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Gourmet Cat Mystery #2
The Trouble with Truth
Things are looking up for single mom Colbie Summers. After relocating back to her California hometown with her adolescent son and taste-testing feline, Trouble, she’s ready to take her gourmet cat food company to the next level. Until helping a teenager gets Colbie mixed up in a fresh case of murder…
Trying to balance her hectic family life with her growing business—including a coveted contract with the local organic food store—leaves Colbie scrambling to keep all her balls in the air. But when a Sunnyside resident is found dead in his garage, she takes on a new harboring a suspected killer.
The eighteen-year-old murder suspect, a former foster kid and Colbie’s part-time chef, had a powerful motive to snuff out the high-profile businessman. The real question is, who didn’t? Sifting through the victim’s sordid history unearths a cat’s cradle of crimes, including money laundering and abuse. Now, to clear an innocent girl’s name, Colbie must sniff out the truth before a killer who smells trouble goes on the attack again.
Trying to balance her hectic family life with her growing business—including a coveted contract with the local organic food store—leaves Colbie scrambling to keep all her balls in the air. But when a Sunnyside resident is found dead in his garage, she takes on a new harboring a suspected killer.
The eighteen-year-old murder suspect, a former foster kid and Colbie’s part-time chef, had a powerful motive to snuff out the high-profile businessman. The real question is, who didn’t? Sifting through the victim’s sordid history unearths a cat’s cradle of crimes, including money laundering and abuse. Now, to clear an innocent girl’s name, Colbie must sniff out the truth before a killer who smells trouble goes on the attack again.
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Published August 28, 2018
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July 29, 2018
The Trouble with Truth by Kathy Krevat is the second book in the cozy Gourmet Cat Mystery series. Each book in the series contains it’s own mystery and could be read as a standalone but with most cozy series there will be come character building carrying over book to book.
In the first book of the series single mom Colbie Summers had packed up her twelve year old son and their cat, Trouble, and moved back to Sunnyside, CA. Colbie’s father had taken ill so she needed to be closer to him and decided she could move her gourmet cat food business to Sunnyside and continue to work from there.
Now with her business growing and looking to sign a contract to expand even further the last thing Colbie needed was another murder in Sunnyside. Unfortunately for Colbie that is exactly what happened when a body is found and her eighteen year old part time chef is accused of the murder so Colbie of course needs to find out just what happened and clear her name.
Jumping back into the Gourmet Cat Mystery series I will have to admit it took me a good minute or two to remember the characters and setting of this series. Not really a good sign for a reader to struggle with familiarity but once going I did enjoy Colbie, her family and Trouble the cat but they seem to miss that extra spark to make them really stand out to me in the crowded cozy genre. The mystery is solid though and while I wouldn’t say this will be an absolute favorite in the genre I did enjoy the book and will probably continue on in the series.
I received an advance copy from the publisher via NetGalley.
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In the first book of the series single mom Colbie Summers had packed up her twelve year old son and their cat, Trouble, and moved back to Sunnyside, CA. Colbie’s father had taken ill so she needed to be closer to him and decided she could move her gourmet cat food business to Sunnyside and continue to work from there.
Now with her business growing and looking to sign a contract to expand even further the last thing Colbie needed was another murder in Sunnyside. Unfortunately for Colbie that is exactly what happened when a body is found and her eighteen year old part time chef is accused of the murder so Colbie of course needs to find out just what happened and clear her name.
Jumping back into the Gourmet Cat Mystery series I will have to admit it took me a good minute or two to remember the characters and setting of this series. Not really a good sign for a reader to struggle with familiarity but once going I did enjoy Colbie, her family and Trouble the cat but they seem to miss that extra spark to make them really stand out to me in the crowded cozy genre. The mystery is solid though and while I wouldn’t say this will be an absolute favorite in the genre I did enjoy the book and will probably continue on in the series.
I received an advance copy from the publisher via NetGalley.
For more reviews please visit https://carriesbookreviews.com/
September 16, 2018
The Gourmet Cat Mystery series continues with book two -- The Trouble With Truth. Colbie Summers continues to work hard to build her organic cat food company. She lives in Sunnyside, CA with her son Elliott and her kitty cat, Trouble. In the first book, she moved home to help her father, Hank, who is ill. In this second mystery, problems arise when one of her employees becomes a suspect in the death of her former foster father, Dennis Franklin. Colbie knows Mira didn't kill the man, despite the abuse she endured at his hands. Suddenly she's not only juggling her sick father and a quickly growing business, but also a murder investigation.
I enjoyed this book. The background theme is interesting....and I like the characters. The mystery was relatively simple, but engaging. It made for an afternoon of relaxed, enjoyable reading. I like Colbie as a main character. She is intelligent and driven to help those around her. She really went to bad for her 18-year old employee, believing in her when very few others did. The mystery progressed at a nice pace with plenty of suspects. The background theme didn't overpower the mystery, but just added some flavor to it.
This is an enjoyable cozy series. I will definitely continue reading!
**I voluntarily read a review copy of this book from Kensington via NetGalley. All opinions expressed are entirely my own.**
I enjoyed this book. The background theme is interesting....and I like the characters. The mystery was relatively simple, but engaging. It made for an afternoon of relaxed, enjoyable reading. I like Colbie as a main character. She is intelligent and driven to help those around her. She really went to bad for her 18-year old employee, believing in her when very few others did. The mystery progressed at a nice pace with plenty of suspects. The background theme didn't overpower the mystery, but just added some flavor to it.
This is an enjoyable cozy series. I will definitely continue reading!
**I voluntarily read a review copy of this book from Kensington via NetGalley. All opinions expressed are entirely my own.**
September 1, 2018
Dollycas’s Thoughts
Colbie Summer’s gourmet cat food business is really taking off. She is planning for the big day when her products debut at a local organic food chain. She has even hired a new part-time chef. Eighteen-year-old Mira Bellamy grew up in the foster system and was abused. She is trying to make enough money to purchase a car and go to college. Not only is she working for Colbie, she has 3 other jobs too. She has also written a play about her life in foster care and received an award to have it produced.
