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Cat Got Your Corpse
Hazel Hart can’t stay out of trouble.
With Hazel’s dad back in Cedar Valley for the summer, they resume their camping trip tradition. Hazel wants nothing but a relaxing vacation with plenty of opportunities to photograph the local wildlife, but she stumbles across a dead big game hunter instead!
It looks like the work of a mountain lion, but Hazel isn’t so sure. Foul play is written all over it, and her vacation turns into a race against time to find the killer—especially since her father is a prime suspect for the crime.
Can Hazel clear her father’s name and find the murderer before it’s too late?
A feel-good, cozy mystery about a quirky photographer and her black cat solving mysteries in Cedar Valley, a small town in the Sierra Nevada mountains. This book does not contain any cliffhangers, gore, graphic scenes, or foul language. It can be read as a standalone or as part of a series.
Other books in the Hazel Hart Cozy Mystery Series include:
Purrfect Murder: A Hazel Hart Cozy Mystery One
Meowsical Murder: A Hazel Hart Cozy Mystery Two
Purrfect Alibi: A Hazel Hart Cozy Mystery Three
Murder Most Meow: A Hazel Hart Cozy Mystery Four
Purrfect Poison: A Hazel Hart Cozy Mystery Five
With Hazel’s dad back in Cedar Valley for the summer, they resume their camping trip tradition. Hazel wants nothing but a relaxing vacation with plenty of opportunities to photograph the local wildlife, but she stumbles across a dead big game hunter instead!
It looks like the work of a mountain lion, but Hazel isn’t so sure. Foul play is written all over it, and her vacation turns into a race against time to find the killer—especially since her father is a prime suspect for the crime.
Can Hazel clear her father’s name and find the murderer before it’s too late?
A feel-good, cozy mystery about a quirky photographer and her black cat solving mysteries in Cedar Valley, a small town in the Sierra Nevada mountains. This book does not contain any cliffhangers, gore, graphic scenes, or foul language. It can be read as a standalone or as part of a series.
Other books in the Hazel Hart Cozy Mystery Series include:
Purrfect Murder: A Hazel Hart Cozy Mystery One
Meowsical Murder: A Hazel Hart Cozy Mystery Two
Purrfect Alibi: A Hazel Hart Cozy Mystery Three
Murder Most Meow: A Hazel Hart Cozy Mystery Four
Purrfect Poison: A Hazel Hart Cozy Mystery Five
177 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 4, 2018
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11 books31 followersLouise Lynn lives in a small town in California with a host of cats. She loves to crochet, travel, and indulge in both chocolate and all things mystery related.
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July 1, 2018
The latest in this series had Hazel and her sister, Esther, going on a camping trip with their dad. The trip took a deadly turn when a big game hunter was found dead near his camp. Even though the death was made to look like a mountain lion had killed him, Hazel knew right away it was murder and she made sure her boyfriend/the Sheriff was called in on the case.
The suspects were plenty and I thought I knew who did it but there were some good twists that strayed me from it for awhile. While I wasn't too fond of Colton and Hazel having to be away from each other for most of the book, I did like that Esther had finally been able to spend some time with her dad, which seemed to help in bringing them a bit closer. I got a kick out of Maureen, being her usual mom self, hauling Ruth and Violet up to the campgrounds. One thing I like about this series is that sometimes one of the characters that hasn't been in it a whole lot (like Edgar Hart) gets to be featured now and then which means some of the regulars need to be on the sidelines a little bit.
Everything worked out, the killer was caught in a really good showdown. Once home, Esther realized she'd learned a few things herself those few days they were gone. I loved how she became "adventuresome Esther" while at the campgrounds.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advance copy of this book. It was fun reading it a few days before it comes out. I'll be anxiously waiting on the next book!
The suspects were plenty and I thought I knew who did it but there were some good twists that strayed me from it for awhile. While I wasn't too fond of Colton and Hazel having to be away from each other for most of the book, I did like that Esther had finally been able to spend some time with her dad, which seemed to help in bringing them a bit closer. I got a kick out of Maureen, being her usual mom self, hauling Ruth and Violet up to the campgrounds. One thing I like about this series is that sometimes one of the characters that hasn't been in it a whole lot (like Edgar Hart) gets to be featured now and then which means some of the regulars need to be on the sidelines a little bit.
