**FELINE FICTION FIX** Book Reviews with Amber at The Mewton-Clawson Library #308 featuring **A Tale of Two Kitties ~ Magical Cats Book 9** by Sofie Kelly **PLUS** Friendly Fill-Ins

Hello furbulous library guests 

and 

Welcome to the Mewton-Clawson Library at BBHQ 

It's been a bit chilly in the library this week, and then we received another anon-y-mouse postcard from the Bahamas, which we suspect is W.D.G., aka the invisible monster who lives behind the sofa at BBHQ, also known as Were-Dee-Go. 

Anyhoo, I must admit that I was rather envious of such warm climes that today I thought I'd share a lovely summer throwback to ward off the winter chill with the purromise of warmer days just around the corner!

And yes, the blade of grass insulted me as I was walking by, so I had to exert extreme prejudice against said blade of grass so it didn't hurt anypawdy else's feelings; nopawdy calls me chubby and gets away with it!!! MOL

Well, we can't have plants thinking they can just say whatever they like to passers-by; it's rude!

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

Today, the P.A. also joins in Friday Fill-ins Blog Hop with the pawesome 15 & Meowing and Four-Legged Furballs.

1. My February plans include ________________ and ___________________.

2. I should get rid of ______________________ because I never use them.

3. _________ is the most useful purchase I’ve made recently.

4. I would excel in the _________ category on trivia night.

Here are the P.A.s answers:

1. My February plans include moving some roses and planting some new ones. I have to move a couple of established plants because of the new deck that cat dad is planning on finishing in the Spring and I don't want to move them that late in the season. I've also been suffering from a bad knee since the middle of December so I've got to be really careful digging them up.

2. I should get rid of ______________________ because I never use them. I can't think of anything for this, as I always seem to find a use for something, repurpose or upcycle, whatever, I'm a bit like MacGuyver or The A Team in the 80's; bailer twine, duct tape and a pallet and I can make anything! LOL

3. An onion chopper is the most useful purchase I’ve made recently. Who knew preparing onions could be so easy, and tear free! LOL

4. I would excel in the crystal gemstone or the cats category on trivia night.

Mewton-Clawson Library Copy

A Tale of Two Kitties

Magical Cats Book 9

by 

Sofie Kelly

 Here's a little snippet of the book blurb:      

In this charming mystery from the bestselling author of The Cats Came Back, two magical cats have powers of detection that prove indispensable to librarian Kathleen Paulson…
 
With a well-placed paw on a keyboard or a pointed stare, Kathleen’s two cats, Hercules and Owen, have helped her to solve cases in the past—so she has learned to trust their instincts. But she will need to rely on them more than ever when a twenty-year-old scandal leads to murder…

Mew may remember earlier last year, I rediscovered this pawesome series, and 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! 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

The Cats Came Back ~ Book 10

Welcome back to the purrfectly delightful world of Mayville Heights, where the mysteries are as enticing as the aroma of fresh catnip! In A Tale of Two Kitties, Sofie Kelly once again dazzles readers with her magical felines, Hercules and Owen, who are back to lend their detective skills to librarian Kathleen Paulson. Spoiler alert: they’re as charming and mischievous as ever! This time, the book kicks off with the intriguing arrival of the Janes brothers, stirring up old scandals that quickly transform this quaint little town into a hotbed of gossip and drama. It’s all fun and games until Kathleen stumbles upon a body (again!)—enter Leo, the unfortunate victim whose death sends shockwaves through the community and suspicion squarely aimed at Kathleen’s friend, Simon. Talk about a plot twist! What I adore about this series is not just the magical cats, who are basically the feline Sherlocks of the story, but also Kathleen’s knack for getting herself—often with the help of sardine crackers—into and out of sticky situations. Let’s face it, who wouldn’t want a couple of magical cats on their side? With reality TV-inspired drama woven into an adrenaline-pumping mystery, the pacing of this book keeps you flipping pages faster than Hercules chasing a laser pointer. The humour sprinkled throughout is delightful, and mew can’t help but chuckle at Kathleen’s antics as she navigates her way through town secrets and feline negotiations. Plus, the vivid backdrop of Mayville Heights, with its cozy library vibes and quirky townsfolk, offers the purrfect setting for this feisty mystery. If mew’ve followed the series, mew’ll love seeing how Kathleen and her two whiskered detectives evolve. And if this is your first dive into the Magical Cats adventures, don’t worry—mew’re in for a treat. The plot is highly entertaining and riveting, making losing an afternoon while reading supurr easy. This is a delightful, page-turning romp filled with humour, heart, and a sprinkling of magical mayhem. Grab some sardine crackers, find a cozy spot on the couch, and get ready to solve some cat-tastrophic mysteries! If mew have a soft spot for quirky characters, adorable cats, and a whiff of enchanting suspense, this book is the cat’s pyjamas!

Another Totally Top Paw Read ~ I Love This Series!

A truly furbulous addition to this wonderpurr series. That's ten down and six to go - I'm getting there - woooo hooooo! MOL

Paperback:  335 pages

Audio:  8 hours 29

My Ratings Scale

Ratings of:

A Tale of Two Kitties

Overall Enjoyment

Other Fun Blog Hops to Join in Today

          Brian's Home   Catblogosphere    Feline Friday   Nature Friday    Flashback Friday   Friendship Friday

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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**FELINE FICTION FIX** Book Reviews with Amber at The Mewton-Clawson Library #279 featuring **The Cats Came Back** by Sofie Kelly PLUS Friendly Fill-Ins + Photo Fails Blog Hop

Hello gorgeous library guests 

and 

Welcome to the Mewton-Clawson Library at BBHQ 

Thank mew for joining me in the stacks today. Do mew remember on Monday's post when Basil posted his throwback to December 2017?  And he said I was outside too, well here's the proof.

