**FELINE FICTION FIX** Book Reviews with Amber at The Mewton-Clawson Library #317 featuring **Hooked on a Feline ~ Magical Cats Book 13** by Sofie Kelly **PLUS** Friendly Fill-Ins

Hello furbulous library guests 

and 

Welcome to the Mewton-Clawson Library at BBHQ 

Thank mew for joining me in the stacks today, and I've been enjoying the warmth in the catservatory. I can't wait until summer comes and it's totally tropical in there! MOL

Anyhoo, I know mew are all on the edges of your seats waiting to hear the next Prudence installment. And if mew missed the last post, click here to catch up, and mew'll find the links to all the other updates too.

OK then, so here's the latest.

A week last Wednesday, I asked Smooch to drive me to Gribbers-Puddling as I needed to go to the stationary shop called Paws and Paper because I needed to pick up a few supplies which I'd ordered earlier in the week, and I always try to buy local if possible to support the shop keepers. And luckily, Smooch needed to go to Big Fluff's Supurr Tyre Shop, as he's been drifting in his Red Peril aka sports car and gets through tyres faster than an F1 driver.

So he dropped me off outside Paws and Paper, a lovely little place that seems to stock everything I want. Upon entering, the little brass bell tinkled above the door, and I was greeted by Erasure Klimpt, a lovely lady cat and third-generation keeper of Paws and Paper, who was behind the highly polished mahogany counter.  

"Morning, Amber," Erasure said sweetly. "It's a lovely day outside."

"Hello, Erasure. It is indeed," I replied. "How have mew keen keeping, well I hope?"

"Oh yes, I can't complain," Erasure said. "And I must say the local gossip mill is pawsitively electrifying at the moment, so that keeps me rather spritely!"

"Really?" I asked, keeping my expression as neutral as pawsible. "Do tell me more."

"Oh, mew must have heard about Prudence Snozrazzle and her great escape to Oz?"

"Funnily enough, I did hear something last week," I replied. "But mew know, I try not to get involved in things."

"Oh, of course," Erasure agreed. "But I've just got to tell mew this bit, and it's straight from Clawdia Von Meowson, so I know it's the real deal."

I placed my basket on the counter and leaned closer to add a bit of a conspiratorial feel to the atmosphere. "Do tell," I smiled.

"Well, Prudence is on a cruise around the South Specific Islands, and Clawdia says she's met someone!"

"No!" I gasped in shock, schooling my features to portray just the right amount of astonishment.

"Yes, and then Melody Fluffton added that they were going to be married onboard the ship, by the Captain no less!" 

My heart did a little somersault with delight as I replied. "Well, she didn't waste any time, did she?"

Erasure lowered her voice just a fraction. "Apparently, she's on the rebound as some Ozzie mancat, studmuffin, not my words, that's what Clawdia said. He broke her heart and left her in the Outback."

"No!" I gasped in horror. "How awful!" 

"Her sister, Willhumeenia, is getting on a plane tomorrow to attend the wedding," Erasure said. "But Clawdia thinks she's only going to get the groom to sign a pre-nup, so the family fortune is protected."

"Well, that makes sense," I nodded. "And who is the groom, the lucky mancat who gets to whisk Prudence off her paws?"

"Clawdia said he's much younger and is the gym instructor on the cruise, and it was love at first sight," Erasure grimaced. "His name is Muskulls Mufton, and he's, in the Ozzie slang that Melody used, pretty ripped!"

"Oh my!" I replied as my eyebrows almost reached my ears. "I bet Willie isn't too pleased."

"No, she's spitting brimstone and fluff, according to Clawdia," Erasure said. "Melody added that Willie is so fed up with Prudence's antics and constantly chasing mancats."

"Hmmmm," I replied wistfully, thinking thank cod Melvyn's escaped that looney tune. "I'm sure Willie will suss out the new love interest and put the blockers in place if necessary."

"Knowing Prudence, though, she'll probably try and push Willie overboard if any blockers stop her from getting married," Erasure mused.

"Good gravy!" I replied. "I hope not. Willie's a lovely purrson, and fluff knows what she did in a previous life to end up with Prudence as a sister."

"We'll just watch this space, and I'm sure the bush radio will be rife with gossip in the coming days," she said.

I heard tyres screeching outside the shop, and then an air horn sounded. "Oh, fluff me, Smooch is back already," I said. "Do mew have my order?"

 Erasure passed my order, which I placed in my basket, and paid with cash. "Don't forget to stop by the Library on Friday; it's Book Club, and we have a lovely buffet planned too."

"I'll be there," she smiled.

The little brass bell tinkled as I opened the door. "See mew Friday!"

Smooch was glaring at me and tapping the steering wheel with much agitation. "Amber, I need to go. Come on. Chop-chop."