Everything worked out, the killer was caught in a really good showdown. Once home, Esther realized she'd learned a few things herself those few days they were gone. I loved how she became "adventuresome Esther" while at the campgrounds.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advance copy of this book. It was fun reading it a few days before it comes out. I'll be anxiously waiting on the next book!
July 5, 2018
Hazel, her dad Edgar, and her sister Ester and her daughter are all going on a week long camping trip. Hazel and her dad have done this almost every year, Ester, not so much. Hazel and her father are photographers. Edgar has even had some of his pictures in National Geographic Magazine.
Then they hear the sound of a loud engine. It is someone the Edgar knows....and doesn't like. Cliff Crawford and his daughter Summer and James Duke. Cliff is a big game poacher, and Edgar and him almost get in a fist fight. Edgar even threatens him. The next day Anthony Ray, Hazel's cat leads her to the body of Cliff....dead. The Ranger is claiming it was a mountain lion. Hazel and her father don't think so. Then there is Abby Reyonds. She is an animal activist. She isn't upset about Cliff being dead at all. But was it murder? Or will there be hunters going after a mountain lion and killing it? You will have to read the book to find out. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
Then they hear the sound of a loud engine. It is someone the Edgar knows....and doesn't like. Cliff Crawford and his daughter Summer and James Duke. Cliff is a big game poacher, and Edgar and him almost get in a fist fight. Edgar even threatens him. The next day Anthony Ray, Hazel's cat leads her to the body of Cliff....dead. The Ranger is claiming it was a mountain lion. Hazel and her father don't think so. Then there is Abby Reyonds. She is an animal activist. She isn't upset about Cliff being dead at all. But was it murder? Or will there be hunters going after a mountain lion and killing it? You will have to read the book to find out. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
October 11, 2018
A camping trip to remember
A good plot but again just too obvious. Though I did like the interaction between the two sisters.
When he father suggests a camping trip, she's all for it. Her sister has her reservations but agrees as her daughter is completely for it. Things get off to a sticky start when her father gets into a fight with some fellow campers. The man and his daughter have led a lot of big game hunting trips. However they go for game that is endangered and worse they tranquilise them before killing them. Now they have a client with them and seem intent on killing the nursing mountain lion in the local surroundings. When she finds the older man dead everyone assumes that the mountain lion did the killing but she, her father and the sheriff think it is an animal on two legs. Sending the young girl back to safety the two sisters work on finding out what really happened. Can they clear their father and the mountain lion?
A good plot but again just too obvious. Though I did like the interaction between the two sisters.
When he father suggests a camping trip, she's all for it. Her sister has her reservations but agrees as her daughter is completely for it. Things get off to a sticky start when her father gets into a fight with some fellow campers. The man and his daughter have led a lot of big game hunting trips. However they go for game that is endangered and worse they tranquilise them before killing them. Now they have a client with them and seem intent on killing the nursing mountain lion in the local surroundings. When she finds the older man dead everyone assumes that the mountain lion did the killing but she, her father and the sheriff think it is an animal on two legs. Sending the young girl back to safety the two sisters work on finding out what really happened. Can they clear their father and the mountain lion?
July 5, 2018
Arc Review Cat Got Your Corpse by Louise Lynn
Book 6 in the Hazel Hart series
This is the latest book in the series featuring photographer Hazel Hart, whose preference is wildlife photography just like her father who is a celebrated national Geographic photographer. Let mne say from the outset that after reading only a couple of chapters it was clear that this book is perfectly timed.
There have been numerous articles in the international media, including social media, about the vile "hobby" of hunting endangered soeciues, especially in Africa, just for fun, having photos taken with the dead bodies or part thereof, and then shipping the heads (msinlky) back to be diudpkayed on a walk as a very sick trophy. The one involving Cecil the lion made international headlines and forced the perpetrator into hiding, the one in yesterdays papers of a young white United States of Anerican female by the side of the dead body of an endangered black giraffe nearly caused me to throw up, and it can only be hoped that she is recognised, named and shamed and forced to face up to the reality of her vile hobby of needless death.
Sorry for the rant but if the killing of Cecil failed to stop these people, as evidenced by the photo in the press (sorry but not fake news either) then if more writers at least ensure that these actions are in the public eye the better. America has its fair share if endangered animals and an equal number of hunters wanting to bve the one to gfrsb fame by killing the last of a species.
