Published by: Ingrid King. Last Updated on: February 1, 2023 by Crystal Uys
Reading The Cat, the Lady and the Liar, the third in Leann Sweeney’s Cats in Trouble series, was like visiting with old friends. I came to know and like cat quilter Jillian Hart, who settled in the small town of Grace, South Carolina, in The Cat, the Quilt and the Corpse and in The Cat, the Professor and the Poison. Jillian’s best friend, Deputy Candace Carson, step daughter Kara, and new boyfriend Tom round out the cast of human characters, and they’re joined by Jillian’s three cats Merlot, Chablis and Syrah.
When Jillian tries to track down the owner of a gorgeous black stray cat who was found by the local animal shelter, she turns out to be none other than Ritaestelle Longworth, the fabulously wealthy owner of a large estate in a neighboring town. Something seems amiss with Rita. Her live-in relatives claim that she’s been stealing from local stores. Rita herself fears that she’s been drugged.
When Ritaestelle shows up at Jillian’s home one night, and a body is found in the lake on Jillian’s property that same night, Ritaestelle becomes a suspect in the murder. Jillian’s instincts tell her that Ritaestelle is innocent, and, with the help of her three cats, she sets out to solve the mystery. As Jillian and her boyfriend Tom, a former cop and PI, begin investigating, they uncover a tangled web of old family feuds. The cats, in their own way, provide clues along the way.
Tightly plotted, with likeable characters, and filled with cat trivia, this entertaining mystery will become a favorite for cozy and cat lovers alike. I’m already looking forward to the next book in the series.
The Cat, the Lady and the Liar book trailer:
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mY3pFCGyL98
The author sent me an ARC copy of this book.
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About the author
Ingrid King is an award-winning author, former veterinary hospital manager, and veterinary journalist who is passionate about cats.
Very nice review, Ingrid. I’ve read all three of Leann’s Cats in Trouble mysteries and loved them all. Was so happy to hear that The Cat, The Lady and The Liar made the NY Times best seller list. Very deserving. I’m really looking forward to the next book in the series.
I was thrilled that this one made the NY Times list, too, Lynda. I can’t wait for the next one.
Enjoyed your review. I have this book in my TBR stack, now I’ll move it up closer to the top. Love the book trailer.
Mason
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I hope you’ll enjoy the book, Mason. Isn’t the trailer wonderful?