I looked at him, my eyes narrowed. I very slowly got in the Red Peril, and then I cuffed him around the ear. 

"Ouch!" he said. "What was that for?"

"Don't chop-chop me, Smooch. I'll tell Basil, and there'll be no more credit account at Big Fluff's, comprende?"

He nodded and mumbled several unspeakables as he revved the engine, and we sped off towards Mewton-Clawson.

>^.^<

And that, lovely readers, is the latest Prudence gossip, but it doesn't end there. I saw Hissy Furrton at the library, and OH MY COD, mew'll never believe what happened next!

At this rate, I'll be writing my own book, The Mewton-Clawson Musings! MOL

The P.A. is joining in Friday Fill-ins Blog Hop with the pawesome 15 & Meowing and Four-Legged Furballs.

1. Once in a while, I manage to ___________________________.

2. The weirdest thing in my home is _______________________.

3. I wish I had access to _________ so that I could _________.

4. It’s never too late to _________.

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

1. Once in a while, I manage to go to the local garden centre. I love those trips.

2. The weirdest thing in my home is _______________________. LOL LOL LOL!!! Where do I start? And how much time do you have? Probably the MOST weird thing in my home is my Crystal Henge, and we'll leave it at that today.

3. I wish I had access to a bucketload of Bitcoin so that I could retire very comfortably! LOL

4. It’s never too late to do anything, if you want to. And if you don't, then that's ok too. I'm all for going with the flow in the moment.

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

Mewton-Clawson Library Copy

Hooked on a Feline

 Magical Cats Book 13

by

Sofie Kelly

       Here's a little snippet of the book blurb:      

It's summer in Mayville Heights, and Kathleen Paulson and her detective boyfriend Marcus are eager to attend the closing concert of the local music festival. The concert is a success, but then one of the band members is discovered dead shortly after it. At first it's assumed the death is a robbery gone wrong, but Kathleen suspects foul play - and she's certain that she, along with her trusty side-cats, Owen and Hercules, can help solve the murder.

Mew may remember that earlier last year, I rediscovered this pawesome series. I was on a mission to review the entire Magical Cats Mystery series before the end of 2024 - NOPE, that didn't happen! MOL  I'm now going to say that by the end of the current review season in July 2025, that should give me plenty of time and I'm almost there! MOL

Here are my previous reviews:

Curiosity Thrilled The Cat ~ Book 1

Sleight of Paw ~ Book 2 

Copycat Killing ~ Book 3

Cat Trick ~ Book 4

Final Catcall ~ Book 5

A Midwinter's Tail ~ Book 6

Faux Paw ~ Book 7

Paws and Effect ~ Book 8

A Tale of Two Kitties ~ Book 9

The Cats Came Back ~ Book 10

A Night's Tail ~ Book 11

A Case of Cat and Mouse ~ Book Twelve

Summer in Mayville Heights just got a whole lot more thrilling! Hooked on a Feline is another delightful cozy cat mystery that intertwines music, murder, and, of course, Kathleen Paulson’s charming feline sidekicks, Owen and Hercules. And mew know how much I love these two epic dudes! MOL The story kicks off with Kathleen and her detective boyfriend Marcus attending a highly anticipated concert. Purrfect summer vibes, right? But the festive atmosphere takes a dark turn when one of the band members is found dead shortly after the show. Firstly thought to be a robbery gone wrong, Kathleen’s keen instincts start raising red flags. With her trusty cats at her side, she dives into a world of family secrets and suspicious deaths that may very well be connected. What I particularly loved about this book is how Kelly mixes lighthearted moments with intense mystery. The chemistry between Kathleen and Marcus is refreshingly cute, providing a nice counterbalance to the darker themes of the investigation. And let's not forget the whimsical shenanigans of Owen and Hercules! Their antics add a delightful layer of humour and warmth that makes the pages turn faster than mew can say, 'I'll have a niptini, shaken not stirred!' As Kathleen digs deeper into the case, it’s not just about solving a murder but about unearthing truths that some would prefer to stay buried. The twisty genealogy subplot keeps readers guessing, and just when mew think mew have it all figured out, a curveball is lobbed into the fray that leaves mew on the edge of your seat. This book is purrfect for cat lovers and mystery enthusiasts alike and guarantees a fun and engaging read. So grab your favorite snacks, curl up in your coziest chair, and let Kathleen and her furry furiends lead mew through a tale that’s as entertaining as it is suspenseful. Just be careful – mew might find yourself hooked! MOL MOL

Another Totally Top Paw Read ~ I Just Love This Series!

A truly terrific addition to this wonderpurr series. That's thirteen down and three to go - I'm almost there - woooo hooooo! MOL

Paperback:  304 pages

Audio:  7 hours 21 mins

My Rating Scale

Ratings of:

Hooked on a Feline

Overall Enjoyment

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I really hope mew enjoy the book if mew decide to give it a whirl.

