The way the past and present were woven together to tell the story was wonderful and made it feel more realistic. Aug 18, Jenndian rated it really liked it. I've been looking forward to reading this since the last book! Kelly did not disappoint. It's always great to catch up with Kathleen and her magical cats Owen and Hercules. A great mystery tied to Mail that has been lost for 20 years. Kelly creates a cast of well-thought out, believable characters and a good mystery full of twists and turns that keep the reader invested in finding out whodunit!
Apr 19, Lisa Morin rated it it was amazing Shelves: Mayville Heights is the setting for their current adventure and when they are digging into a twenty-year-old scandal, Kathleen needs their help more than ever. The scandal includes Kathleen's good friend Simon, and when the police look at him as a suspect in a gruesome murder, Kathleen and her dynamic duo set off to find answers.
This series just gets better and better. I give A Tale of Two Kittes 5 paws up! Pub Date 05 Sep Sep 09, Mary Brown rated it really liked it. But she will need to rely on them more than ever when a twenty-year-old scandal leads to murder… The arrival of the Janes brothers has th Synopsis: The characters are well rounded and well developed. Kathleen is a smart hardworking protagonist. She is loyal and is willing to do most anything to help her friends when they are in need. She loves her cats, and who would not love these magical felines.
They were as real of characters as the humans were. Owen can disappear at anytime and Hercules can walk through walls. Those are special talents that can come in handy in crime solving. Both of the cats seem to understand what humans are saying, and although they cannot talk, they have an uncanny way of helping Kathleen figure out clues and help in the investigation. The writing style flows smoothly and the book is an easy read.
The author is very talented in her descriptive writing and through much of the book I felt like I was right there, watching all the action taking place around me. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a well crafted cozy. If you love cats, this is a must read book. I had not read any of the other books in the series and I did not have too much trouble knowing what was going on.
I received a free copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for a honest review. I would like to thank NetGalley and Berkley Publishing Group for the opportunity to read and review this book. Oct 02, Carole Jarvis rated it really liked it Shelves: Reviewed at The Power of Words: Sofie Kelly is an excellent storyteller and has crafted a charming cozy mystery series. Cat lovers like me will absolutely fall in love with Owen and Hercules — and that the protagonist is a librarian is an added bonus for avid read Reviewed at The Power of Words: Cat lovers like me will absolutely fall in love with Owen and Hercules — and that the protagonist is a librarian is an added bonus for avid readers.
A Tale of Two Kitties moves at a steady pace, involving the reader in the detecting process, as well as the daily life of Kathleen and the people of Mayville Heights, Minnesota. While I greatly enjoyed this story as a standalone, it left me eager to start at the beginning and work my way through. This story is that good! Unlike some cozy mystery cats, Owen and Hercules are not just there for show, but are an integral part of the story. Anyone who loves cats will quickly see that the author has captured the essence of cat. I loved the amount of time spent on interaction between Kathleen, Owen and Hercules.
I loved that this story is more character driven than action packed. The only negative is some mild profanity that I wish had been omitted. A Tale of Two Kitties is all that a cozy mystery should be, and I hope for many more stories in this series.
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I was provided a free copy of this book through Great Escapes Tours. The opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own. Oct 04, Randee rated it really liked it Shelves: A Magical Cats Mystery is the very first cat cozy series I ever read, starting with the first one in the series "Curiosity Thrilled the Cat. I am glad I have an open mind and will try anything once because I would have remained ignorant and missed out on a really fun series.
I have always owned cats and I can tell the author is well acquainted with cat behavior and why many of us admire and love them. The 'magic' is very understated so it doesn't seem sickeningly cute or ridiculous.
The cats, Hercules and Owen, more or less adopted our librarian protagonist before the series began and subtly help her solve mysteries whether they be murder or burglaries, etc. I love this series. The author has created a town in Minnesota with interesting, reoccurring characters, activities and relationships. We come back to series we like because we like the characters and want to revisit them.
It seems like I am taking a vacation when I catch up with the latest happenings of Kathleen, Hercules, Owen and their friends. I can hardly wait for the next one!!!!! Oct 01, Jessica Fischer rated it it was amazing. I fell in love with that series and knew I had to read this series as well. Kathleen's temporary move to Mayville Heights has become permanent, and over the course of that happening she's made lots of friends in the close-knit town.
One of those friends is Simon Janes, the dad of one of her employees, Mia. When Simon is a suspect in his father's murder, Kath knows he couldn't be responsible and that I recently discovered this author via her Second Chance Cat Mystery series, written as Sofie Ryan. When Simon is a suspect in his father's murder, Kath knows he couldn't be responsible and that it's up to her along with Owen and Hercules, of course to prove it. I really enjoyed learning more about Simon and Mia's life.