The book starts with an idyllic camping holiday, idyllic that is for Hazel and her father plus the inevitable and invaluable Anthony Rae, black cat extrordinaire. Less so for her sister Esther who is no fan of camping in the wilderness although her 8 year old daughter is enthusiastic. On the first day they meet a surly ranger who gives off conflicting vibes, a group of hunters led by one similar to the one guilty of killing Cecil the lion, though the list of his crimes is vast and involves drugging elephants to enable him to safely kill one without being killed himself and a mother cheetah and cubs. As there have been reports of as mother mountain lion (cougar) with her cub (a protected and rare species in their own right) this last causes suspicion amongst those present. Then there is the odd one out, a young woman who sees auras, is accused by the ranger of protests as yet unnamed or explained, and of course the beautiful wilderness.
As an experienced and longstanding wildlife photographer Hazel's father is able to explain many interesting facts about animals to be found in the local national park, as well as why the are protected and their likely behaviour should they come accidentally into contact with humans. However it doesn't take long for Anthony Rae to show off his unusual talent, which quickly causes a conflict between a ranger wanting to write it off as an accident, the sheriff who, backed by Hazel's father, says it's the opposite, the companions who want to kill the supposed perpetrator and Esther who just wants to go home to safety. As is only to be expected this leads to a list of suspects but is it complete? Just because someone has left doesn't mean they can't return, and just as in the best closed circle of suspects books (Ngaio Marsh, Margery Allingham, Agatha Christie, Dorothy Sayers) things are never as they seem. Red herrings galore and motives any right minded person would agree with, what more could any reader ask for?
This book is better than any of the previous ones, the writer just gets better and better with each book. The ending was a total surprise and as an added extra gives interesting insight into the world of professional sponsorships and hunting. Well worth reading and it has been published at a time when the subject matter is once again in the world press. Great timing, great plotting, fabulous subject matter, very well written. Should be on everybody's reading list for the subject matter alone, an unbeatable story is a winning extra.
Book 6 in the Hazel Hart series
This is the latest book in the series featuring photographer Hazel Hart, whose preference is wildlife photography just like her father who is a celebrated national Geographic photographer. Let mne say from the outset that after reading only a couple of chapters it was clear that this book is perfectly timed.
There have been numerous articles in the international media, including social media, about the vile "hobby" of hunting endangered soeciues, especially in Africa, just for fun, having photos taken with the dead bodies or part thereof, and then shipping the heads (msinlky) back to be diudpkayed on a walk as a very sick trophy. The one involving Cecil the lion made international headlines and forced the perpetrator into hiding, the one in yesterdays papers of a young white United States of Anerican female by the side of the dead body of an endangered black giraffe nearly caused me to throw up, and it can only be hoped that she is recognised, named and shamed and forced to face up to the reality of her vile hobby of needless death.
Sorry for the rant but if the killing of Cecil failed to stop these people, as evidenced by the photo in the press (sorry but not fake news either) then if more writers at least ensure that these actions are in the public eye the better. America has its fair share if endangered animals and an equal number of hunters wanting to bve the one to gfrsb fame by killing the last of a species.
The book starts with an idyllic camping holiday, idyllic that is for Hazel and her father plus the inevitable and invaluable Anthony Rae, black cat extrordinaire. Less so for her sister Esther who is no fan of camping in the wilderness although her 8 year old daughter is enthusiastic. On the first day they meet a surly ranger who gives off conflicting vibes, a group of hunters led by one similar to the one guilty of killing Cecil the lion, though the list of his crimes is vast and involves drugging elephants to enable him to safely kill one without being killed himself and a mother cheetah and cubs. As there have been reports of as mother mountain lion (cougar) with her cub (a protected and rare species in their own right) this last causes suspicion amongst those present. Then there is the odd one out, a young woman who sees auras, is accused by the ranger of protests as yet unnamed or explained, and of course the beautiful wilderness.
As an experienced and longstanding wildlife photographer Hazel's father is able to explain many interesting facts about animals to be found in the local national park, as well as why the are protected and their likely behaviour should they come accidentally into contact with humans. However it doesn't take long for Anthony Rae to show off his unusual talent, which quickly causes a conflict between a ranger wanting to write it off as an accident, the sheriff who, backed by Hazel's father, says it's the opposite, the companions who want to kill the supposed perpetrator and Esther who just wants to go home to safety. As is only to be expected this leads to a list of suspects but is it complete? Just because someone has left doesn't mean they can't return, and just as in the best closed circle of suspects books (Ngaio Marsh, Margery Allingham, Agatha Christie, Dorothy Sayers) things are never as they seem. Red herrings galore and motives any right minded person would agree with, what more could any reader ask for?
