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Bookmobile Cat Mystery #2
Tailing a Tabby
In the bookmobile, librarian Minnie Hamilton and her rescue cat, Eddie, roll out great summer reads to folks all over the lake town of Chilson, Michigan. And when real-life drama turns deadly, Minnie makes sure justice is never overdue.
The bookmobile is making its usual rounds when Minnie and Eddie are flagged down by a woman in distress. The woman’s husband, a famous artist, needs emergency medical care. After getting him into the bookmobile, Minnie races the man to the hospital in time…but his bad luck has only just begun.
After disappearing from the hospital, the artist is discovered slumped over the body of a murdered woman. Minnie knows that her new friend didn’t commit the crime, but the evidence paints an unflattering picture. Now this librarian and her furry friend have to put the investigation in high gear and catch the real killer before someone else checks out.
The bookmobile is making its usual rounds when Minnie and Eddie are flagged down by a woman in distress. The woman’s husband, a famous artist, needs emergency medical care. After getting him into the bookmobile, Minnie races the man to the hospital in time…but his bad luck has only just begun.
After disappearing from the hospital, the artist is discovered slumped over the body of a murdered woman. Minnie knows that her new friend didn’t commit the crime, but the evidence paints an unflattering picture. Now this librarian and her furry friend have to put the investigation in high gear and catch the real killer before someone else checks out.
340 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published July 1, 2014
About the author
Laurie Cass
13 books529 followersLaurie Cass is the national bestselling author of the Bookmobile Cat Mysteries, including Wrong Side of the Paw, Cat With a Clue, and Pouncing on Murder. She lives on a lake in northern Michigan with her husband and two cats.
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October 20, 2018
Love the cat Eddie! The pacing is steady and the mystery kept me guessing. Great cozy mystery. I recommend this series.
October 18, 2023
The Bookmobile Cat Mystery series is quickly becoming one of my favorite cozy mystery series, and I really can't get enough of Eddie or Laurie Cass' writing! Tailing a Tabby was an excellent follow-up to book 1, and even if you didn't read that one you would be fine going into this one. It gives enough backstory that you aren't completely lost, but not so much that you aren't interested in going back and reading the first one. As usual, Minnie ends up with a mystery on her hands, and along with some friends (or not) from the first novel she tries to figure out who the killer is and save the day. I will never get sick of Eddie the Cat or the bookmobile that Minnie pilots, and this was just as fun and hilarious as the last book.
The audiobook is narrated by Erin Bennett who also narrated book 1, and not only is she already one of my favorite narrators, but she does a wonderful job with this series as well. Her 'mrr' for Eddie is nothing if not adorable, and I love her voice in general, especially for Minnie. I really liked the mystery, and I am sure you could figure it out if you think hard, but I loved the path we took to finding the killer and I had so much fun along the way. Tailing a Tabby is just over 9.5 hours on audio and I sped through it in just one sitting. If you are a fan of cozies with cats and just want something lighthearted and funny, I would definitely recommend this series.
The audiobook is narrated by Erin Bennett who also narrated book 1, and not only is she already one of my favorite narrators, but she does a wonderful job with this series as well. Her 'mrr' for Eddie is nothing if not adorable, and I love her voice in general, especially for Minnie. I really liked the mystery, and I am sure you could figure it out if you think hard, but I loved the path we took to finding the killer and I had so much fun along the way. Tailing a Tabby is just over 9.5 hours on audio and I sped through it in just one sitting. If you are a fan of cozies with cats and just want something lighthearted and funny, I would definitely recommend this series.
March 6, 2016
This is the second in a cozy Bookmobile mystery series. I read it for March Mystery Madness on YouTube, a month of themed challenges surrounding, you guessed it, mysteries! A sweet local librarian, Minnie, travels around Chilson, Michigan in a bookmobile with her gray Tabby companion, Eddie. They encounter an abnormally high amount of murders for such a quaint town, with some literally crossing their path.
These are cute and fluffy, even if incredibly unrealistic. Minnie's amateur sleuthing techniques would never work in real life, and were often laughable. Casual interrogations often have the suspect asking outright: "Do you think it's possible I had something to do with the murder?" Not exactly discreet. If you don't analyze these types of stories too deeply and just let them take you on a syrupy journey, you will enjoy them for the candy they are.
