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paradise_library's review
2.0
My grandma would have grabbed this book and actually that’s one of the reasons I chose to read it. Her love of books and cats was instilled in me from a young age and as I grew older, we used to discuss Agatha Christie and murder mysteries (and watch them of course).
Unfortunately this book didn’t quite live up to my expectations. It was a cosy read, but a little indulgent in its prose.
I was also a little confused when I started, as the synopsis made it sound Dickensian but in fact it’s set in modern day. With cats. Very greedy cats who spend most of their time eating an odd (and large) assortment of food.
A lovely concept and idea, but its excessive description and overuse of cat puns made it a bit too cheesy for me.
Unfortunately this book didn’t quite live up to my expectations. It was a cosy read, but a little indulgent in its prose.
I was also a little confused when I started, as the synopsis made it sound Dickensian but in fact it’s set in modern day. With cats. Very greedy cats who spend most of their time eating an odd (and large) assortment of food.
A lovely concept and idea, but its excessive description and overuse of cat puns made it a bit too cheesy for me.
belbookandacuppa's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
4.5
drmercury's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.5
corita's review
1.0
I DNF. I didn't realize the characters are cats. I just couldn't get into it. The write is good, and if the characters had been people, I probably would have finished it. If this doesn't bother you, I think you'll love the book.
alittlemixofvix's review
4.0
3.5 rounded to 4 for Goodreads. An amusing and light read with a twist of mystery - it was great returning to The No.2 Feline Detective Agency. I also really like the cover art that's on these later books.
I enjoyed all the "cat-ities" sprinkled throughout the story as it helps me picture the cast as cats rather than people. The story started to evolve and included a lot more elements than I initially expected which was a pleasant surprise.
I did find this one slower to start than previous books in the series - usually the action starts quite early on. Also, it's a catch 22 as I found there was too much recap at the start (as I already knew Hettie and Tilly), but could see that it may not be enough backstory to those reading as a standalone.
Overall, a cute and lighthearted read for those that like cosy mysteries and cats!
*I received a complimentary copy of the e-book from InstaBookTours and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
I enjoyed all the "cat-ities" sprinkled throughout the story as it helps me picture the cast as cats rather than people. The story started to evolve and included a lot more elements than I initially expected which was a pleasant surprise.
I did find this one slower to start than previous books in the series - usually the action starts quite early on. Also, it's a catch 22 as I found there was too much recap at the start (as I already knew Hettie and Tilly), but could see that it may not be enough backstory to those reading as a standalone.
Overall, a cute and lighthearted read for those that like cosy mysteries and cats!
*I received a complimentary copy of the e-book from InstaBookTours and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
the_sassy_bookworm's review
3.0
⭐⭐⭐ -- love the cover on this one!
I requested this one because I have never read a book where all the characters were animals. In this case cats. I was intrigued and thought it would make an interesting change of pace. I enjoyed the mystery and thought it was well written and well paced. However, the "cheese factor" was a bit too much for me with all the cat puns. it was cute and humorous at first, but got old quick.
I requested this one because I have never read a book where all the characters were animals. In this case cats. I was intrigued and thought it would make an interesting change of pace. I enjoyed the mystery and thought it was well written and well paced. However, the "cheese factor" was a bit too much for me with all the cat puns. it was cute and humorous at first, but got old quick.
fourfootedbeasts's review against another edition
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
annarella's review
5.0
I was looking forward to read this book, I love Hettie and Tilly and their adventures are always a compelling and highly entertaining read.
This one is a bit darker and it deals with serious issues like memories, respect for the victims, and how tourism can exploit historical tragedy.
There's a lot of books about serial killer and there's a lot of books about Jack the Ripper. Most of the time there's a sort of morbit fascination with the killer and the victims are often forgotten.
That said there's a matrioska of mysteries and the plot flows as they're all solid. Hettie and Tilly are as lovely as usual and I loved Agatha Crispy.
I missed the usual cast of characters but this one features some very interesting cats.
Highly recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine
This one is a bit darker and it deals with serious issues like memories, respect for the victims, and how tourism can exploit historical tragedy.
There's a lot of books about serial killer and there's a lot of books about Jack the Ripper. Most of the time there's a sort of morbit fascination with the killer and the victims are often forgotten.
That said there's a matrioska of mysteries and the plot flows as they're all solid. Hettie and Tilly are as lovely as usual and I loved Agatha Crispy.
I missed the usual cast of characters but this one features some very interesting cats.
Highly recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine
norwegianforestreader's review
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Animal cruelty, Animal death, Body horror, Bullying, Child abuse, Confinement, Death, Violence, Blood, Murder, Fire/Fire injury, and Classism