This book is better than any of the previous ones, the writer just gets better and better with each book. The ending was a total surprise and as an added extra gives interesting insight into the world of professional sponsorships and hunting. Well worth reading and it has been published at a time when the subject matter is once again in the world press. Great timing, great plotting, fabulous subject matter, very well written. Should be on everybody's reading list for the subject matter alone, an unbeatable story is a winning extra.
July 4, 2018
I just finished this latest book in the Hazel Hart Cozy Mystery Series. This time Hazel Hart with her cat Anthony Ray, her sister Esther with her daughter Ruth, and their world-famous photographer dad Edgar Hart all go camping in a remote campsite in the Sierras. It’s supposed to be a week long camping trip, similar to the many trips Hazel and her father took in the past since Hazel was a child. Early on, Esther had been invited but had always refused. Hazel has persuaded Esther to go on this trip and Esther believes it would be a good way to spend more time with her daughter. Esther is concerned that working so many hours at her shop is affecting her relationship with her daughter, especially when she finds out the kinds of shows she is enjoying with Esther’s mother. A main them in this book involves learning more about the family dynamics between Esther and Hazel as well as Esther and her father.
Of course this camping trip does not start or end the way it was supposed to. Not long after the four of them have set up camp, another party comes into the campground. This party is led by a big game hunter, his daughter and their client. Hazel’s father had written a scathing article about this hunter’s illegal poaching activities of endangered animals in Africa, without actually using his name. So of course tempers flare immediately between the two men and Hazel’s dad threatens to kill him. So naturally this hunter is found dead the following day.
The death is made to look like a mountain lion attack. Hazel calls Sheriff Colton Cross, her boyfriend, as she suspects human treachery rather than an animal attack.
Meanwhile the Federal Park Ranger is upset by Hazel calling in the local sheriff as she believes the death is under her jurisdiction. She also believes it is a mountain lion attack. Hazel points out some of what she has observed to Colton and he agrees the death is suspicious. Hazel’s dad is called in to give his opinion since he is an expert on animal behavior from his extensive experience in photographing animals.
His opinion along with the sheriffs decision to treat the death as a homicide does not sit well with either the hunter’s daughter, who wants to hunt and kill the mountain lion she believes is responsible for the death, or the ranger who has her own reasons for wanting the death to be an animal kill.
The hunter’s daughter then accuses Hazel’s dad of the crime, and is also making a play for Colton.
To further complicate the matter, another person camping in the area, Abby, is a young animal rights activist who is also a vegan. She is very opposed to the hunters presence.
After Hazel and Edgar return to their campsite following their observations of the murder scene, they discover that her mother along with Colton’s niece Violet have joined the group for a picnic. After eating it is decided that Hazel and Esther’s Mom will take both Violet and Ruth back to town. Esther agrees to stay and help Hazel solve the murder. This is taking Esther out of her comfort zone but she knows it is the right thing to do.
There are plenty of twists and turns in this story and several people could be the murderer. It’s up to Hazel, Esther, and Anthony Ray to solve the case as Colton is busy in town. He does leave several deputies to guard the crime scene. The dramatic scene that reveals the murderer is full of action and is quite satisfying. I also enjoyed the book’s ending as it shows just how far Esther has grown.
I highly recommend this book. I was fortunate to receive an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Of course this camping trip does not start or end the way it was supposed to. Not long after the four of them have set up camp, another party comes into the campground. This party is led by a big game hunter, his daughter and their client. Hazel’s father had written a scathing article about this hunter’s illegal poaching activities of endangered animals in Africa, without actually using his name. So of course tempers flare immediately between the two men and Hazel’s dad threatens to kill him. So naturally this hunter is found dead the following day.
The death is made to look like a mountain lion attack. Hazel calls Sheriff Colton Cross, her boyfriend, as she suspects human treachery rather than an animal attack.