If you are looking for more realistic relationships and mysteries, this is not going to be your jam! I recommend for cat lovers who want a little book hug every now and then between heavier subjects.
These are cute and fluffy, even if incredibly unrealistic. Minnie's amateur sleuthing techniques would never work in real life, and were often laughable. Casual interrogations often have the suspect asking outright: "Do you think it's possible I had something to do with the murder?" Not exactly discreet. If you don't analyze these types of stories too deeply and just let them take you on a syrupy journey, you will enjoy them for the candy they are.
If you are looking for more realistic relationships and mysteries, this is not going to be your jam! I recommend for cat lovers who want a little book hug every now and then between heavier subjects.
August 10, 2016
I forgot how fun these cozy mysteries are. And the covers are adorable. Really enjoyed reading the sequel. I liked the first one but also the second one as well. I think this is my new favorite series right now. I probably said it in the last one but it needs repeating. Pretty good read.
Looking forward to the next book in the series and that Minnie stays likeable because you really like her and her determination and that she really does care about the bookmobile, her friends, family, the people who visit the bookmobile and of course adorable cat Eddie.
Looking forward to the next book in the series and that Minnie stays likeable because you really like her and her determination and that she really does care about the bookmobile, her friends, family, the people who visit the bookmobile and of course adorable cat Eddie.
May 2, 2019
It's been some time since I had read the first book in this series but it didn't take me long to feel comfortable back at the Chilson Public Library with Minnie and Eddie. This was an enjoyable cozy mystery with enough twists to keep guessing and turning the pages.
March 10, 2019
Great second installment to series.
November 22, 2020
I really like this series, but there are a few concessions:
*I am not sure if I would go to Tucker as a Dr, much less date him. When you read this, you'll understand the first one. The second one is just a personal thing. ;-)
*Stephen is a little too high strung to be a library director. Seriously. Every time he shows up in the book, all I can think is "THIS man needs a Xanax and a Valium and a couple drinks". WOW. He is currently my LEAST favorite character in the books.
*SO glad that my bestie is NOT Kristen.
Considering that I am almost 3 books in and I only have 3 complaints, I think I am on my way to really loving this new [to me] series.
*I am not sure if I would go to Tucker as a Dr, much less date him. When you read this, you'll understand the first one. The second one is just a personal thing. ;-)
*Stephen is a little too high strung to be a library director. Seriously. Every time he shows up in the book, all I can think is "THIS man needs a Xanax and a Valium and a couple drinks". WOW. He is currently my LEAST favorite character in the books.
*SO glad that my bestie is NOT Kristen.
Considering that I am almost 3 books in and I only have 3 complaints, I think I am on my way to really loving this new [to me] series.
June 29, 2021
A great addition to the series. I love this series. It is so fun reading a mystery not only set in a library, but in a bookmobile.
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November 3, 2019Minnie and Eddie are cruising the back roads in the bookmobile when they suddenly spot a woman frantically waving to them on the side of the road. The lady is in need of desperate assistance getting her husband to the hospital since he is suffering from a stroke. Minnie jumps into action and soon realizes that she has helped save the life of Russell McCade, a very famous local artist. The mystery begins when 'Cade' leaves the hospital after receiving a suspicious phone call and is later found over a dead body. Minnie knows that she just met this man, but she honestly believes that he is innocent. Can the librarian and her four legged friend collect clues and track down a murderer?
I'm really enjoying this series. Minnie and her sidekick Eddie are the perfect partners. Yes, Eddie is just a cat, but he's so incredibly, full of personality. His timing is rather spot on as well. I love the conversations that Minnie carries on with him too. He truly feels like a main character. Who wouldn't love the idea of a bookmobile coming to their area? It sounds like such a fun and personal way for a librarian to connect with the public and bring more awareness as well as excitement back to checking out books. Minnie is a great main character, even if she is a bit naive at times. It's easily overlooked because she has such an infectious personality.
It was great to have some characters return for the sequel. I love Minnie's friendship with Kristen, her banter with Rafe, and her antics with her matchmaking Aunt Frances. Dr. Tucker is back as a love interest, but he sure did annoy me a few times throughout this story. The author set him up with having a huge conflict so we will see if he sticks around much longer. I'm more intrigued by Detective Wolverson. Hope he makes it into more of the story line in the next few books. I loved the addition of Cade and his wife. They were the sweetest couple and easily likeable. I enjoyed watching their friendship with Minnie blossom and really liked their "letter" game. I really hope that we run into them and the bunny enthusiast again. Such great, well written characters!!