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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**FELINE FICTION FIX** Book Reviews with Amber at The Mewton-Clawson Library #314 featuring **The Case Of The Cat Crazy Lady** by Debbie De Louise **PLUS** Friendly Fill-Ins

Hello, furbulous library guests 

and 

Welcome to the Mewton-Clawson Library at BBHQ 

Thank mew for joining me in the stacks today, and just before I update mew all on the Melvyn and Prudence saga, I've just got to share this.

Way, way, way, way back in 2005, I used to help the P.A. with her writing, and here I am offering great wisdom and sage advice. Wow, I had forgotten was a great teacher I was! 

In this lesson, I was teaching her about mouse control; yes, you heard it here first; the P.A. was sadly lacking in the mouse control department. And I'm talking computer mice, not my library mice! MOL 

Anyhoo, I know mew are all desperate to know the next instalment with psycho stalker Prudence, and if mew were here last week, mew'll know that Erin and I came up with a rather epic plan to free Melvyn from this heinous situation. And if mew missed it, click here to catch up on everything so far.

So, on Tuesday evening, Erin and I caught up for our weekly Zoom Bridge game, and she gave me a very positive report.

Apparently, stud-muffin-mancat Bonza emailed Prudence with a selfie, and Prudence lapped it up like a kitten in a catnip factory! MOL 

And then, when I went to the Mewton-Clawson monthly F.I. (Feline Institute) meeting on Thursday at the church hall, I overheard some EXTRA, EXTRA HOT gossip.

Clawdia Von Meowson, the F.I. Chairpurrson, and her next in charge, Melody Fluffworth, were in a rather conspicuous huddle when I arrived. Putting my basket on the beverage and nibbles table, I began to remove the plate of catnip cookies I'd made earlier that day; well, the library mice made them for me, but it's the same thing.

Anyhoo, plate in place, I slowly edged along the table towards the two plumby aka posh felines, all the while pretending to admire all the cakes and other delicious delicacies that the other elderly lady cats had brought. 

Well, mew, don't think a bunch of us old-timers are going to listen to another heinously boring talk about fluff knows what and then not have a good old feast and natter afterwards; the food and drink is the only thing that we go for, the presentations are criminally dull. 

For instance, last month, we had Pike Mittens and Droner Pawling, who bored us to literal death with their drinks can ring-pull collection, and not just any ring-pull collection; they are Detectorists and go out with their metal detectors looking for said ring-pulls in the local vicinity, yep, mew couldn't make it up.

  Apologies for the digression. So there I am, sidling closer and closer to Clawdia and Melody, who are best furiends with Prudence. Then, all of a sudden, a paw lands on my back, and I literally jump out of my fur.

"Don't make a move," a voice whispers behind me. 

"Hissy Furrton," I hissed. "I nearly hit the ceiling, what are mew doing?"

Hissy dragged me over to the noticeboard and began pointing at random things.

"Shhhh," Hissy shushed me. "Pretend to look at the noticeboard while I tell mew the hot gossip."

"Fine," I muttered as I leaned in and stared at a colourful poster about the next annual guided footpath walk and talk around Fuskerton. "Go on then, don't make me stand here all night!"

"Well, mew're never going to believe this!" Hissy beamed as she gestured towards the poster. "I overheard Clawdia and Melody talking about Prudence."

"Yes," I prompted. "And?"

 "Mew've noticed that she's not here tonight," Hissy said, giving the room a furtive glance. "Rumour has it she's eloped!"

"Eloped?" I said with as much surprise and shock as I could muster; while inside, I was literally dancing on cloud nine. "No way? And with whom?"

"It seems that some young, strapping, handsome Australian cat has made a play for her, and she's packed her bags and headed off Down Under!" Hissy beamed with joy.

"Mew are joking?" I replied, trying to keep the elation from my voice.

"No, it's no joke! She's gone to some obscure little town in the outback called Woolmaroo," Hissy was almost vibrating with delight. "The Wicked Witch has gone!"

(Prudence is, sorry, was not very popular, except with Clawdia and Melody, who only liked her because she had money and lots of it!)

"OH MY COD!" I said, shock radiating from me. "It's a bit hot down there; I hope she took some heavy-duty sunscream. She'll get burnt to a crisp."

"Clawdia asked her the same thing, and Prudence apparently said she wouldn't need any because she'd be spending a lot of time in the sheep shed, whatever that means!" Hissy whispered, trying not to laugh.

I bit my lip as I tried not to laugh. "Well," I said, trying to regain my composure. "How utterly random and completely unexpected."

"According to Clawdia and Melody, it's true love, and she's never coming back," Hissy said conspiratorily.

At this moment, I can't begin to describe my feelings other than I was epically overjoyed.

