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Detective Whiskers Cozy Mystery #9
Christmas Movie Mystery
Part cozy mystery, part Christmas movie, 100% adorable fun!
When a popular TV network films their newest Christmas movie in the picturesque town of Paradise Cove, the whole town is buzzing with excitement. But when one of the stars is found dead, can the holiday magic continue—or will the show go off script? Can Detective Whiskers, the secret sleuth behind the success of the Paradise Cove Murder Society, unravel the mystery before the killer strikes again?
This book is packed with all your favorite animals and quirky characters from The Detective Whiskers Cozy Mystery Series, plus all the heartwarming charm and delightful surprises of a Hallmark Christmas movie. Romance in a small town, family reunions, a wise older man who may or may not be Santa—and, of course, a clever feline detective who’s on the case. With a puzzling murder and just the right amount of suspense, you’ll be hooked from the first page.
Is Sheila finally ready to take a risk on a holiday romance? Are Whiskers' crime-solving skills up to the thrilling challenge? Is one of their amateur detective friends in danger?
Readers call it "engaging" and say it leaves them "with a smile long after the book is closed."
If you enjoy snuggling up with a light-hearted Christmas movie or a humorous whodunit, you'll love Christmas Movie Mystery. It's a fast-paced page-turner filled with happy endings for everyone, including the charming cats. dogs, and other pets and animals.
When a popular TV network films their newest Christmas movie in the picturesque town of Paradise Cove, the whole town is buzzing with excitement. But when one of the stars is found dead, can the holiday magic continue—or will the show go off script? Can Detective Whiskers, the secret sleuth behind the success of the Paradise Cove Murder Society, unravel the mystery before the killer strikes again?
This book is packed with all your favorite animals and quirky characters from The Detective Whiskers Cozy Mystery Series, plus all the heartwarming charm and delightful surprises of a Hallmark Christmas movie. Romance in a small town, family reunions, a wise older man who may or may not be Santa—and, of course, a clever feline detective who’s on the case. With a puzzling murder and just the right amount of suspense, you’ll be hooked from the first page.
Is Sheila finally ready to take a risk on a holiday romance? Are Whiskers' crime-solving skills up to the thrilling challenge? Is one of their amateur detective friends in danger?
Readers call it "engaging" and say it leaves them "with a smile long after the book is closed."
If you enjoy snuggling up with a light-hearted Christmas movie or a humorous whodunit, you'll love Christmas Movie Mystery. It's a fast-paced page-turner filled with happy endings for everyone, including the charming cats. dogs, and other pets and animals.
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186 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 16, 2024
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May 2, 2026
A popular TV crew descends on the small Florida town of Paradise Cove. Parrot Eyes Inn is ready to be used in whatever way it’s needed. Things take a nasty turn when the lead actress is found dead. Everyone is writing it off as an accident, but Detective Whiskers knows better. He just has to make everyone understand him.
Meanwhile, Whiskers’ human Sheila is finding herself in a possible romance. She and Whiskers moved to Paradise Cove two years ago after the death of her husband and Whiskers’ best friend. Now, they have built a new life for themselves, but Sheila doesn’t know if romance is in her future.
This is the 9th book of the series. It was written in 2024, so I don’t know if there will be more. It felt like a finale, but I hope we get some kind of reunion soon.
I absolutely loved this series, and this particular book was one of my favorites. I know I’m reading it out of season, but Christmas in May is nice too. It’s a quick, “feel good” type of book. By the last scene, my face was covered in tears. I can’t say enough how much I loved this book and the entire series. A very big thank you to the author for writing this wonderful story.
I borrowed this one from the Kindle Unlimited library. I was not required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are my own.
Meanwhile, Whiskers’ human Sheila is finding herself in a possible romance. She and Whiskers moved to Paradise Cove two years ago after the death of her husband and Whiskers’ best friend. Now, they have built a new life for themselves, but Sheila doesn’t know if romance is in her future.
This is the 9th book of the series. It was written in 2024, so I don’t know if there will be more. It felt like a finale, but I hope we get some kind of reunion soon.
I absolutely loved this series, and this particular book was one of my favorites. I know I’m reading it out of season, but Christmas in May is nice too. It’s a quick, “feel good” type of book. By the last scene, my face was covered in tears. I can’t say enough how much I loved this book and the entire series. A very big thank you to the author for writing this wonderful story.
I borrowed this one from the Kindle Unlimited library. I was not required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are my own.
June 28, 2025
I have ABSOLUTELY LOVED this series and hope the author will decide to write more of them.
December 29, 2025
This was cute but very short and I'm unclear who the target audience is. It kind of reads like a kids book but the theme is adult.
The main character is a cat named Whiskers and he is a detective. A dead body shows up and only he knows that it was a murder. He gets help from his friends to communcate to the humans and solve the case.
It's very cute but the talkinh animal bit is too kid story like in this case.
The main character is a cat named Whiskers and he is a detective. A dead body shows up and only he knows that it was a murder. He gets help from his friends to communcate to the humans and solve the case.
It's very cute but the talkinh animal bit is too kid story like in this case.
December 1, 2025
Loved this series!
I started with the prequel when it popped up as a suggestion for me, enjoyed it a lot, so kept going! Great mix of witty and poignant, and just the right amount of suspense. If you love Kathy Manos Penn’s Dickens and Christie series like I do, you’ll really enjoy Detective Whiskers too! Perfectly cozy!!
I started with the prequel when it popped up as a suggestion for me, enjoyed it a lot, so kept going! Great mix of witty and poignant, and just the right amount of suspense. If you love Kathy Manos Penn’s Dickens and Christie series like I do, you’ll really enjoy Detective Whiskers too! Perfectly cozy!!
December 12, 2025
Thoroughly delightful and entertaining
I am truly hooked on the series. I started in the middle and now need to return to book 1 and proceed. Whiskers is so intelligent and enjoyable. Characters like Zappa and Toddy and Mae just add to the charm. Gotta feel sorry for Chief Anderson, tough breaks!
I am truly hooked on the series. I started in the middle and now need to return to book 1 and proceed. Whiskers is so intelligent and enjoyable. Characters like Zappa and Toddy and Mae just add to the charm. Gotta feel sorry for Chief Anderson, tough breaks!
December 17, 2025
My review for Christmas Movie Mystery
I absolutely loved it! A beautiful Christmas story. I love all the characters and love their happy endings. This is a must read series! I can’t wait for the next book!
I absolutely loved it! A beautiful Christmas story. I love all the characters and love their happy endings. This is a must read series! I can’t wait for the next book!
January 29, 2025
Cute story. Love whiskers and the crew. Happy Reading :)
July 11, 2025
A great ending to this series! Well maybe.
July 13, 2025
Umm. I definitely need more Detective Whiskers books!
July 25, 2025
Please tell me, Chris Abernathy, that this isn’t the end of this series??!! I have thoroughly enjoyed Detective Whiskers and all his friends!
October 18, 2025
Loved it
August 23, 2025
Detective Whiskers captured your heart right away. Plus Sheila and her friends. The setting of Paradise Cove sounds like a wonderful place to live. The twist and turns in the storyline being told by the cat is amazing. The ploy to the story was well written. I can’t wait to start at the beginning of this series
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