I really enjoyed the mystery. It captured my attention straight from the start when Minnie rushes to get Cade to the hospital. I was already invested in his story so when he was framed for murder it just increased my interest. The author did a great job of keeping you wondering about his character at times and of course adding in a whole list of plausible suspects. I'm anxious to read book three now!!!
I'm really enjoying this series. Minnie and her sidekick Eddie are the perfect partners. Yes, Eddie is just a cat, but he's so incredibly, full of personality. His timing is rather spot on as well. I love the conversations that Minnie carries on with him too. He truly feels like a main character. Who wouldn't love the idea of a bookmobile coming to their area? It sounds like such a fun and personal way for a librarian to connect with the public and bring more awareness as well as excitement back to checking out books. Minnie is a great main character, even if she is a bit naive at times. It's easily overlooked because she has such an infectious personality.
It was great to have some characters return for the sequel. I love Minnie's friendship with Kristen, her banter with Rafe, and her antics with her matchmaking Aunt Frances. Dr. Tucker is back as a love interest, but he sure did annoy me a few times throughout this story. The author set him up with having a huge conflict so we will see if he sticks around much longer. I'm more intrigued by Detective Wolverson. Hope he makes it into more of the story line in the next few books. I loved the addition of Cade and his wife. They were the sweetest couple and easily likeable. I enjoyed watching their friendship with Minnie blossom and really liked their "letter" game. I really hope that we run into them and the bunny enthusiast again. Such great, well written characters!!
I really enjoyed the mystery. It captured my attention straight from the start when Minnie rushes to get Cade to the hospital. I was already invested in his story so when he was framed for murder it just increased my interest. The author did a great job of keeping you wondering about his character at times and of course adding in a whole list of plausible suspects. I'm anxious to read book three now!!!
November 29, 2023
Held my interest enough to find out the whodunit, though I was a bit disappointed by the killer’s motive. It felt weak and cliche, almost an afterthought of trying to tie all the pieces together. There were parts that dragged and felt very “tell, not show”, but then again, I haven’t read many cozy mysteries and perhaps that is just par for the course for this genre.
I also was hoping there would be more Eddie scenes. Can never have enough cats.
I received a few more books in this series and will be continuing on. I’m curious to see what will happen next for Minnie and the library bookmobile.
I also was hoping there would be more Eddie scenes. Can never have enough cats.
I received a few more books in this series and will be continuing on. I’m curious to see what will happen next for Minnie and the library bookmobile.
July 6, 2014
A comfortable cozy with two likeable main characters: Minnie, the Bookmobile librarian, and her cat, Eddie, the real brains of the operation. OK, maybe not entirely, but he does make important moves at key moments. The plot is reasonably well put-together, and the pacing is smooth. This is a cozy, not a thriller, and it doesn’t try to keep you at the edge of your seat, but it is consistently engaging. Every scene is there for a reason, and the ending is satisfying. The author avoids the tired gimmick of stupid cops. The detectives here are intelligent and take Minnie seriously, though they do not involve her in their investigation. This is the second book in a series, but can stand alone.
June 7, 2018
AudioBook Review:
Stars: Overall 4 Narration 4 Story 3.5
Second in the series, but easily read out of order, Eddie and his erstwhile owner Minnie are traversing the Michigan countryside when they are stopped by a frantically waving woman, desperate for help. Her husband is desperately in need of medical care, and Minnie and Eddie shift into “helpful’ mode, getting the man to the hospital. Soon Minnie discovers that the man is renowned artist, Russel McCade, and a friendship of sorts is formed from her actions. But after Cade leaves the rehab center after his stroke, he’s found slumped over a body – and is the first, primary and only suspect.