This was December 20th at 14.41 and 48 seconds, I was outside in winter!

I know it's totally shocking, right?

But it's ok, I've decided inside is much better now

Anyhoo, what books have mew been reading this week?

Apart from this week's top pick, I've also read:

Lone Wolf by Gregg Hurwitz (BK 9 - Orphan X Series)

Jurassic Park by Micheal Crichton

Agatha Raisin and the Christmas Crumble by M.C. Beaton

Monster Hunter Memoirs: Grunge by Larry Correia (BK 1)

Quite a mixed bunch of books. Jurassic Park was furbulous, I haven't read it before, don't ask me why, I guess I just never thought about it and this week I saw it, bought it and devoured it. 

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

1. I find _____________________ offensive.

2. __________________ is a good way to make some extra cash.

3. _________ makes me feel like I can accomplish anything.

4. I could see myself naming a cat or dog _________.

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

1. I find litter bugs offensive. Why do some people think it's okay to just chuck their rubbish, such as fast food wrappers, fast food bags, cans, takeaway drink cups, and sandwich wrappers etc, out of the car when driving along in the countryside? Just take it home and throw it in your own fluffing dustbin. Is that too hard? Well, evidently, it is for some. Who the fluff do you think is going to clean it up?

 Another thing that is becoming increasingly more frequent is bottles of yellow liquid chucked out on the roadside; yes, we all know what it is, but take the fluffing bottle home and dispose of it yourself—jeez, it's disgusting.

2. Selling on eBay is a good way to make some extra cash. Either that or hire out your cats for modelling, I'm just kidding; Melvyn's catwalk career has gone nowhere, and he tries so hard.

3. _________ makes me feel like I can accomplish anything. I don't know how to answer this because my brain doesn't think like that; I just plod along and do what needs doing; if that's my form of accomplishment, then so be it! LOL

4. I could see myself naming a cat or dog Sage or Thyme, any herby name really. Well, we need to keep the herbalicious theme. I wanted to call Melvyn, Chervil, Fennel or Dill(on); his name was Malcolm when he arrived from the rescue, but Cat Dad said no to all herby names, hence Melvyn, the most non-herby name ever! LOL

Today, as it's the last Friyay of the month, we're also joining in the furrbulous...

So do drop by the marvellous Mudpie's blog at www.mochasmysteriesmeows.com to join in.

Just look closely, and mew'll see Pandora is mid-take-off or launch. This was from January 2018, don't ask me what was happening because I can't remember, but we think it's really funny!

This week's top book pick is...

Mewton-Clawson Library Copy

The Cats Came Back

Magical Cats Mystery Book 10

 by 

Sofie Kelly

       Here's a little snippet of the book blurb:      

Small-town librarian Kathleen Paulson often seems to get mixed up in murder, but luckily, her very special cats always find a way to help her close a case . . .

The charming Minnesota town of Mayville Heights is hosting a music festival, and the whole place is bustling with musicians and tourists. Kathleen is looking forward to taking in some fabulous performances--and her two cats, Owen and Hercules, are looking forward to taking in some fabulous sardine crackers. But then the trio stumbles across a dead body by the river.

The victim is a close friend--who also happens to be a look-alike of a popular cabaret singer set to perform at the festival. Who could have wanted to harm this innocent girl? Was it a case of mistaken identity?

This is Book 10 of the Magical Cats Mystery series. I've read quite a few of the others, but it seems that I've only actually reviewed book one, which mew can read by clicking here. I really thought I'd reviewed books two and three at least, but no, anyhoo, I can come back to those at a later date.

So, what did I think about book ten? 

It is an engaging and immersive cozy cat mystery that takes mew on a journey to the charming Minnesota town of Mayville Heights. The story revolves around a small-town librarian, Kathleen Paulson, who always seems to find herself in the middle of mysterious events. Her two cats, Owen and Hercules, are always there to help her out, using their unique magical abilities. The book is set during a music festival in Mayville Heights, which is bustling with musicians and tourists. The town is described vividly, with its quaint streets, cozy cafes, and furiendly locals. The festival is a major attraction, with its lively performances and festive atmosphere. The book does an excellent job of transporting the reader to this world and making them feel like a part of it. The murder mystery plot is well-crafted, with several suspects and motives. The victim is a close friend of Kathleen, who looks like a popular cabaret singer set to perform at the festival. The investigation is full of twists and turns, with Kathleen, Hercules, and Owen using their unique abilities to solve the case. The characters are well-developed, with their quirks and purrsonalities adding depth to the story. Kathleen is a relatable protagonist, who is smart, witty, and determined. The cats steal the show with their epic magical abilities, which are described in detail, making them even more pawesome! The writing style is engaging, with descriptive language that brings the story to life, and the dialogues are witty and humorous, adding to the charm of the book. The pace is just right, keeping mew engaged throughout and those pages turning. The Cats Came Back is a wonderpurr cozy cat mystery with a purrfect blend of mystery, magic, and humour, making it a delightful read for anypawdy who loves a good story and a long series, as there are sixteen in total to read.

Another Totally Top Paw Read

and

a furbulous addition to this wonderpurr series.

Paperback: 320 pages

Audiobook: 7 hours 45 mins

My Rating Scale

Ratings of:

The Cats Came Back

Overall Enjoyment

Other Fun Blog Hops to Join in Today

          Brian's Home   Catblogosphere    Feline Friday   Nature Friday    Flashback Friday   Friendship Friday          

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 

Follow me at angry_amber_badtemperedkitty

& @BionicBasil® on Instacat

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