On the homefront, Colbie’s son Elliot gets a surprise when his father, Richard Winston III, decides he does want to meet his son after all. Both mother and son are nervous about what this can mean.
Then Mira’s foster dad is murdered and because of her play, Mira is the police’s prime suspect. The truth hurts but Colbie knows that Mira is not a killer. While handling everything else, Colbie starts asking questions. Questions that make the real murderer burning mad and Detective Norma Chiron nervous about the target she has put on herself.
In this second installment, Colbie and Elliot have settled into her father’s house and they are all getting along so well. Colbie’s budding romance is growing too. The character that stole my heart was Mira. Life after being aged out of the foster system is hard but Mira has goals and is working so hard to reach them. Her play is amazing and it translated onto the pages and into my mind perfectly. I applaud the author for making this part of this story. Shining a light on the bad and the good, without hitting readers over the head or getting too dark.
The mystery part of the story really was well-written and believable. The victim had a number of people that could have killed him. Colbie’s actions had me engaged and scared for her at times. Twists sent the story in many different directions before the real culprit was revealed.
I really enjoy the way the author has let her characters develop but still has left them room to grow. The story is well balanced with the drama of the mystery and drama of normal family life. Humor was added in all the right places thanks to Trouble the cat and a certain bunny rabbit.
Ms. Krevat has written a very entertaining story. I am looking forward to visiting these characters again.
Colbie Summer’s gourmet cat food business is really taking off. She is planning for the big day when her products debut at a local organic food chain. She has even hired a new part-time chef. Eighteen-year-old Mira Bellamy grew up in the foster system and was abused. She is trying to make enough money to purchase a car and go to college. Not only is she working for Colbie, she has 3 other jobs too. She has also written a play about her life in foster care and received an award to have it produced.
On the homefront, Colbie’s son Elliot gets a surprise when his father, Richard Winston III, decides he does want to meet his son after all. Both mother and son are nervous about what this can mean.
Then Mira’s foster dad is murdered and because of her play, Mira is the police’s prime suspect. The truth hurts but Colbie knows that Mira is not a killer. While handling everything else, Colbie starts asking questions. Questions that make the real murderer burning mad and Detective Norma Chiron nervous about the target she has put on herself.
In this second installment, Colbie and Elliot have settled into her father’s house and they are all getting along so well. Colbie’s budding romance is growing too. The character that stole my heart was Mira. Life after being aged out of the foster system is hard but Mira has goals and is working so hard to reach them. Her play is amazing and it translated onto the pages and into my mind perfectly. I applaud the author for making this part of this story. Shining a light on the bad and the good, without hitting readers over the head or getting too dark.
The mystery part of the story really was well-written and believable. The victim had a number of people that could have killed him. Colbie’s actions had me engaged and scared for her at times. Twists sent the story in many different directions before the real culprit was revealed.
I really enjoy the way the author has let her characters develop but still has left them room to grow. The story is well balanced with the drama of the mystery and drama of normal family life. Humor was added in all the right places thanks to Trouble the cat and a certain bunny rabbit.
Ms. Krevat has written a very entertaining story. I am looking forward to visiting these characters again.
August 30, 2018
The Trouble With Truth
Gourmet Cat Mystery, Book #2
Kathy Krevat
5 Stars
Synopsis:
Things are looking up for single mom Colbie Summers. After relocating back to her California hometown with her adolescent son and taste-testing feline, Trouble, she’s ready to take her gourmet cat food company to the next level. Until helping a teenager gets Colbie mixed up in a fresh case of murder…
Trying to balance her hectic family life with her growing business—including a coveted contract with the local organic food store—leaves Colbie scrambling to keep all her balls in the air. But when a Sunnyside resident is found dead in his garage, she takes on a new role: harboring a suspected killer.
The eighteen-year-old murder suspect, a former foster kid and Colbie’s part-time chef, had a powerful motive to snuff out the high-profile businessman. The real question is, who didn’t? Sifting through the victim’s sordid history unearths a cat’s cradle of crimes, including money laundering and abuse. Now, to clear an innocent girl’s name, Colbie must sniff out the truth before a killer who smells trouble goes on the attack again. (Goodreads)
Review:
The characters are well rounded and well developed. I really enjoy the family dynamics of Colbie, her son Elliott and her dad. They love each other and enjoy spending time together and their interactions are believable. I always like when the protagonist is a mom, that makes them more relatable to me. The secondary characters added a lot to the story, especially Tod, her agoraphobic friend.
The author is very talented in her descriptive writing and that kept me engaged throughout the entire book. I felt like I was right there in Sunnyside, watching all of the action unfold. The writing style flows smoothly and the book is an easy read. It allowed me to know the characters through their actions and words.
The mystery was well plotted and carried on well throughout the entire book. There were enough clues to sift through and suspects to consider and it was not easily solved.
I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a well crafted cozy mystery. With engaging characters, an enticing setting and an intriguing mystery, this book is a winner.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book provided by the publisher, Kensington Books, and NetGalley, which I greatly appreciate.
Gourmet Cat Mystery, Book #2
Kathy Krevat
5 Stars
Synopsis:
Things are looking up for single mom Colbie Summers. After relocating back to her California hometown with her adolescent son and taste-testing feline, Trouble, she’s ready to take her gourmet cat food company to the next level. Until helping a teenager gets Colbie mixed up in a fresh case of murder…
Trying to balance her hectic family life with her growing business—including a coveted contract with the local organic food store—leaves Colbie scrambling to keep all her balls in the air. But when a Sunnyside resident is found dead in his garage, she takes on a new role: harboring a suspected killer.