Minnie knows that he’s not a murderer – and she’s determined to find the real culprit. Off she and Eddie go, conversations and Eddie’s apparent ‘nose’ for clues leads them in several different investigative directions, all highlighted with the conversations that bring Eddie to the forefront, as Minnie works out her ideas, questions and conclusions. Different from other cozies in that Minnie is obviously an amateur, but rather than the police ignoring her input, they actually glean information from her – resulting in some lovely interactions with Wolverson. Like the first, the storyline is gently implausible, but wholly engaging, although there is a touch of ‘overuse’ of descriptive that occasionally feel overworked and trying too hard. The return of secondary characters, from Minnie’s BFF Kristin, her Aunt Frances and a rather questionable ‘love interest’ in Dr. Tucker all add some depth – and the budding friendship with Barb and Cade, including their ‘letter game’ brings another level of atmosphere to the story – all overseen by Eddie – the cat with his Main Character personality and plenty of input into nearly every scene.
Again the narration is provided by Erin Bennett, and she’s got Minnie and Eddie perfectly represented, full of the emotions, camaraderie and even a solid ‘voice’ for Eddie – amazingly so as he’s not said a word. Friends and acquaintances are also present and clearly distinct: from the ‘all business’ approach of the police, to the rather frantic, at first, Barb, and the quietly outrageous Aunt Frances, the characters all have a subtle, or not so, influence on the storyline and progression, as well as some quickly introduced and forgotten suspects. This is a series that returns the ‘fun’ to cozies: a candy-floss tidbit of sweetness, clever, engaging and utterly perfect to put a smile on your face.
I received an AudioBook copy of the title from Tantor Audio for purpose of honest review. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own responsibility.
Review first appeared at I am, Indeed
Stars: Overall 4 Narration 4 Story 3.5
Second in the series, but easily read out of order, Eddie and his erstwhile owner Minnie are traversing the Michigan countryside when they are stopped by a frantically waving woman, desperate for help. Her husband is desperately in need of medical care, and Minnie and Eddie shift into “helpful’ mode, getting the man to the hospital. Soon Minnie discovers that the man is renowned artist, Russel McCade, and a friendship of sorts is formed from her actions. But after Cade leaves the rehab center after his stroke, he’s found slumped over a body – and is the first, primary and only suspect.
Minnie knows that he’s not a murderer – and she’s determined to find the real culprit. Off she and Eddie go, conversations and Eddie’s apparent ‘nose’ for clues leads them in several different investigative directions, all highlighted with the conversations that bring Eddie to the forefront, as Minnie works out her ideas, questions and conclusions. Different from other cozies in that Minnie is obviously an amateur, but rather than the police ignoring her input, they actually glean information from her – resulting in some lovely interactions with Wolverson. Like the first, the storyline is gently implausible, but wholly engaging, although there is a touch of ‘overuse’ of descriptive that occasionally feel overworked and trying too hard. The return of secondary characters, from Minnie’s BFF Kristin, her Aunt Frances and a rather questionable ‘love interest’ in Dr. Tucker all add some depth – and the budding friendship with Barb and Cade, including their ‘letter game’ brings another level of atmosphere to the story – all overseen by Eddie – the cat with his Main Character personality and plenty of input into nearly every scene.
Again the narration is provided by Erin Bennett, and she’s got Minnie and Eddie perfectly represented, full of the emotions, camaraderie and even a solid ‘voice’ for Eddie – amazingly so as he’s not said a word. Friends and acquaintances are also present and clearly distinct: from the ‘all business’ approach of the police, to the rather frantic, at first, Barb, and the quietly outrageous Aunt Frances, the characters all have a subtle, or not so, influence on the storyline and progression, as well as some quickly introduced and forgotten suspects. This is a series that returns the ‘fun’ to cozies: a candy-floss tidbit of sweetness, clever, engaging and utterly perfect to put a smile on your face.
I received an AudioBook copy of the title from Tantor Audio for purpose of honest review. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own responsibility.
Review first appeared at I am, Indeed
May 18, 2018
I didn't like the mystery in this one as much as in the first, she was much more insistent in her investigation and confrontational with the detectives (without any real reason). Following a number of suspects even after they showed alibis. I couldn't guess who the killer was though.
It was enforced Ed's apparent ability to sense danger, and more generally to direct Minnie to people she should talk with. While still being a recognizable cat, and Minnie's comments are funny. An enjoyable read, but the first was a lot better.
It was enforced Ed's apparent ability to sense danger, and more generally to direct Minnie to people she should talk with. While still being a recognizable cat, and Minnie's comments are funny. An enjoyable read, but the first was a lot better.
December 3, 2023
I liked the first book in this series but book two kind of fell flat for me. It ended up being a DNF.