Meanwhile the Federal Park Ranger is upset by Hazel calling in the local sheriff as she believes the death is under her jurisdiction. She also believes it is a mountain lion attack. Hazel points out some of what she has observed to Colton and he agrees the death is suspicious. Hazel’s dad is called in to give his opinion since he is an expert on animal behavior from his extensive experience in photographing animals.
His opinion along with the sheriffs decision to treat the death as a homicide does not sit well with either the hunter’s daughter, who wants to hunt and kill the mountain lion she believes is responsible for the death, or the ranger who has her own reasons for wanting the death to be an animal kill.
The hunter’s daughter then accuses Hazel’s dad of the crime, and is also making a play for Colton.
To further complicate the matter, another person camping in the area, Abby, is a young animal rights activist who is also a vegan. She is very opposed to the hunters presence.
After Hazel and Edgar return to their campsite following their observations of the murder scene, they discover that her mother along with Colton’s niece Violet have joined the group for a picnic. After eating it is decided that Hazel and Esther’s Mom will take both Violet and Ruth back to town. Esther agrees to stay and help Hazel solve the murder. This is taking Esther out of her comfort zone but she knows it is the right thing to do.
There are plenty of twists and turns in this story and several people could be the murderer. It’s up to Hazel, Esther, and Anthony Ray to solve the case as Colton is busy in town. He does leave several deputies to guard the crime scene. The dramatic scene that reveals the murderer is full of action and is quite satisfying. I also enjoyed the book’s ending as it shows just how far Esther has grown.
I highly recommend this book. I was fortunate to receive an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 9, 2018
In this book, Hazel is ready for some down time so she and her sister Esther go on a camping trip with their dad. Esther has never been the outdoorsy, adventurous type, so when she worries something might go wrong, Hazel reassures her that it's just a camping trip. What could possibly go wrong? What, indeed. Well, never tempt fate, eh? Hazel stumbles over the body of one of their obnoxious camping neighbors, a notorious big game hunter who seems to be setting up for an illegal kill instead of simply enjoying the state park's beauty. The man's death was made to look like he had been mauled by a mountain lion, but Hazel thinks it was murder. Since Hazel's dad is the prime suspect, Hazel calls in her boyfriend, the Sheriff. The rest of the story had me guessing from chapter to chapter about who really did the nasty deed. A nice, surprising twist to the ending finished it up quite satisfactorily.
What I like best about cozies is their focus on characterization. And in the Hazel Hart series, I really like all the characters. I love getting to know them through the various books. In 'Cat Got Your Corpse' I particularly appreciated that Louise Lynn paid more attention than she has in previous books to Hazel's sister and father. Family dynamics were an important factor in this book. There was the terribly dysfunctional example of the big game hunter and his spawn as opposed to the fairly normal problems in Hazel's family. Hazel, Esther, and their father seemed to work out some relationship issues. I love when that happens. And Lynn made it feel real. I'm looking forward to future books to see how this family gets along.
I received an advance copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. I enjoyed it immensely. I'm going to go get the books I've missed and spend some quality time with my new friendly neighbors. What a great way to spend the summer.
What I like best about cozies is their focus on characterization. And in the Hazel Hart series, I really like all the characters. I love getting to know them through the various books. In 'Cat Got Your Corpse' I particularly appreciated that Louise Lynn paid more attention than she has in previous books to Hazel's sister and father. Family dynamics were an important factor in this book. There was the terribly dysfunctional example of the big game hunter and his spawn as opposed to the fairly normal problems in Hazel's family. Hazel, Esther, and their father seemed to work out some relationship issues. I love when that happens. And Lynn made it feel real. I'm looking forward to future books to see how this family gets along.
I received an advance copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. I enjoyed it immensely. I'm going to go get the books I've missed and spend some quality time with my new friendly neighbors. What a great way to spend the summer.
July 4, 2018
It's that time of the year for photographer Hazel and her father, a world famous National Geographic photographer, to go on a camping trip in order to spend quality time together while getting lots of wildlife pics. But, as usual, Hazel just seems to have a way of stumbling into problems!
When Hazel's sister Esther hesitates to come as well as bring her daughter Ruth because "something could go wrong", Hazel blithely replies "It's a camping trip. What could possibly go wrong?" Oh, boy, was that the wrong question because the answer is that they'll find a body - that of a famous big game trophy hunter.