The eighteen-year-old murder suspect, a former foster kid and Colbie’s part-time chef, had a powerful motive to snuff out the high-profile businessman. The real question is, who didn’t? Sifting through the victim’s sordid history unearths a cat’s cradle of crimes, including money laundering and abuse. Now, to clear an innocent girl’s name, Colbie must sniff out the truth before a killer who smells trouble goes on the attack again. (Goodreads)
Review:
The characters are well rounded and well developed. I really enjoy the family dynamics of Colbie, her son Elliott and her dad. They love each other and enjoy spending time together and their interactions are believable. I always like when the protagonist is a mom, that makes them more relatable to me. The secondary characters added a lot to the story, especially Tod, her agoraphobic friend.
The author is very talented in her descriptive writing and that kept me engaged throughout the entire book. I felt like I was right there in Sunnyside, watching all of the action unfold. The writing style flows smoothly and the book is an easy read. It allowed me to know the characters through their actions and words.
The mystery was well plotted and carried on well throughout the entire book. There were enough clues to sift through and suspects to consider and it was not easily solved.
I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a well crafted cozy mystery. With engaging characters, an enticing setting and an intriguing mystery, this book is a winner.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book provided by the publisher, Kensington Books, and NetGalley, which I greatly appreciate.
August 29, 2018
I really loved this second book in the series so much I could barely put it down. Just like the first one, it was well-written and plotted. The story moved along at a good pace, not too slow or fast. I always like that everything gets wrapped up at the end and good explanations are always given, especially since Colbie and Det. Norma are friends.
Since Colbie's cat food was accepted into a chain of stores, she had to step up production and had hired an 18-year-old girl named Mira, who had grown out of foster care. Mira had written a play about the abuse she and others had experienced while in foster care. Then the guy who was one of her foster dads turned up murdered, and the police had no choice but to think it was her. Everyone was asking Colbie to look into it since she had helped solve a murder a couple of months ago. When another body turned up and some vandalism was done against Colbie, she figured the killer must be feeling threatened. The showdown was great, and Mira got to be hero of the day.
I was glad to see that Quincy Powell returned to the story. He's officially an investor in Meowio cat food and rents out a nice larger commercial kitchen to Colbie for a good rate. He's the kind of amazing friend that every small business would be very lucky to have. His PR person, Indigo, was an interesting character. She made sure the biz was posted, tweeted and televised to ensure Colbie's success. I'm still on the fence about Richard. I hope he doesn't try to get Colbie back in his life, just Elliott. I like Colbie and Joss together, even their kids approve of the match!
Everything was wrapped up nicely, even with Elliott and his estranged dad who was now interested in being part of his boy's life, but not in an intrusive way since he had a baby of his own on the way. Colbie had started officially dating Joss and Hank was dating his neighbor Annie (which was so cute). The cat food biz was booming too. I can hardly wait for the next book!
Since Colbie's cat food was accepted into a chain of stores, she had to step up production and had hired an 18-year-old girl named Mira, who had grown out of foster care. Mira had written a play about the abuse she and others had experienced while in foster care. Then the guy who was one of her foster dads turned up murdered, and the police had no choice but to think it was her. Everyone was asking Colbie to look into it since she had helped solve a murder a couple of months ago. When another body turned up and some vandalism was done against Colbie, she figured the killer must be feeling threatened. The showdown was great, and Mira got to be hero of the day.
I was glad to see that Quincy Powell returned to the story. He's officially an investor in Meowio cat food and rents out a nice larger commercial kitchen to Colbie for a good rate. He's the kind of amazing friend that every small business would be very lucky to have. His PR person, Indigo, was an interesting character. She made sure the biz was posted, tweeted and televised to ensure Colbie's success. I'm still on the fence about Richard. I hope he doesn't try to get Colbie back in his life, just Elliott. I like Colbie and Joss together, even their kids approve of the match!
Everything was wrapped up nicely, even with Elliott and his estranged dad who was now interested in being part of his boy's life, but not in an intrusive way since he had a baby of his own on the way. Colbie had started officially dating Joss and Hank was dating his neighbor Annie (which was so cute). The cat food biz was booming too. I can hardly wait for the next book!
August 27, 2018
The 2nd book of the Gourmet Cat mysteries is light and relaxing. Colbie Summers is getting ready for
a huge push to advertise her food in an event called Take your cat to the store. A strange man appears at her door. Colbie is dismayed to recognize Sam biological father. He wants to meet his son and wants to be part of his life. An employee Mira is in trouble as her serrated is found murdered in one of her foster father's construction sites. Colbie and best friend Lana explore the events that happen looking g to prove innocence. Colbie is annoyed that rabbit keeps returning her garden and feasting on the strawberries. TROUBLE antics add to the story. These themes are brought together for a cohesive tale. I highly recommend this book and series
DISCLOSURE: Many Thanks to Lyrical Underground for a review copy. The opinions expressed are my own.
a huge push to advertise her food in an event called Take your cat to the store. A strange man appears at her door. Colbie is dismayed to recognize Sam biological father. He wants to meet his son and wants to be part of his life. An employee Mira is in trouble as her serrated is found murdered in one of her foster father's construction sites. Colbie and best friend Lana explore the events that happen looking g to prove innocence. Colbie is annoyed that rabbit keeps returning her garden and feasting on the strawberries. TROUBLE antics add to the story. These themes are brought together for a cohesive tale. I highly recommend this book and series
DISCLOSURE: Many Thanks to Lyrical Underground for a review copy. The opinions expressed are my own.
August 31, 2018
The Trouble with Truth by Kathy Krevat is A Gourmet Cat Mystery. Colbie Summers lives in Sunnyside, California with her twelve year old son, Elliott along with her father, Hank and Trouble, the cat. Colbie is getting ready for her cat food line, Meowia Batali Gourmet Cat Food to launch at Twomey’s Health Food stores. Her part-time employee, Mira recently won a contest for the play she wrote based on her life in foster care. It is being produced by the Playwrights Project at The Old Globe Theater in Balboa Park. Mira’s former foster family, The Franklin’s are less than thrilled and threaten Mira. Colbie gets a late night call from Lani Nakano, her best friend and social worker. Mira needs their help. Dennis Franklin is dead, and the police are looking for Mira. Colbie knows Mira did not harm Franklin and sets out to prove the young woman’s innocence.