I found Minnie a bit annoying this time around. I wish she would stand up for herself more, especially with her jerk of a boss. I also didn't buy her actually being able to figure out a murder since her "investigating" was all over the place and not very effective.
Over all I just wasn't into this so I'm moving on to something else.
I found Minnie a bit annoying this time around. I wish she would stand up for herself more, especially with her jerk of a boss. I also didn't buy her actually being able to figure out a murder since her "investigating" was all over the place and not very effective.
Over all I just wasn't into this so I'm moving on to something else.
May 5, 2018
Minnie Hamilton drives the Bookmobile that is popular among the community in Chilson, Michigan for her bringing along her cat, Eddie, in Tailing a Tabby by Laurie Cass. One day as Minnie is driving home, she screeches to a stop when a distraught woman hails her from the road. She helps the woman drag her husband, who is having a stroke, to the Bookmobile and rushes him the half an hour to the closest hospital. Only then does Minnie learn that the man is Russell McCade, a highly famous artist. Visiting him in the hospital a couple days later, Minnie becomes close to Cabe and his wife, Barb.
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April 8, 2018
4/5 I enjoyed this and I’ll definitely be reading the next one!
July 11, 2014
My favorite "cozy mystery" cat, Eddie, returns with his owner, "the bookmobile lady", Minnie Hamilton, to travel over the roadways and marina in Chilson, Michigan. All Minnie wants is to get books to folks who live a long way from a local library. All Eddie wants is......well, whatever suits his fancy at any time. And riding on the bookmobile, against the rules is one of his joys in life. Everybody seems thrilled with the cute fuzzy purring kitty's wishes but the head librarian.
In the first book- LENDING A PAW, Eddie leads Minnie right to a dead body. This time a frantic woman stops the bookmobile because her husband is having a heart attack. They rush, as fast as a bookmobile can rush, this famous wealthy artist to the hospital where he is admitted . Trouble comes when he leaves the hospital only to be found over a dead body. Is he the murderer? The police seem to think so, but Eddie and Minnie have other thoughts and they set off to prove his innocents. But keeping Minnie alive then becomes one of Eddie's challenges!
Eddie is definitely a cat lover's dream, and makes these mysteries a purrrrrfect treat for cozy readers! His "murr" communicates a thousand thoughts in a most realistic way. The rest of this books characters are a treat too!
In the first book- LENDING A PAW, Eddie leads Minnie right to a dead body. This time a frantic woman stops the bookmobile because her husband is having a heart attack. They rush, as fast as a bookmobile can rush, this famous wealthy artist to the hospital where he is admitted . Trouble comes when he leaves the hospital only to be found over a dead body. Is he the murderer? The police seem to think so, but Eddie and Minnie have other thoughts and they set off to prove his innocents. But keeping Minnie alive then becomes one of Eddie's challenges!
Eddie is definitely a cat lover's dream, and makes these mysteries a purrrrrfect treat for cozy readers! His "murr" communicates a thousand thoughts in a most realistic way. The rest of this books characters are a treat too!
August 15, 2015
In the second book of this series Eddie is becoming a local celebrity on the Bookmobile. There subplots that are loosely joined together by Minnie. A local man who Minnie and Eddie saved by using the Bookmobile to rushed to the hospital. The death of a young girl that turned to be murder and accidents happening men had befriended the murder girl. Minnie starts investigating the girl's life. Minnie romance with Dr Tucker is ongoing with problems occurring. Eddie has some delightful and funny actions. I would recommend this book.
February 17, 2019
I wish goodreads would include half stars. I would give this a 3.5. I found it a bit flat for some reason. Not sure if it's because I'm not feeling well right now but I just didn't find myself anxiously waiting to find out the ending. I'm still going to read them as I really do love Eddie and Minnie and can't wait to see what they get up to next.
September 25, 2017
09/25/2017: I read this a few years ago. I don't know if I will re-read the whole series, but I am enjoying this second book again.
June 29, 2017
Three stars and ½, because the motive of the killer is weak, the investigation doesn't bring enough useful informations and the final is a bit quick and messy.
But i enjoyed all the rest, as usual.
But i enjoyed all the rest, as usual.
June 4, 2020
Just reread this for a book club. Don't know why, but I liked it better the second time around. Fun read.
