Synopses & Reviews
Award-winning author Shirley Rousseau Murphy once again gives eager readers memorable and charming characters, both feline and human, in a skillful and sophisticated story that magically transcends the mystery genre. Tomcat Joe Grey, his feline companion, Dulcie, and their timid but tough-as-nails tattercoat friend Kit will leave fans purring with pleasure, wrote Publishers Weekly, In this twelfth intricate and enchanting novel, the crafty feline trio faces perhaps their most feared enemy: two of their closest human friends are kidnapped and may not live to see freedom.
Molena Point, California, nestled quietly on the Pacific coast miles below San Francisco, is not a place where most escaped federal prisoners would hole up. But Cage Jones has a reason. Facing another prison term, he escapes from jail hot for revenge against the Molena Point resident who turned state' s witness against him and who, he' s certain, has stolen his hidden cache-- a fortune for which he has not served time, and does not intend to. When local headlines tell Dulcie that Cage has escaped, the tabby is cold with fear for her housemate, Wilma. Joe Grey, puzzling over two brutal local murders, doesn' t pay attention until Wilma' s house is vandalized and Dulcie finds Cage Jones on the premises, but not Wilma. While cops swarm on to the scene, Joe and his human housemate take off on a wild search for Wilma-- and Dulcie and Kit foolishly go into Jones' s hideout.
When the three indomitable felines, paw-in-hand with the unsuspecting cops-- and with special powers known by only a few select humans-- help untangle Jones' s agenda and the brutal murders, the devil-tinged scenario leaves a lasting fear among the cats. In one of Shirley Rousseau Murphy' s most suspenseful and unforgettable books to date-- a whimsical and imaginative trip into the hidden lives of felines-- the cats, and a band of feral friends, help bring peace to the small seaside village.
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“[A]delightful mix of humans, sentient cats, mystery, and humor.” Booklist, praise for CAT FEAR NO EVIL
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“Fun fare for cat fans.” Library Journal, praise for CAT LAUGHING LAST
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“Round up the readers; they will be delighted.” Booklist, praise for CAT LAUGHING LAST
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“This is a must read for those who enjoy the feline side of sleuthing.” Romantic Times BOOKclub, praise for CAT LAUGHING LAST
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“A complex, well-crafted plot and lively, credible characters will leave fans purring with pleasure.” Publishers Weekly
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“Magical whimsy and deft writing.” Cats magazine, praise for CAT UNDER FIRE
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“[C]at-chy...fast-paced.” Publishers Weekly, praise for the Joe Grey series
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“[A] series of supense yarns that not only capture the feline “attitude” but offer a satisfying read.” Salinas Californian, praise for CAT BREAKING FREE
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“Murphys surefire plotting makes this more than just another cute cat cozy.” Publishers Weekly
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“Excellent reading...Not to be missed!” Armchair Detective, praise for CAT ON THE EDGE
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“Delightful.” Library Journal, praise for CAT IN THE DARK
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“Murphys raised the stakes of the feline sleuth genre.” Kirkus Reviews, praise for CAT IN THE DARK
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“[A] superior cat cozy. The intricate and absorbing plot keeps the reader in suspense throughout.” Publishers Weekly (starred review), praise for CAT FEAR NO EVIL
Synopsis
"Wilma's in danger!
You think I'm going to sit here polishing my claws?"
When she first hears the news that convict Cage Jones has escaped from prison, Dulcie's fur stands on end. She knows he's after her human companion, Wilma, whom he blames for his stint in jail. She tries to enlist the help of her friend Joe Grey, but the tomcat's got his paws full investigating two local murders. It's only when Wilma disappears after an afternoon shopping trip—and Cage is found lurking at her house—that Joe realizes the two crimes might be more connected than he thought. Paw in hand with the unsuspecting cops, the fantastic felines must untangle Cage's devilish agenda and snare a killer if they ever want to curl up with their friend again and bring peace to their seaside village.
About the Author
In addition to her popular Joe Grey mystery series for adults, for which she has received ten national Cat Writers' Association Awards for best novel of the year, Shirley Rousseau Murphy is a noted children's book author who has received five Dixie Council of Authors and Journalists awards. Two of her children's books were written in collaboration with her husband, Pat.