The Trouble with Truth is written in a conversational writing style that makes for an easy to read book. While this is the second book in A Gourmet Cat Mystery series, it can stand on its own. The author provides Colbie’s background story and a quick summary of what occurred in The Trouble with Murder. I enjoy Colbie’s interactions with Trouble. Colbie talks with her cat as many pet owners do especially when no one else is around. We get to experience Colbie’s everyday activities (cooking, laundry, shopping) as she takes care of her son, spends time with her father, manages her cat food business, and enjoys time with her friends. Colbie questions a variety of people in her quest to clear Mira’s name. She needs to work on her questioning technique since she lacks subtlety. There are a couple of suspects and a red herring. I thought the killer stood out like muddy pawprints on a white blouse. There was another element to the mystery, though, that may surprise readers. I like Detective Norma Chiron. She is friendly detective who listens to Colbie. At the same time, she does warn her to be careful and not get involved (knowing she will not listen). While getting ready to launch her cat food at Twomey’s and working to solve the murder, Elliott’s father makes an appearance. He has decided to be involved in Elliott’s life and Colbie worries that Richard will try for custody. The story started to resemble a telenovela with the added family drama. I would like to see Colbie have more of a presence. She is lacking in personality and comes across as bland at times. My rating for The Trouble with Truth is 3 out of 5 stars. The Trouble with Truth is a cute cozy cat mystery that will have you chuckling at Trouble’s antics.
The Trouble with Truth is written in a conversational writing style that makes for an easy to read book. While this is the second book in A Gourmet Cat Mystery series, it can stand on its own. The author provides Colbie’s background story and a quick summary of what occurred in The Trouble with Murder. I enjoy Colbie’s interactions with Trouble. Colbie talks with her cat as many pet owners do especially when no one else is around. We get to experience Colbie’s everyday activities (cooking, laundry, shopping) as she takes care of her son, spends time with her father, manages her cat food business, and enjoys time with her friends. Colbie questions a variety of people in her quest to clear Mira’s name. She needs to work on her questioning technique since she lacks subtlety. There are a couple of suspects and a red herring. I thought the killer stood out like muddy pawprints on a white blouse. There was another element to the mystery, though, that may surprise readers. I like Detective Norma Chiron. She is friendly detective who listens to Colbie. At the same time, she does warn her to be careful and not get involved (knowing she will not listen). While getting ready to launch her cat food at Twomey’s and working to solve the murder, Elliott’s father makes an appearance. He has decided to be involved in Elliott’s life and Colbie worries that Richard will try for custody. The story started to resemble a telenovela with the added family drama. I would like to see Colbie have more of a presence. She is lacking in personality and comes across as bland at times. My rating for The Trouble with Truth is 3 out of 5 stars. The Trouble with Truth is a cute cozy cat mystery that will have you chuckling at Trouble’s antics.
September 14, 2018
Trouble is a large handsome ginger cat who lives with a lady who makes her own gourmet brand of catfood. Could a cat get luckier?
Colbie Summers is a single mother with a growing son, who moved back to her hometown Sunnyside in California. She has a supportive family, but recently resolved a crime in the area and the notoriety won't leave her. Hence her employee and friend Mira asks for Colbie's help when someone Mira knows is found dead.
Mira turns out to have had a troubled upbringing in foster care, and she wrote a play based on her early life; her foster family are less than pleased even if names have been changed. The dead man wasn't popular and Mira is sure she'll be a suspect.
Meanwhile work has to continue at the organic petfood Miaowio processing plant, and the problems spill over into Colbie's daily life. Not the least abashed, ginger Trouble gets himself an invite onto a San Diego talk show.
This 'Gourmet Cat Mystery' is ideal for readers who like cosy crime tales with a darker edge, and while the cat is very much part of the scene, he doesn't sniff out clues. The first book in the series is called The Trouble With Murder.
I downloaded an e-ARC from Net Galley and Fresh Fiction. This is an unbiased review.
Colbie Summers is a single mother with a growing son, who moved back to her hometown Sunnyside in California. She has a supportive family, but recently resolved a crime in the area and the notoriety won't leave her. Hence her employee and friend Mira asks for Colbie's help when someone Mira knows is found dead.
Mira turns out to have had a troubled upbringing in foster care, and she wrote a play based on her early life; her foster family are less than pleased even if names have been changed. The dead man wasn't popular and Mira is sure she'll be a suspect.
Meanwhile work has to continue at the organic petfood Miaowio processing plant, and the problems spill over into Colbie's daily life. Not the least abashed, ginger Trouble gets himself an invite onto a San Diego talk show.
This 'Gourmet Cat Mystery' is ideal for readers who like cosy crime tales with a darker edge, and while the cat is very much part of the scene, he doesn't sniff out clues. The first book in the series is called The Trouble With Murder.
I downloaded an e-ARC from Net Galley and Fresh Fiction. This is an unbiased review.
September 10, 2018
Color Summers and her son, Elliott, have returned to San Diego and are living with Colbie's once estranged father. Things are developing nicely. Her gourmet cat food company is negotiating to get inside of a grocery chain, instead of just selling at local farmers markets. Othings get more complicated when her employee is under suspicion of murder. All in all this is light pleasant cozy with engaging characters and mystery. I will definitely read more of this series.
Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.
Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.
August 17, 2018
Colbie Summers's life is a balancing act of single parenthood, business owner, friend, love interest, and daughter. She is dedicated to her family and friends, she is also ready to help out in any way she can. She also likes to play amateur sleuth. Mira Bellamy is finally seeing success in her life, she has become an award-winning play writer. She has beaten the foster care system and come out better, she is working multiple jobs to save money to be able to better herself. Her life takes a turn for the worst when Dennis Franklin's family is not happy with her play and then he ends up murdered and she becomes the prime suspect.
The story is written in first person narrative told by Colbie. There are an excellent character and storyline development. The author has used good story elements in order to create a logical storyline with excellent twists and conclusions.