June 21, 2018
I was definitely excited about this book, for, in Lending A Paw, I found not only an utterly fabulous and oh so relatable Librarian narrator and main character in Minnie, but a purr-fectly adorable and witty sidekick in Eddie, Minnie’s rescue cat. So you could definitely say this second installment felt like meeting up with old friends and I loved every moment!
I found this book to be more fast paced than it’s predecessor, because it felt like the introductions to Minnie and Eddie and the story of how the bookmobile came to fruition were all discussed in book 1, which was great, but, this book definitely got to the mystery element sooner than thought and it all starts when a rather frazzled lady flags down the bookmobile when she finds her husband is suddenly violently ill! From what happened onwards definitely left me dying to know whodunnit!
One of the many things I love about these books is that I feel like I can easily put myself in Minnie’s shoes, I mean who doesn’t love a librarian with a passion for delivering books to patrons, ensuring everyone’s love for literature is filled! And to top that, she has the best and cutest bond with Eddie, throughout the book, Kristin (Minnie’s best friend), comments how weird it is that Eddie can seemingly understand Minnie (the feline often replies to his human’s musings with a meow or two), before proceeding to purr violently if she’s feeling frazzled, it just makes me so happy to read, these amazing moments between the two! They’re definitely an amazing partnership!
I love the natural flow of scenes that takes place in the library as well as the bookmobile, seeing Minnie interact with the customers and seeing the bookmobile patrons interact with Eddie was just great, like, Minnie makes a joke that Eddie is more famous than her, it definitely made me laugh! (it may or may not be true).
This was just such an addictive read, I couldn’t get enough! I found myself wholly addicted to this book, and hard to put down! It is just so light and cozy but equally mysterious and I easily recommend it to anyone who loves a good whodunnit!
I found this book to be more fast paced than it’s predecessor, because it felt like the introductions to Minnie and Eddie and the story of how the bookmobile came to fruition were all discussed in book 1, which was great, but, this book definitely got to the mystery element sooner than thought and it all starts when a rather frazzled lady flags down the bookmobile when she finds her husband is suddenly violently ill! From what happened onwards definitely left me dying to know whodunnit!
One of the many things I love about these books is that I feel like I can easily put myself in Minnie’s shoes, I mean who doesn’t love a librarian with a passion for delivering books to patrons, ensuring everyone’s love for literature is filled! And to top that, she has the best and cutest bond with Eddie, throughout the book, Kristin (Minnie’s best friend), comments how weird it is that Eddie can seemingly understand Minnie (the feline often replies to his human’s musings with a meow or two), before proceeding to purr violently if she’s feeling frazzled, it just makes me so happy to read, these amazing moments between the two! They’re definitely an amazing partnership!
I love the natural flow of scenes that takes place in the library as well as the bookmobile, seeing Minnie interact with the customers and seeing the bookmobile patrons interact with Eddie was just great, like, Minnie makes a joke that Eddie is more famous than her, it definitely made me laugh! (it may or may not be true).
This was just such an addictive read, I couldn’t get enough! I found myself wholly addicted to this book, and hard to put down! It is just so light and cozy but equally mysterious and I easily recommend it to anyone who loves a good whodunnit!
July 27, 2020
I was long overdue for a visit to Chilson, Michigan and a ride along with Minnie and her bookmobile cat Eddie. As always, there was no shortage of adventure. when a famous artist who along with his wife became new friends of Minnie's, she felt compelled to help when the man practically begged her to help prove his innocence in a murder where he was set up to take the fall.
There were definitely a lot of suspects and at times I have to admit I got a little bit confused. I thought the cooking show guy was quirky and funny, and I really liked the new character of Ivy, the artist's mother-in-law who offered to help out on the bookmobile when Thessie, the regular volunteer had a college visit out of town. Aunt Frances who was usually known for her spot-on matchmaking was having a little dilemma of her own, and Minnie's grouchy boss kept on her to solve an issue at the library that Minnie honestly didn't see as an important issue.
I loved the trap that Minnie and Cade set for the killer, and the showdown was pretty exciting. Minnie's love life with cute doc Tucker seemed to be progressing. At least when he had an issue, they were able to talk about it and resolved it quickly. I hope he stays a part of her life. Even though he's not in this book a whole lot, he's still a really nice guy. All the regular characters are so different and fun it's hard to pick exact favorites! I hope to continue sooner with the third book soon. I love that this series is still going on, in fact I got the most recent one when it came out.