When we first met Simon I wasn't sure I liked him, but he's definitely started to grow on me as a character. Also, I found the premise of this murder very interesting with how it tied in to a 25 year old death. Based on the title I was really hoping that this book would be where Kath admits the truth to Marcus about Owen and Hercules' powers, but alas it was not.
Given that his new furbaby Micah seems to share Owen's talent, Marcus may soon discover the secret himself! Oh, and I adore Fred the Funky Chicken. Owen's antics with Fred never fail to crack me up.
I was provided a copy of this book by the author in exchange for an honest review. I love the writing style and familiar feelings the pages held. The author really brings out a good mystery with the use of her pet cats. When I read her last book I immediately wanted to read her next. Sep 15, Amanda rated it really liked it. Honestly, I expected to roll my eyes all the way through. I could not have been more wrong. I was charmed from the jump. The mystery I could take or leave, but I found myself very invested in how many marshmallows Kathleen was adding to her daily hot chocolate and who showed up for tai chi class.
To be fair, as a librarian and cat fan a Venn diagram that must almost be a perfect circle I might be the target audience for this book, but I would recommend it to anyone looking for a little light, small town escapism. Oct 17, Lesa rated it really liked it Shelves: Everyone who knows me knows I love cats. And, I frequently read mysteries involving cats. But, I'm not a pushover for every book about cats, especially magical cats. Yes, I can suspend disbelief. But, magical cats solving a mystery? I'm now fully on board with this series. Minnesota librarian Kathleen Paulson doesn't know t Everyone who knows me knows I love cats.
Minnesota librarian Kathleen Paulson doesn't know the story of the Janes family. Victor Janes hasn't returned to Mayville Heights since he ran off with his brother, Leo's wife. Once she died in a car accident, he wasn't welcome in town. But, Leo has invited his brother back, despite the wishes of his son, Simon, and granddaughter, Mia.
Leo's hoping for a reconciliation. All wishes for a family reconciliation are destroyed when Kathleen and Mia find Leo dead. Although Victor would seem to be the natural suspect, it's Kathleen's friend, Simon, who tops the list. It seems he had an argument with his father. Kathleen may have to team up with her two cats, Owen and Hercules, to find the truth.
Kelly's latest mystery is actually a story about families, small town history, and secrets. And, it actually avoids one of my biggest problems with cozy mysteries, the woman who can't make up her mind between two men. Kathleen Paulson does have two men interested in her, but she knows how good her current relationship is, and she intends to keep it that way.
I appreciate a practical, loyal amateur sleuth. Do yourself a favor. Don't be as stubborn as I was. Give Sofie Kelly's Owen and Hercules a chance to prove they belong in her mystery series. Cozy mystery readers won't regret trying A Tale of Two Kitties. Apr 23, Elaine rated it it was amazing. A Tale of Two Kitties Author: Magical Cats, 9 Pages: September 5, Summary: I love Hercules and Owen!
I would hate to have to pick between the two of them for a favorite because they have such distinct personalities. Hercules can walk through walls -- literally, while Owen can disappear -- also literally. And yes, there are humans in these books that get into all kinds of trouble and have to have the cats help them out.
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Hercules and Owen live with Kathleen who is the town librarian. I realize that is a cliche: However, as I said the cats have special powers and although Kathleen is only human, she is smart enough to let them help her solve the many murders she seems to get involved in. This book even starts with a dead body. You can see why I enjoy these books so much.
I have loved everyone of the books. There is an extensive cast of recurring characters, so you really want to read them in order. This book was sent to me by NetGalley in return for an honest review. Jul 01, The Cozy Review rated it it was amazing. A Tale of Two Kitties: Magical Cats Series Author: They help her solve murder cases in their own unique way.
So it is no surprise that she needs their help whether she asked for it or not to solve the latest murder. Mayville Heights is filled with gossip and curious stares 3when the Janes brothers, Leo and Victor, are both back home after a long time away. Gossip rolls through A Tale of Two Kitties: Gossip rolls through the small town and Victor Janes is smack in the middle of it, again. Having stolen his brother's wife and destroyed his family, Victor has come home to make amends, or has he? Are the brothers really trying to reconcile or is there something more sinister at the heart of the unexpected homecoming?