Yes, I would recommend this book. It has an excellent writing style and you feel for the characters. The storyline has a good amount of real life thrown in and does not seem like it is completely fictional. It would be good for anyone interested in mystery stories or looking to get into the genre.
The story is written in first person narrative told by Colbie. There are an excellent character and storyline development. The author has used good story elements in order to create a logical storyline with excellent twists and conclusions.
Yes, I would recommend this book. It has an excellent writing style and you feel for the characters. The storyline has a good amount of real life thrown in and does not seem like it is completely fictional. It would be good for anyone interested in mystery stories or looking to get into the genre.
August 30, 2018
The Trouble with Truth by Kathy Krevat is the 2nd book in the Gourmet Cat Mystery series, and a great addition. Colbie, her 12 year old son, and their cat, Trouble, return to California to care for her sick father, and have decided to stay. Colbie makes gourmet cat food with the help of her part time worker, Mira, a former foster kid. When a person is found dead, after arguing with Mira, she become a suspect, and Colbie is determined to solve the mystery. The book is full of twists and turns, that kept me reading until the end. I am looking forward to the next book in the series. Well written with developed characters, I recommend this book for cozy book lovers.
I received this book from Netgalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.
I received this book from Netgalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.
July 10, 2018
The Trouble with Truth is the second book in Kathy Krevat’s Gourmet Cat Mystery series. The storyline is well plotted, the characters are well developed and relatable, and it’s filled with humor. Not only is there and intriguing mystery, but a strong message about the importance of natural and chosen family and friends. It also addresses the important issue of the plights suffered by foster children, both in the system and once they’ve aged out of the system. Twists and turns, plus plenty of plausible suspects, keep the reader engaged. I look forward to reading the next instalment in this series.
Colbie Summers and her twelve year old son, Elliott, who is an aspiring actor, and their cat, Trouble, have settled in with her dad in her small hometown of Sunnyside, California and her dad has recovered from severe bouts of pneumonia. Months ago, Elliott contacted his biological father, Richard Winston III, and asked to meet him. Richard, who broke Elliott’s heart when he replied that he didn’t want to have a relationship with him, shows up unannounced at their home claiming someone else was responsible for that reply. Colbie met her dad’s neighbor, Joss, a certified organic vegetable farmer who also raises chickens, when she escorted Charlie, his doorbell ringing chicken, home; and their relationship is heating up. Trouble was the inspiration for Meowio Batali Gourmet Cat Food, Colbie’s organic cat food business. Things are going well for her business; she’s landed a contract to supply organic cat food to Twomey’s Health Food Stores in the San Diego area and has hired people to help her prepare the cat food. Eighteen-year-old Mira Bellamy is a former foster child who was abused, works four part time jobs while saving money to buy a car so she can attend college, and has written an award winning play about her experiences as a foster child. Colbie is one of her employers and is present when Mira is threatened by two of her ex-foster brothers, Rocky and Will Franklin, and their mother, Sybil, who warn her to stop the play. When her former foster father, Dennis Franklin, is murdered, Mira immediately becomes a person of interest. Colbie, who helped solve a previous murder, and her best friend Lani, set out to prove Mira is innocent. Colbie shares their findings with Detective Norma Chiron, who isn’t happy that Colbie is asking questions and messing with her investigation, but welcomes the information they uncover.
I received an Advance Reader Copy of this book from NetGalley and voluntarily reviewed it.
Colbie Summers and her twelve year old son, Elliott, who is an aspiring actor, and their cat, Trouble, have settled in with her dad in her small hometown of Sunnyside, California and her dad has recovered from severe bouts of pneumonia. Months ago, Elliott contacted his biological father, Richard Winston III, and asked to meet him. Richard, who broke Elliott’s heart when he replied that he didn’t want to have a relationship with him, shows up unannounced at their home claiming someone else was responsible for that reply. Colbie met her dad’s neighbor, Joss, a certified organic vegetable farmer who also raises chickens, when she escorted Charlie, his doorbell ringing chicken, home; and their relationship is heating up. Trouble was the inspiration for Meowio Batali Gourmet Cat Food, Colbie’s organic cat food business. Things are going well for her business; she’s landed a contract to supply organic cat food to Twomey’s Health Food Stores in the San Diego area and has hired people to help her prepare the cat food. Eighteen-year-old Mira Bellamy is a former foster child who was abused, works four part time jobs while saving money to buy a car so she can attend college, and has written an award winning play about her experiences as a foster child. Colbie is one of her employers and is present when Mira is threatened by two of her ex-foster brothers, Rocky and Will Franklin, and their mother, Sybil, who warn her to stop the play. When her former foster father, Dennis Franklin, is murdered, Mira immediately becomes a person of interest. Colbie, who helped solve a previous murder, and her best friend Lani, set out to prove Mira is innocent. Colbie shares their findings with Detective Norma Chiron, who isn’t happy that Colbie is asking questions and messing with her investigation, but welcomes the information they uncover.
I received an Advance Reader Copy of this book from NetGalley and voluntarily reviewed it.
August 19, 2018
THE TROUBLE WITH TRUTH by Kathy Krevat is a great addition to a darling series! In this second book in the Gourmet Cat Mysteries, the reader finds Colbie Summers expanding her gourmet cat food company and has hired additional personnel. One of the newly hired teenagers working for her comes from an abusive foster family situation and is eventually accused of murdering her abuser. Kudos to Ms. Krevat for weaving a heartbreaking social issue (that is often hidden away from the public) into an entertaining story with a deft hand. I appreciate that she also highlights what is right with the system and not just the dark side. To balance the somber issues, the author intersperses humor and lightheartedness via Colbie’s cat, Trouble, along with a doorbell ringing chicken and a strawberry-stealing rabbit. While a seemingly odd concoction of animals, each steals the scenes they are in and are adorable additions to the story. The reader also gets to see more of Colbie’s young teenaged son, who is struggling to connect with his newly found father. Ms. Krevat provides emotional scenes to connect the reader with her characters.