There were definitely a lot of suspects and at times I have to admit I got a little bit confused. I thought the cooking show guy was quirky and funny, and I really liked the new character of Ivy, the artist's mother-in-law who offered to help out on the bookmobile when Thessie, the regular volunteer had a college visit out of town. Aunt Frances who was usually known for her spot-on matchmaking was having a little dilemma of her own, and Minnie's grouchy boss kept on her to solve an issue at the library that Minnie honestly didn't see as an important issue.
I loved the trap that Minnie and Cade set for the killer, and the showdown was pretty exciting. Minnie's love life with cute doc Tucker seemed to be progressing. At least when he had an issue, they were able to talk about it and resolved it quickly. I hope he stays a part of her life. Even though he's not in this book a whole lot, he's still a really nice guy. All the regular characters are so different and fun it's hard to pick exact favorites! I hope to continue sooner with the third book soon. I love that this series is still going on, in fact I got the most recent one when it came out.
June 13, 2018
Minnie and Eddie the cat are out for another day in their bookmobile when she sees a woman flagging her down in the road. When she stops it turns out the woman is Barbara McCade, and it seems her husband Russell, a famous artist, has had a stroke and she needs help. She broke her cell phone and has no way to reach 911, so Minnie helps her get him into the bookmobile and they take him to the nearest hospital.
Later on, after making friends with the couple she receives a frantic call from Barb. It seems her husband has left the hospital on his own and was found in the home of a woman recently murdered, and they think he's responsible. After hiring a high-priced attorney, it appears that Cade, as he's known, may be in the clear, but he's still a suspect, so Minnie decides to help find the murderer.
But it seems the woman wasn't discreet when it came to affairs - even though Cade and Barb tell Minnie that they barely knew the woman - yet Minnie still needs to find a murderer if she doesn't want her new friend to wind up in prison. With a little help from Cade and, of course, her loyal cat Eddie, Minnie might be able to discover the truth...
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Later on, after making friends with the couple she receives a frantic call from Barb. It seems her husband has left the hospital on his own and was found in the home of a woman recently murdered, and they think he's responsible. After hiring a high-priced attorney, it appears that Cade, as he's known, may be in the clear, but he's still a suspect, so Minnie decides to help find the murderer.
But it seems the woman wasn't discreet when it came to affairs - even though Cade and Barb tell Minnie that they barely knew the woman - yet Minnie still needs to find a murderer if she doesn't want her new friend to wind up in prison. With a little help from Cade and, of course, her loyal cat Eddie, Minnie might be able to discover the truth...
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December 8, 2019
I'm so deliriously excited about this new-to-me series that I immediately started in on this second book right after I finished listening to the first one. Eddie is such a feline rock star! I'm giddy just thinking about the way he can control a scene. Too bad Minnie hasn't quite caught on to the significance of his 'catty' wiles. He makes a great Watson to her Sherlock...or should that be the other way round?
Great pacing between mystery, romance and relationships. Sometimes a cozy can get bogged down in too many mundane details but Cass keeps the pace moving ahead while providing enough descriptions to bring the story to life. Will definitely be starting in on book three later this week.
Great pacing between mystery, romance and relationships. Sometimes a cozy can get bogged down in too many mundane details but Cass keeps the pace moving ahead while providing enough descriptions to bring the story to life. Will definitely be starting in on book three later this week.
May 6, 2024
"Tailing a Tabby (Bookmobile Cat Mystery #2)" by Laurie Cass has one of the best audiobook cats yet. All credit is due to Erin Bennett for really making those mewros sound believable for a sassy cat who may or may not know more than his human realizes. He really should get listened to though since he always seems so well timed with his behaviors to help or at least point Minnie in the right direction.
In this one Minnie makes a couple of new friends when she helps get one of them to the hospital in the bookmobile. While they're recovering they get accused of murder. Minnie sets out to keep the new friend's reputation clear and find out who did actually commit the crime.
In this one Minnie makes a couple of new friends when she helps get one of them to the hospital in the bookmobile. While they're recovering they get accused of murder. Minnie sets out to keep the new friend's reputation clear and find out who did actually commit the crime.
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