The hunter's daughter accuses Hazel and Ethel's father of the murder! Regrettably, Hazel's father had reason to despise the hunter and had publicly voiced his displeasure and then hit the guy! As Hazel and Ethel work to prove their father's innocence, other suspects do come to the fore. Of course, it's Hazel's trusty sidekick, the leash-walking, fluffy black cat Anthony Ray that uncovers the clue that points to the killer!
When Hazel's sister Esther hesitates to come as well as bring her daughter Ruth because "something could go wrong", Hazel blithely replies "It's a camping trip. What could possibly go wrong?" Oh, boy, was that the wrong question because the answer is that they'll find a body - that of a famous big game trophy hunter.
The hunter's daughter accuses Hazel and Ethel's father of the murder! Regrettably, Hazel's father had reason to despise the hunter and had publicly voiced his displeasure and then hit the guy! As Hazel and Ethel work to prove their father's innocence, other suspects do come to the fore. Of course, it's Hazel's trusty sidekick, the leash-walking, fluffy black cat Anthony Ray that uncovers the clue that points to the killer!
July 29, 2018
I received this book as an ARC and happily review and recommend. In this sixth book of the series we find Hazel Hart, her dad, her sister, and niece headed for a camping adventure. Hazel and her dad are professional photographers and have spent years bonding over their love of photographing nature while her sister Esther has always felt left out and turned to baking and all things indoors. This time however, Ester and her daughter, Ruth, are going to rough it to be with Hazel and their dad and grandfather. When they get to the camping site they run across a despicable hunter who has crossed paths with Edgar Hart before. Edgar vowed he'd kill Cliff Crawford if they ever met again.
I'm enjoying this cozy mystery series as Ms. Lynn is able to develop her characters through each story. I also appreciate the intricacies of family connection and the development of other relationships Ms Lynn is able to work through the stories. In other words I like and connect with this dysfunctional family!
I'm enjoying this cozy mystery series as Ms. Lynn is able to develop her characters through each story. I also appreciate the intricacies of family connection and the development of other relationships Ms Lynn is able to work through the stories. In other words I like and connect with this dysfunctional family!
June 30, 2018
Cat Got Your Corpse by Louise Lynn is the sixth book in A Hazel Hart Cozy Mystery series but as all previous installments can be read as a stand alone.
When Hazel and her father go for an annual camping trip all she wants is to enjoy their time together and take some fabulous photographs of the local wide life.
However her plans change when she discovers a dead body of a hunter. Even though it looks like the work of mountin lion very soon her father is accused of being the killer.
Hazel is rusing to solve the mystery and exonerate her dad.
Standardly well written and cleverly ploted. I always enjoy coming back to the misadventures of Hazel and her unconventional sidekicks.
I especially appreciate how close knit little community is and how they always support one another.
The story has a nice flow and is just the right length.
This will be another treat for all Hazel's fans, both old and new.
When Hazel and her father go for an annual camping trip all she wants is to enjoy their time together and take some fabulous photographs of the local wide life.
However her plans change when she discovers a dead body of a hunter. Even though it looks like the work of mountin lion very soon her father is accused of being the killer.
Hazel is rusing to solve the mystery and exonerate her dad.
Standardly well written and cleverly ploted. I always enjoy coming back to the misadventures of Hazel and her unconventional sidekicks.
I especially appreciate how close knit little community is and how they always support one another.
The story has a nice flow and is just the right length.
This will be another treat for all Hazel's fans, both old and new.
July 9, 2018
Hazel has finally convinced her sister Esther to join her and her dad on a camping trip tradition. What was supposed to be an opportunity to relax, take nature walks, and photograph the local wildlife turns into another murder investigation. How would have thought that they would stumble across the dead body of a big game hunter?!
Hazel and her cat Anthony Ray are on the case when the death is made to look like a mountain lion attack but is really a murder in disguise. This time fingers are pointed to Hazel’s dad as he had a fight with the game hunter less than 24 hours before he was found dead.
The book was full of lots of twists and turns with more than its fair share of suspects. Just when you thought the clues pointed to one individual, the next set of clues point to yet another. This is another great cozy mystery read as part of the Hazel Hart Cozy Mystery series.
Hazel and her cat Anthony Ray are on the case when the death is made to look like a mountain lion attack but is really a murder in disguise. This time fingers are pointed to Hazel’s dad as he had a fight with the game hunter less than 24 hours before he was found dead.