"Oh, isn't that shame," I replied. "No more Prudence to ruin everything!"

"It's the best news ever," Hissy grinned. "I just feel sorry for the poor Ozzie dude. He has no idea what he's got himself into!"

I thought about Bonza for a moment and then said. "Oh, I heard those dudes down under don't take any fluff; Prudence may have met her match."

Hissy was just about to speak when Clawdia rang the bell and announced. "Ladies, please take your seats. We are so blessed this evening to have the honourable Purrcy Flicker gracing us with his esteemed presence and to give a talk all about model ship building. Let's give him a supurr F.I. welcome, put your paws together for Purrcy!"

And that's how Erin and I saved Melvyn.

And if mew'd like to know more about the F.I. meetings, let me know in the comments.

Now, I think we need to get to the main event.

The P.A. is also joining in Friday Fill-ins Blog Hop with the pawesome 15 & Meowing and Four-Legged Furballs.

1. _______________________is my kryptonite.

2. _____________________ is the thing I misplace the most often.

3. _________ was when I realized _________.

4. I wish I had learned _________ sooner.

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

1. Cats ARE is my kryptonite. What can I say other than CATS, CATS, AND MORE CATS! LOL

2. _____________________ is the thing I misplace the most often. I don't really misplace things, as I am super organised, and things are instantly returned to whence they came after I finish with them. However, things at BBHQ do go missing on occasion, and it's not what you think. Long-time readers know about the strange 'goings-on' here, and items have vanished never to be seen again. I am going to say two words and then move on. Paranormal Occurrences.  

3. Monday, precisely at 3.13pm, was when I realized I'd run out of hot chocolate pods! LOL

4. I wish I had learned meditation sooner. 

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

Mewton-Clawson Library Copy

The Case Of The Cat Crazy Lady

Buttercup Bend Mysteries Book 1

by

Debbie De Louise

       Here's a little snippet of the book blurb:      

Cathy Carter and her brother Douglas own a pet cemetery and animal rescue center in the small, upstate New York town of Buttercup Bend.

After the local “Cat Crazy Lady,” Maggie Broom, is found dead in her home, Cathy is stunned to learn that Rainbow Gardens and Rainbow Rescues is the recipient of most of Maggie’s estate.

Maggie’s estranged brother and sister come to town and are upset with the terms of their sister's will. Sheriff Leroy Miller is convinced one of them killed Maggie.

I found a supurr new series this week!

If mew’re a fan of cozy mysteries that blend charm, humour, and a touch of feline antics, then The Case of the Cat Crazy Lady is a purrfect read for mew! Set in the quaint town of Buttercup Bend, this delightful whodunit introduces us to Cathy Carter and her brother Douglas, who run a pet cemetery and rescue centre. Talk about a unique setting—I mean, where else do mew find a grieving pet owner alongside a murder investigation? The plot kicks off in dramatic fashion when the local Cat Crazy Lady, Maggie Broom, turns up dead. Cue suspense and intrigue as we soon discover that Maggie’s estate, including her beloved Rainbow Gardens and Rescue, is set to benefit from her passing. This doesn’t sit well with her estranged siblings, who arrive in town with a chip on their shoulders (and possibly blood on their hands). Sheriff Leroy Miller suspects foul play, and before we know it, Cathy is knee-deep in clues and cat hair. Cathy’s determination to uncover the truth, alongside her spirited reporter friend, Nancy Meyers, leads to a rollercoaster of twists and turns. Each page reveals quirky characters, unexpected alliances, and, of course, more than a few “cat-astrophic” moments. With several candidates to choose from, readers will be guessing until the very end who truly wanted to silence the Cat Crazy Lady. The writing is both engaging and light-hearted, making mew feel right at home in Buttercup Bend. The small-town vibes and colourful cast of characters—from eccentric pet owners to the no-nonsense sheriff—are relatable and entertaining, keeping mew invested in the outcome. And let's not forget about the anipals! The compassion that Cathy and Douglas show towards their four-legged residents adds such a warm layer to the mystery. The Case of the Cat Crazy Lady serves up a delightful combination of suspense, humour, and heart, making it a must-read for cozy mystery lovers. So grab your favourite cup of catnip tea, snuggle down and get ready for a fun ride in Buttercup Bend. Whether mew’re there for the mystery, the memorable characters, or the undeniably touching moments, this book has something for everypawdy. I can’t wait to see what Cathy and Douglas get up to next!

A totally Top Paw start to this series, and so far, there are five in total; YAY for that! And if mew are subscribed to Kindle Unlimited, mew can read it for free as part of your memfurship. (At the time of posting).

Paperback:  300 pages

My Rating Scale

Ratings of:

The Case Of The Cat Crazy Lady

Overall Enjoyment

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I really hope mew enjoy the book if mew choose 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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