mew decide to read it.

It's time for me to say BFN or bye-for-now as mew know the drill, so many books, so little time and I'll be back next week with another specially paw-picked book just for mew, and don't forget that all my previous reviews can be found on my Book Review page.

Until next time...

Keep calm and read more books

Amber 


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Friday, 8 March 2024

**FELINE FICTION FIX** Book Reviews with Amber at The Mewton-Clawson Library #272 featuring **Crystals, Belladonna, and Murder: A Cozy Magic Midlife Mystery** by Leanne Leeds **PLUS** Friendly Fill-Ins Blog Hop

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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 this week I've been hanging out in the sitting room as the fire has been roaring away until yesterday morning.

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This was me making an enquiry as to when it was going to be lit again, as I was feeling much cooler than I liked.

The P.A. told me that I had to wait until she'd emptied the ash pan and got more wood and coal to relight it.

Well, let me tell mew, I was not impressed as she indicated it wouldn't be happening for another couple of hours, but at least she went and fetched me the head pad, so I went and got snuggled in a pile of blankies and snoozed the rest of the afternoon away.

And when I awoke, I was delighted to see that the fire was roaring and the thermometer was slowly creeping up into the totally tropical zone again, just where I like it! MOL

Anyhoo, let's get on with today's post.


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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. If someone offered me a free _______________, I would accept it.
2. If someone offered me a free __________________, I would refuse it.
3. I have _________ memorized.
4. _________ has really changed since I was younger.

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

1. If someone offered me a free holiday to a nice 5-star hotel in a safe and tropical climate, I would accept it.

2. If someone offered me a free holiday in London, I would refuse it.

3. I have _________ memorized. I've got lots of stuff memorised, whether that's a good thing or not, I don't know. It kind of fills the little grey cells to capacity! LOL

4. Everything has really changed since I was younger. I'm talking about where I live and the local vicinity. And some of it not in a good way. I'm all for change if it's positive, but I'm not in favour of change for change's sake. If it's not broken, don't fix it!

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This week's top book pick is...

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Crystals, Belladonna, and Murder: A Cozy Magic Midlife Mystery


Silver Circle Cat Rescue Mysteries Book 1

by
Leanne Leeds

       Here's a little snippet of the book blurb:      

A midlife magic gift with a murder mystery that keeps you guessing.

When forty-nine year old Eleanor Rockwell was laid off from her soul-crushing corporate job, she moved a few miles north of Austin with her daughter, Evie, and opened Silver Circle Cat Rescue in the small town of Tablerock, Texas.

Five years later, SCCR is Wildebridge County's largest shelter for lost kitties, so it's no surprise when Deputy Markham brings Belladonna—former mayor Fiona Blackwell's cat—to the shelter after she's arrested for murdering her husband, Beau. But why, Eleanor wonders, did the Deputy bring a silver drink tray with the sullen cat—and why is Belladonna talking when she walks on it?

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Crystals, Belladonna, and Murder: A Cozy Magic Midlife Mystery by Leanne Leeds is a captivating and enchanting read that immerses mew in a world of magic, mystery, and cats. The story revolves around Eleanor Rockwell, a 49-year-old woman who, after being laid off from her corporate job, opens a cat rescue shelter in the quaint town of Tablerock, Texas.

When the former mayor, Fiona Blackwell, is arrested for murdering her husband, Beau, Deputy Markham brings Belladonna, Fiona's cat, to the shelter. However, things take a strange turn when Belladonna starts talking - mew know how much I love a talking cat - but only when she's sitting, or standing on the silver plate, and strange occurrences begin to happen around town. Eleanor is determined to uncover the truth behind the mystery before it's too late.

The author expertly blends supernatural elements with mystery and humour, creating a compelling and immersive reading experience. The characters are well-crafted, each with their own distinct personality, quirks, and secrets. The plot is engaging and suspenseful, keeping mew guessing until the very end.

If mew're a fan of cat cozy mysteries, paranormal fiction, and feline companions, then this book is a must-add to the bookshelf. It's a charming and delightful novel that transports mew to the gawgus town of Tablerock and leaves mew eager for the next instalment in the series. Crystals, Belladonna, and Murder is an enchanting and entertaining read that is sure to leave mew under its spell.

There are nine books in the series, and if mew are subscribed to Kindle Unlimited they are available in the catalogue to read for free, and if mew have Audible, they are available to listen for the cost of one member credit each.

Another Totally Top Paw Read

Paperback: 274 pages
Audiobook:  6 hours 31 mins
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Other NON-CAT Books I've Read This Week from the Mewton-Clawson Library:

The Good, the Bad and the History by Jodi Taylor

Monster Hunter International by Larry Correia

Going Postal by Terry Pratchett

Blackmore Sisters Cozy Mysteries Box Set by Leighanne Dobbs

Written in Dead Wax by Andrew Cartmel

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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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