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When Kathleen finds Leo dead, she wonders who other than Victor would want Leo dead. They are highly intelligent and magical cats that can walk through walls, or disappear in the blink of an eye. Kathleen as well as her Detective boyfriend, Marcus is very well written and fun to learn about. The story of Victor and Leo is compelling with just enough of reality that makes you care about them and how their lives have gone.
She puts a brave face on but is still young enough to break down every once in awhile. Mia tugs at the heartstrings of the reader. Her loss and pain are real, and Ms. Kelly has created a character that the reader will want a happy ending for her. The story is well written and flows naturally. There enough hints to the killer's identity that a reader can figure out the who did it, but not too soon in the story. Readers will continue to turn pages and become immersed in the story. It is fast-paced without sacrificing details and entertaining.
This book can stand on its own as a solo cozy but fits in well with the entire series. This book will appeal to anyone who enjoys a light-hearted mystery with no sex or actual violence and cats that are very unusual. It is highly recommended. I received an ARC of this book. Sep 05, Laura rated it really liked it Shelves: Librarian Kathleen Paulson is enjoying the good life as librarian of her little town in Minnesota.
She has a great boyfriend in Police Officer Marcus and the joy of living with two magical cats, Owen and Hercules. But the arrival of Victor and Leo brings back old wounds. At one point Victor had an affair with L Librarian Kathleen Paulson is enjoying the good life as librarian of her little town in Minnesota. Things turn really ugly when Leo is found dead and Kathleen finds herself drawn into the investigation as they try to discover whether something from the past has come back to cause death in the present day.
The Magical Cats series is the perfect cozy. It has a fantastic setting, intriguing characters and, above all, magical cats that help point their human, Kathleen, in the right direction to help find a killer. While the Magical Cats series is classified as a cozy, Ms. Kelly delves deep into the human soul, which intrigued me and made her characters so very realistic.
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As always, the end of one of these books leaves me waiting for more. I read this book a second time, and it is just as good. I love this series, and can't wait for more. Sep 05, OpenBookSociety. What fun these two magical cats are! I enjoy what Kathleen does as head librarian. This is a delightful novel that includes many moments of heart-thumping suspense.
This would make a great beach read or something to wrap up in an afghan with in front of a fireplace. Owen and Hercules are the cats who chose Kathleen as their person shortly after coming to Minnesota from Boston. She discovered something unique about these adorable kits — one can disappear completely and reappear in another room, while the other can walk through walls and doors.
Both have a knack of understanding what she talked about, and helped her with the mysteries that presented themselves in the past couple years.
Little Micah just might have some of the same characteristics as her boys. And one of these days, Kathleen has to find a way to tell him. Mia is a student intern at the library, and her father Simon is a widower. There has been bad blood in the family for over 20 years, and Leo wants to make peace. Victor has cancer, and may not have long to live. One evening Kathleen was going to visit her friend Rebecca, taking Mia to visit her grandfather next door. She did learn that Simon is the main suspect. Kathleen could think of at least a couple other culprits, and wanted to give Mia some peace about what happened.
Photos and unopened mail from at least 20 years earlier and discovered in the wall of a remodel may hold at least one clue. Kathleen and her friends genuinely care about and will do anything to help another. While we know Kathleen best, we learn more tidbits throughout that round out the other regular characters. For example, Mary, the older librarian on staff, is a sweet lady who looks like a grandmother and is the long-running state kickboxing champion in her age group. Kathleen shares hard-learned bits of wisdom with Mia, which each of the friends do freely with each other.
There are plot twists and turns that change the landscape of the mystery; the breakup of the family more than 20 years ago is an added layer. I really enjoy reading about the antics of the cats, as well as some general historical notes on Carnegie libraries. She had caught Simon in a couple fibs, so he knows he has to be honest with her. There are several viable suspects, and I admit to have followed one of the red herrings, at least until Owen uncovered the truth. The culprit has been a suspect, yet was still a surprise. The ending is satisfactory, with much ahead to look forward to in Mayville Heights.
The author has gifted us with another magical cats mystery that I highly recommend to cozy mystery and cat lovers. Even Owen and Hercules would give this a five sardine cracker or Fred the funky chicken rating!
Sep 08, Kristina rated it really liked it Shelves: Kathleen Paulson is a librarian in Mayville Heights, Minnesota and owns well, as much as you can own a cat two special cats named Owen and Hercules. When remodeling a local post office, undelivered mail and photos were discovered. The library has agreed to take possession of the photos. Kathleen wants to find a way to identify the people in the photos and get them in the hands of family. Twin brothers, Victor and Leo Janes have returned to town for Thanksgiving and the gossip mill is buzzing.