The book was full of lots of twists and turns with more than its fair share of suspects. Just when you thought the clues pointed to one individual, the next set of clues point to yet another. This is another great cozy mystery read as part of the Hazel Hart Cozy Mystery series.
June 30, 2018
Wow! I read this in one day. Even better was that I got fooled and did not figure out who did it. None of my theories worked for this book. Going to have to reexamine my theories. Admitted it that we read mysteries to see if we can get the puzzle. Not figuring it out too soon or getting stumped is a good mystery.
There is one character in this book that I really did not like. Nicely written. I would have strangled them if real most likely. So that says to me that the characters are believable.
This series is getting better and better. When is the next one coming out. Definitely an author to follow and read if you like fast moving , easy to read, mysteries, especially cozy mysteries.
I did receive this book as an ARC and this is my honest and freely given review.
There is one character in this book that I really did not like. Nicely written. I would have strangled them if real most likely. So that says to me that the characters are believable.
This series is getting better and better. When is the next one coming out. Definitely an author to follow and read if you like fast moving , easy to read, mysteries, especially cozy mysteries.
I did receive this book as an ARC and this is my honest and freely given review.
July 11, 2018
This is a slight but satisfying mystery set mostly on a National Park campground in the Sierras. Much as I enjoy small town mysteries, it's a refreshing change to get out into the great outdoors! When a notorious big game hunter appears to have been killed by a mountain lion, is it poetic justice or cleverly disguised murder? Photographer Hazel Hart is obliged to use her crime-scene skills and act as the Sheriff's secret weapon in uncovering the truth, as much to protect the mountain lion and her cubs as anything. So much for family vacation time! Once again her clever cat ferrets out useful clues and a photograph helps to trap the murderer. Some of the characters are rather extreme, but I liked the way everything slotted together and enjoyed the emphasis on the animals.
October 13, 2019
Man nor beast
Hazel & her dad pick up their tradition of a summer camping trip. This time Esther & her daughter, Ruth, tag along. But when they run into Cliff Crawford whom Edgar outed as a big game poacher several years earlier and his daughter Summer, Edgar loses his temper. Threatening Crawford who laughs at him, the Harts go deep in the mountains to camp. Only the Crawfords and their client are camping nearby as is a vegan activist against hunting, April. When Crawford is found dead, propped up on a tree bloody, the ranger swears it's a mountain lion attack. But it's found to be murder and Edgar Hart may be the prime subject. However he's not the only one sith a possible motive.
Hazel & her dad pick up their tradition of a summer camping trip. This time Esther & her daughter, Ruth, tag along. But when they run into Cliff Crawford whom Edgar outed as a big game poacher several years earlier and his daughter Summer, Edgar loses his temper. Threatening Crawford who laughs at him, the Harts go deep in the mountains to camp. Only the Crawfords and their client are camping nearby as is a vegan activist against hunting, April. When Crawford is found dead, propped up on a tree bloody, the ranger swears it's a mountain lion attack. But it's found to be murder and Edgar Hart may be the prime subject. However he's not the only one sith a possible motive.
July 4, 2018
I really love this series and this boom is one of the best so far! The story kept me guessing until the end who the killer was and the characters are like old friends, comfortable and fun.
Hazel and her dad have an annual camping trip during the summer when he’s in town. This year her sister and niece are joining them. Of course nothing goes as planned and one night into their trip another camper is murdered. When Hazel calls her boyfriend the Sheriff, the park ranger insists it’s not murder but an attack by a wild animal, and things go downhill from there. While Colton goes back to town to deal with other problems, he leaves Hazel to investigate and some deputies for backup.
I received an arc of this book and voluntarily provided a review.
Hazel and her dad have an annual camping trip during the summer when he’s in town. This year her sister and niece are joining them. Of course nothing goes as planned and one night into their trip another camper is murdered. When Hazel calls her boyfriend the Sheriff, the park ranger insists it’s not murder but an attack by a wild animal, and things go downhill from there. While Colton goes back to town to deal with other problems, he leaves Hazel to investigate and some deputies for backup.
I received an arc of this book and voluntarily provided a review.
July 4, 2018
This is the 6th in the series. In this one the main character ,Hazel, is going camping with her dad and this time her sister and niece are coming along. They love to go to the camping site that are way back in the national forest. Her sister Esther has never gone camping at all so we already know this is going to be fun. Then the people in the next site turn out to be a big game hunter, poacher and his daughter. Of course, he ends up dead by morning and the daughter claims it must be Hazel's dad. Now Hazel has to figure out what happened with the help of her sister before they arrest her dad. Great book. Had me guessing till the end.