The murdered victim is an unsympathetic character with many suspects who were happy to see him dead, including Colbie’s employee. This provides the need for a lot of clues to help narrow down the field until the culprit is identified, and the author does so at an even pace. Each chapter is well plotted and I was kept guessing until the chilling finale and reveal!
I was provided an advance copy via Netgalley with the hopes I would review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
The murdered victim is an unsympathetic character with many suspects who were happy to see him dead, including Colbie’s employee. This provides the need for a lot of clues to help narrow down the field until the culprit is identified, and the author does so at an even pace. Each chapter is well plotted and I was kept guessing until the chilling finale and reveal!
I was provided an advance copy via Netgalley with the hopes I would review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
October 3, 2018
Well, the series title - Gourmet Cat Mystery - had me intrigued from the start, so I couldn’t resist giving this book a go. It turns out that the Gourmet Cat aspect relates to a Gourmet cat food company run by single Mum, Colbie Summers. She and her adolescent son, Elliott, have returned to her hometown, Sunnyside, initially to help look after her father but she found she could move her business there, too, so she did. One of the people working for her is Mira Bellamy, who grew up in a variety of foster homes but is now eighteen and has written a play about her childhood experiences that received an award and is being produced - to the chagrin and annoyance of at least one of the foster families she lived with. When the father of that family is found murdered, Mira is the key suspect. However, Colbie believes Mira is innocent and sets out to clear her name, uncovering secrets, danger and other crimes in the process.
I found this a delightful easy read with plenty of suspects in this cosy mystery. There are plenty of other things going off in the life of Colbie - including a surprise visit from Elliott’s father! Trouble, Colbie’s cat, is another key character, one who had me smiling at some of his antics! The mystery is well written and engaging, dramatic yet also humorous with a plenty of twists and turns to keep the reader guessing in an entertaining read. I hadn’t read anything by this author before but I’ll be looking out for more by her in future.
I requested and was given a copy of this book, via NetGalley. This is my honest review of the book after choosing to read it.
I found this a delightful easy read with plenty of suspects in this cosy mystery. There are plenty of other things going off in the life of Colbie - including a surprise visit from Elliott’s father! Trouble, Colbie’s cat, is another key character, one who had me smiling at some of his antics! The mystery is well written and engaging, dramatic yet also humorous with a plenty of twists and turns to keep the reader guessing in an entertaining read. I hadn’t read anything by this author before but I’ll be looking out for more by her in future.
I requested and was given a copy of this book, via NetGalley. This is my honest review of the book after choosing to read it.
July 13, 2018
This second book in the Gourmet Cat Mystery series was very entertaining. It was a quick read for me because I was so engaged with the characters, the plot and the mystery. There was always something happening but not too much that the reader becomes distracted. I think the characters are developing nicely and there is a diverse cast, including Trouble. The mystery will keep you on your toes and just like the first book, Colbie is called on to help solve this mystery to clear someone she considers family. There are plenty of suspects but Colbie just has to follow the right trail and keep herself safe. I think fans of the first book will be happy with this second installment. I am looking forward to more to come from this author and series.
I voluntarily read an advanced reader copy provided to me by the publisher through Netgalley.
I voluntarily read an advanced reader copy provided to me by the publisher through Netgalley.
May 31, 2019
The Trouble with Truth, the second book in the Gourmet Cat Mystery series was a good as The Trouble with Murder and I love that book. I love cozy mysteries that are a bit different from the norm but still have the humor and great community that has brought so many people to love the genre. While you do not have to be a cat lover to enjoy this series, I believe that cat lovers will fall for Trouble and her family. I can't wait to read book number three, The Trouble with Trouble!
August 25, 2018
I very much enjoyed this second in series, which has exceeded my expectations. There is wit and humor, as I anticipated from the cover art, and there are also real-world problems, very well-defined, likable, loyal characters, and a challenging mystery. And, of course, the orange-colored tabby, Trouble! It is Trouble who sends Colbie, her person, on her current career path that is becoming successful.
Colbie and her twelve-year-old son Elliott had moved to her father’s in Sunnyside, California, earlier in the year. The three have begun to bond into a close family of three.
Colbie is now a cat food chef. Trouble was a tiny kitten with digestive problems when they found each other, and she could only safely eat what Colbie made for her. Her friends learned about the high-quality food Colbie makes and began to buy it from her. Her business is growing, including sharing a commercial kitchen, canning, and experimenting with new flavors. Colbie also won a contract to provide a San Diego health food grocer which will now add Meowio Batali Gourmet Cat Food to their shelves. The release day celebration is imminent; she and Trouble will go from store to store giving samples to cat owners.
Mira is one of Colbie’s kitchen staff and one of Trouble’s favorite people. She was in foster care since she was 12, running away from her last placement at 15. Mira now has four part-time jobs and shares a place with three girls; she is saving for a car, then for business school. Mira won a statewide playwriting contest. She wrote a play that shows what being a foster child is like, based on the lives of other fosters she has met or lived with. Her former foster brothers and mother show up at the kitchen, making threats to Mira if the play is staged as written. Her foster father is a very wealthy, prestigious builder, and people assume the play is written about them. Within hours Mira’s foster father is found murdered, and the police are searching her room and looking for her as their suspect. Colbie knows Mira would never kill anyone but does not want to get involved in solving another murder.
The focus of the story is not only the murder, even though it is significant. Loyalty to friends and family are important, even when Mira is accused of murder. Even when Elliott’s father shows up to meet him, and Colbie has to swallow her fears. Even when some of the product needed for Meowio’s launch has been damaged. I had considered the real killer at one time, but couldn’t figure out a motive. Plot twists stir up the winning plays being acted on stage, the launch of Meowio, and the suspect list, and I was surprised at the outcome. No loose ends remained, and I was very pleased. I highly recommend this cozy mystery, and series, especially to cozy mystery lovers who enjoy cats.
From a grateful heart: I received an e-arc of this from the publisher through NetGalley, and this is my honest review.
Colbie and her twelve-year-old son Elliott had moved to her father’s in Sunnyside, California, earlier in the year. The three have begun to bond into a close family of three.