Unfortunately, Meredith died in a car accident shortly afterward. This is a chance for a reconciliation between the two men. Mia Janes, a library student intern, is tickled to have her grandfather in town. Kathleen drives Mia to visit Leo one day after work and Kathleen notices the apartment door ajar. She goes inside to find Leo dead from obvious blunt force trauma. A Tale of Two Kitties has good writing, but the pace is a little slow. There are nice, relatable characters and a charming small-town setting.
Kathleen is a great character who has a wonderful job—a librarian!
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I enjoy her interactions with her fur babies. A Tale of Two Kitties contains an extra amount of cozy. I wish the author had not devoted so much time to the lost and now found photographs and mail. It seemed to dominate the story. The mystery was interesting and I liked how it was structured containing several different components that all fit together. The author included some good clues which will aid readers in solving the crime plus the suspect list is very small.
My rating for A Tale of Two Kitties is 4 out of 5 stars. A Tale of Two Kitties is a cute story and I delighted in the paranormal element. The magical cats are adorable and entertaining especially Owen with his funky chickens. If you have not read any of the previous A Magical Cat Mystery novels, you will be a little lost since there are so many secondary characters in the beginning and it might hinder readers in solving the crime. A Tale of Two Kitties is a charming cozy mystery that will delight readers.
Oct 01, Autumn rated it it was amazing Shelves: Librarian Kathleen Paulson is on the case yet again - this time solving the murder of Leo Janes, the grandfather of Mia, the high school student who works at the library. Leo has come to town to try to reconcile with his estranged twin brother, Victor, and is found dead a few days after his arrival.
The supporting cast of characters - Roma the veterinarian; Mary, Abigail, and Susan the library employees; and Rebecca and Everett are all part of the story, and it felt like reconnecting with old friends. Kathleen and her policeman boyfriend Marcus are deepening their relationship, and I enjoyed seeing how they work together. And of course, Owen and Hercules, the magical cats of the title, are present in full force. Owen is able to vanish at will and Hercules can walk through walls. Both abilities come in handy when you have a human who likes to solve mysteries.
Owen plays a larger role in this story than Hercules does, but Hercules still shows up to enjoy Barry Manilow music with Kathleen. Kathleen is also able to confirm her growing suspicion that Micah, a cat that Marcus adopted from the Wisteria Hill feral colony, has the ability to vanish at will just as Owen does. Now, she has to figure out how to tell Marcus. The mystery itself is very well crafted and has plenty of suspects and twists and turns.
Emily Mortimer shares her take on the title character in her film Mary Poppins Returns. A Tale of Two Kitties Elmer Fudd is taken far into the future past and Bugs thinks back to when they first met as little babies. An exceedingly mild-mannered man is sent out to kill a duck for dinner by his wife. Unfortunately for him, he picks Daffy Duck as his victim. The two face off and do battle for the remainder of the cartoon. Bugs arrives in the desert to find Elmer prospecting for gold. Fudd is finally driven to pull his own gold tooth. Porky puts his cats out in the snow, but then they put him out and have a party.
Expelling them again, Porky goes to bed, only to be terrorized by the felines' mock Martian invasion. After reading his favorite Dick Tracy comic, Daffy Duck has a surreal dream in which he is Duck Twacy, a private eye on the trail of an army of horrifyingly grotesque villains who stole every piggy bank in town, including his own. Elmer Fudd introduces two pieces of classical music: It's the start of the Baby-Boom, and the overworked delivery system is full of glitches: Mother Goose gets a baby skunk, a Scotty dog gets a little hippo, and Mr.
The Coyote is chasing the Roadrunner using a rather ingenious invention combining a fridge, a meat grinder, ice cubes, and skis. Thomas the cat finds Tweety in the snow, warming himself by a cigar butt. Thomas's mistress rescues the little yellow bird before her cat can devour him, but Thomas doesn't give up. Elmer is a dimwitted hunter who's "wooking for wabbits. Babbit and Catstello, take-offs on Bud Abbott and Lou Costello try to catch the little Tweety bird, using everything from stilts to dynamite.
Trouble is, the tiny bird has a vicious streak in him. Actually, the response phrase, "I did! I taw a puddy tat! It was clever how the filmmakers got around the Hayes office to include the line about Catstello wanting to give Babbet "the bird". A solid 8 of Start your free trial. Find showtimes, watch trailers, browse photos, track your Watchlist and rate your favorite movies and TV shows on your phone or tablet! Keep track of everything you watch; tell your friends.
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