July 4, 2018
Cat Got Your Corpse by Louise Lynn is the sixth book in A Hazel Hart Cozy Mystery series but can be read as a standalone.
It’s Hazel and her father’s annual camping trip. Hazel finds a dead body and quickly determines it is not a killing by wildlife but murder. Colton writes it off as an accidental death. Hazel investigates because if it isn’t an accidental death, the prime suspect will be her father as he had words with the poacher before his death.
Lots of twists and turns, great writing, and good plot.
I received an Advanced Reader’s Copy from the author and these are my own opinions.
It’s Hazel and her father’s annual camping trip. Hazel finds a dead body and quickly determines it is not a killing by wildlife but murder. Colton writes it off as an accidental death. Hazel investigates because if it isn’t an accidental death, the prime suspect will be her father as he had words with the poacher before his death.
Lots of twists and turns, great writing, and good plot.
I received an Advanced Reader’s Copy from the author and these are my own opinions.
July 3, 2018
Hazel and her dad have convinced Esther, and with much less convincing, her daughter Ruth to go camping with them. While at the campsite her dad recognizes a famous poacher from his days as a National Geographic photographer. He threatens the poacher and takes a swing at him. The next morning, the man is dead, and it was made to look like a wild animal was the culprit.
Hazel of course investigates to make certain her dad remains innocent.
Another fun story from the mountainous area around Cedar Valley.
Hazel of course investigates to make certain her dad remains innocent.
Another fun story from the mountainous area around Cedar Valley.
July 5, 2018
It’s not that I couldn’t put this book down; it’s that I didn’t want to. The combination of the campsite setting and the characters, some who we’re normal and some who were quirky, kept me interested and entertained. Plus it was not easy trying to figure out who did it. Every time I thought I knew, a new suspect would arise (and there were a few) and leave me wondering. Cat Got Your Corpse is terrific!
July 18, 2018
I really enjoyed this book! First, I love that it can be read as a stand alone with no cliffhangers. I loved the characters and the way they all interacted with one another. I absolutely adore Anthony Ray, the kitty in this delightful mystery series! This book kept me guessing right up to the end. If you are looking for a delightful mystery, don't hesitate to pick up a copy. You won't be disappointed!
July 5, 2018
I thought it was about time for Hazel and Esther to have a heart to heart conversation and clear the air in regards to their father. Colton definitely had his hands full with trying to be in two places at once with this latest murder. I loved the suspects in this story.
'I received an ARC of this book and voluntarily reviewed it.'
'I received an ARC of this book and voluntarily reviewed it.'
July 5, 2018
A very good cozy mystery. It will leave you very surprised who the murderer is. When a poacher meets the end, who would be the most likely murderer? A great wildlife photographer who exposed him, a very active activist or ???? You won’t be disappointed in this easy to read mystery. I would definately recommend this book and the whole series if you haven’t read it yet.
I received this book as an arc and was most definitely happy to leave a review.
I received this book as an arc and was most definitely happy to leave a review.
December 10, 2018
Just as good as the other books in the series, easy read and a nice and cozy mystery. Good characters and good flow. Get it and read it!
July 5, 2018
Another amazing Hazel Hart mystery. With her Dad back home, Hazel just wants to relax, and go camping. Obviously things don’t happen that way. Enjoyable story as always.
July 5, 2018
It is sad that our wildlife is under threat by money these days!
A camping trip turns into a murder trip when Hazel takes a few days off
A well written story with sad echos for those of us in Africa
A camping trip turns into a murder trip when Hazel takes a few days off
A well written story with sad echos for those of us in Africa
July 5, 2018
Brilliant
Another good storyline that had you guessing right till the end. Looking forward to the next book in this series.
Another good storyline that had you guessing right till the end. Looking forward to the next book in this series.
July 23, 2018
Must read mystery
This series is like coming home to family and friends. The mysteries are in unique settings but the characters are so familiar and lovable, you can’t wait for the next book or homecoming. Each book just gets better.
This series is like coming home to family and friends. The mysteries are in unique settings but the characters are so familiar and lovable, you can’t wait for the next book or homecoming. Each book just gets better.
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