Colbie is now a cat food chef. Trouble was a tiny kitten with digestive problems when they found each other, and she could only safely eat what Colbie made for her. Her friends learned about the high-quality food Colbie makes and began to buy it from her. Her business is growing, including sharing a commercial kitchen, canning, and experimenting with new flavors. Colbie also won a contract to provide a San Diego health food grocer which will now add Meowio Batali Gourmet Cat Food to their shelves. The release day celebration is imminent; she and Trouble will go from store to store giving samples to cat owners.
Mira is one of Colbie’s kitchen staff and one of Trouble’s favorite people. She was in foster care since she was 12, running away from her last placement at 15. Mira now has four part-time jobs and shares a place with three girls; she is saving for a car, then for business school. Mira won a statewide playwriting contest. She wrote a play that shows what being a foster child is like, based on the lives of other fosters she has met or lived with. Her former foster brothers and mother show up at the kitchen, making threats to Mira if the play is staged as written. Her foster father is a very wealthy, prestigious builder, and people assume the play is written about them. Within hours Mira’s foster father is found murdered, and the police are searching her room and looking for her as their suspect. Colbie knows Mira would never kill anyone but does not want to get involved in solving another murder.
The focus of the story is not only the murder, even though it is significant. Loyalty to friends and family are important, even when Mira is accused of murder. Even when Elliott’s father shows up to meet him, and Colbie has to swallow her fears. Even when some of the product needed for Meowio’s launch has been damaged. I had considered the real killer at one time, but couldn’t figure out a motive. Plot twists stir up the winning plays being acted on stage, the launch of Meowio, and the suspect list, and I was surprised at the outcome. No loose ends remained, and I was very pleased. I highly recommend this cozy mystery, and series, especially to cozy mystery lovers who enjoy cats.
From a grateful heart: I received an e-arc of this from the publisher through NetGalley, and this is my honest review.
June 26, 2018
As a cat lover I’m always drawn to mysteries which include a scene stealing feline. Naturally I picked up a copy of The Trouble with Truth. Single mom Colbie Summers is working to make her cat food company a success, but when Mira, a friend and employee, comes under suspicion for murder Colbie once again endeavors to find a killer. With the help of friends and family and the occasional tidbit she can glean from her detective friend Norma, Colbie sets a trap for an enterprising killer.
The Trouble with Truth addresses a topic not often discussed - the abuse of foster children. It’s often assumed being placed in an affluent home is better, but abusers come from all income levels. The more money present, the easier it is to hide wrongdoing from prying eyes. Mira’s play based on her experiences and those of other foster kids is causing unwanted attention to be drawn to her former family. The last thing they want is for the truth to come to light. The abuse of children, employees and others by those corrupted by money and power is a recurring thematic element. That isn’t to say there aren’t those who use their influence to help others, but that there are many lacking empathy and understanding who are willing to hurt anyone in order to get what they want.
The Trouble with Truth makes the reader care about Colbie, Mira and her friends. On the other hand, the victim is so detestable that it is easy to see why many would be glad to see him dead. As well as trying to solve a murder, Colbie is working to protect her family, both natural and chosen.
4 / 5
I received a copy of The Trouble with Truth from the publisher and Netgalley.com in exchange for an honest review.
— Crittermom
The Trouble with Truth addresses a topic not often discussed - the abuse of foster children. It’s often assumed being placed in an affluent home is better, but abusers come from all income levels. The more money present, the easier it is to hide wrongdoing from prying eyes. Mira’s play based on her experiences and those of other foster kids is causing unwanted attention to be drawn to her former family. The last thing they want is for the truth to come to light. The abuse of children, employees and others by those corrupted by money and power is a recurring thematic element. That isn’t to say there aren’t those who use their influence to help others, but that there are many lacking empathy and understanding who are willing to hurt anyone in order to get what they want.
The Trouble with Truth makes the reader care about Colbie, Mira and her friends. On the other hand, the victim is so detestable that it is easy to see why many would be glad to see him dead. As well as trying to solve a murder, Colbie is working to protect her family, both natural and chosen.
4 / 5
I received a copy of The Trouble with Truth from the publisher and Netgalley.com in exchange for an honest review.
— Crittermom
September 3, 2018
Princess Fuzzypants here: This is an enjoyable series with an awesome titular character in Trouble, a sassy red tabby girl like me. I adore her dialogue which just adds so much fun to the story. Colbie’s new gourmet healthy cat food business is starting to take off. If it had not been for Trouble and her iffy tummy, Colbie would have never begun experimenting with recipes which led to the formation of her business. Behind every successful woman is a cat.
Colbie and Trouble have the biggest break on the horizon when one of Colbie’s employees is suspected of murdering her former foster father. This guy is despicable so there is no shortage of folks who might want to do him wrong. But Colbie, feels compelled to help the girl even to the detriment of her “big chance”. I like Colbie. She has turned some challenging times into a good life for herself and her son. She comes precariously close to being dumb in her investigations despite becoming a friend of the police woman in charge of the case. If she was not such a likeable character she might have tipped over the line. But thanks to her many good attributes and of course Trouble, I can forgive her for ignoring obvious danger.
I also like the three family side stories that are interwoven in the story. There is the toxic and disfuntional family of the victim. There is Colbie’s own immediate family and the relationships they have with their neighbours . And finally there is the absentee father who shows up in her son’s life and now wants to connect with the son he ignored. With all the diverse dynamics going on, it is a good thing Trouble is there to keep the humans sorted.
In fact, I would love more Trouble in the stories and many more comments dripping with catitude.
I give it four purrs and two paws up.
Colbie and Trouble have the biggest break on the horizon when one of Colbie’s employees is suspected of murdering her former foster father. This guy is despicable so there is no shortage of folks who might want to do him wrong. But Colbie, feels compelled to help the girl even to the detriment of her “big chance”. I like Colbie. She has turned some challenging times into a good life for herself and her son. She comes precariously close to being dumb in her investigations despite becoming a friend of the police woman in charge of the case. If she was not such a likeable character she might have tipped over the line. But thanks to her many good attributes and of course Trouble, I can forgive her for ignoring obvious danger.
