A witty and heartwarming cozy mystery where two brilliant Siamese cats and their human companion uncover secrets that stretch from the countryside to the Scottish Highlands.
 
When columnist Jim Qwilleran joins a group of Moose County locals on a tour of Scotland, he’s ready for relaxation, not investigation. But when one of the travelers dies under mysterious circumstances, Qwill’s reporter instincts — and his cats, Koko and Yum Yum — quickly take over. Back home in Pickax City, strange coincidences and subtle clues convince him that the truth is closer to home than across the Atlantic. With help from his intuitive Siamese, Qwill must piece together a puzzle only a cat could unravel.
 
 
In The Cat Who Wasn’t There, Lilian Jackson Braun delivers another irresistible entry in her beloved Cat Who… series, where mystery and mischief meet feline intelligence. When a fellow traveler’s death casts a shadow over an otherwise scenic tour, Qwill can’t shake the feeling that something’s off. Once back in Moose County, he begins to see connections between the trip, a missing heirloom, and local gossip that refuses to stay buried.
 
With Braun’s trademark warmth, humor, and small-town charm, this mystery blends the coziness of everyday life with a touch of intrigue. It’s a story of friendship, curiosity, and the uncanny instincts of cats who always seem to be one step ahead of their human.
 
💖 Why You’ll Love It
Classic small-town cozy mystery filled with warmth and wit.
Features Koko and Yum Yum — two of cozy fiction’s most iconic feline detectives.
Combines travel adventure with local intrigue.
Gentle humor, endearing characters, and clever sleuthing.
A perfect read for fans of comfort mysteries with animal sidekicks.
 
🌟 Perfect For
Fans of Rita Mae Brown, Sofie Ryan, and Laurie Cass.
Readers who enjoy cozy mysteries featuring cats or pets.
Book clubs that love lighthearted, character-driven mysteries.
Cozy collectors completing their Cat Who… series.
 
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Paw and Order by Diane Kelly — another fun animal-themed cozy mystery.