I also like the three family side stories that are interwoven in the story. There is the toxic and disfuntional family of the victim. There is Colbie’s own immediate family and the relationships they have with their neighbours . And finally there is the absentee father who shows up in her son’s life and now wants to connect with the son he ignored. With all the diverse dynamics going on, it is a good thing Trouble is there to keep the humans sorted.
In fact, I would love more Trouble in the stories and many more comments dripping with catitude.
I give it four purrs and two paws up.
August 6, 2018
Colbie Summers is preparing to launch Meowio Gourmet Cat Food at Twomey’s, a local health food chain, featuring guest appearances by Cat Chef Trouble during the stores’ Take Your Cat to Shop Day. Mira, one of Colbie’s part time workers, is attacked by members of her former foster family. Mira has written play that is being produced locally. The play is about growing up in the foster care system and the Franklin family believes it is all about them.
The next day Dennis Franklin is found dead at one of his building sites and Mira becomes an immediate suspect. Colbie pleads with Mira to speak with the police but Mira hides instead, leaving Colbie to find the murderer. Meanwhile, Colbie and her 12-year-old son Elliott are surprised when Elliott’s father drops by to introduce himself, announcing he wants to have a relationship with the son he’s never met.
So, Colbie must: manage production of enough Meowio for the all-day event at seven stores along with the schedule for Cat Chef Trouble to appear and pose for pictures; support Elliott’s desire to spend time with his Dad; and figure out who really killed Dennis Franklin and why.
Once again author Kathy Krevat has pulled together an intriguing read with lots of moving parts, good humor and an uncanny ability to keep it all on track. To find out just how well The Trouble with Truth turns out, pick it up for an entertaining afternoon read.
The next day Dennis Franklin is found dead at one of his building sites and Mira becomes an immediate suspect. Colbie pleads with Mira to speak with the police but Mira hides instead, leaving Colbie to find the murderer. Meanwhile, Colbie and her 12-year-old son Elliott are surprised when Elliott’s father drops by to introduce himself, announcing he wants to have a relationship with the son he’s never met.
So, Colbie must: manage production of enough Meowio for the all-day event at seven stores along with the schedule for Cat Chef Trouble to appear and pose for pictures; support Elliott’s desire to spend time with his Dad; and figure out who really killed Dennis Franklin and why.
Once again author Kathy Krevat has pulled together an intriguing read with lots of moving parts, good humor and an uncanny ability to keep it all on track. To find out just how well The Trouble with Truth turns out, pick it up for an entertaining afternoon read.
August 11, 2018
The Trouble with Truth is the second in the Gourmet Cat Mystery series by Kathy Krevat. I liked that this story revolved more around solving the mystery and dealing with Colbie’s everyday life of raising a teen that doesn’t know his father but is working towards knowing him. It also deals with her startup pet food business. It also deals with the foster system to some extent and families that take in foster children. Needless to say, not all foster families are like the one portrayed in this story.
The circumstances in the story can be overbearing but the author uses humor to diffuse the severity of this topic and getting acquainted with a parent.
The story is well thought out, the characters show growth, and there is plenty of potential for this series.
Colbie’s part time worker is a prime suspect for the murder of her foster father. Colbie and friends try to prove the young woman did not kill the developer.
I think the amateur sleuth takes way too many chances with her safety since she is a single mother.
I received an Advanced Reader’s Copy from Netgalley and Lyrical Underground and these are my own opinions.
The circumstances in the story can be overbearing but the author uses humor to diffuse the severity of this topic and getting acquainted with a parent.
The story is well thought out, the characters show growth, and there is plenty of potential for this series.
Colbie’s part time worker is a prime suspect for the murder of her foster father. Colbie and friends try to prove the young woman did not kill the developer.
I think the amateur sleuth takes way too many chances with her safety since she is a single mother.
I received an Advanced Reader’s Copy from Netgalley and Lyrical Underground and these are my own opinions.
May 29, 2019
Colbie Summers is the owner of Meowio Batali gourmet, organic cat food. She is also the mother of Elliot, who is a 12 year old who wants to be a theatrical star.
Colbie started her cat good business when her cat, Trouble, had digestive problems. The business has grown and she now has a great contract with a San Diego based store. Her product is set to launch with a big splash, including lots of media coverage.
While she is going busy (and slightly crazy with work), a murder occurs for which one of her part time employees is targeted as the murderer. Colbie is called on to figure out the murder because her friend needs help.
Colbie also spends time with her son, father and her new boyfriend, Joss, the chicken farmer from down the road.
The story is funny but has, at the heart of it, a story about emotion abuse of children. That part is handled delicately and with a great voice.
While the book can be read stand-alone, I recommend reading the books in the series in order. That way you can follow the growth of characters and their relationships with one another.
Colbie started her cat good business when her cat, Trouble, had digestive problems. The business has grown and she now has a great contract with a San Diego based store. Her product is set to launch with a big splash, including lots of media coverage.
While she is going busy (and slightly crazy with work), a murder occurs for which one of her part time employees is targeted as the murderer. Colbie is called on to figure out the murder because her friend needs help.
Colbie also spends time with her son, father and her new boyfriend, Joss, the chicken farmer from down the road.
The story is funny but has, at the heart of it, a story about emotion abuse of children. That part is handled delicately and with a great voice.
While the book can be read stand-alone, I recommend reading the books in the series in order. That way you can follow the growth of characters and their relationships with one another.
September 9, 2018
Organic cat food creator, Colbie Summers and her mentor, Trouble, are busily preparing for their debut at a well known organic foods store. There is going to be a big opening and televised interviews, news interviews and who knows what else.
All is going splendidly until a murder happens and one of Colbie's employees is targeted as the killer. Colbie has a tender spot for Mira and just doesn't believe she cold kill anyone. Someone needs to look into this killing and Colbie's friends and family feel she is the one.
Meanwhile, Colbie's sons father re-enters their lives and changes are upon the horizon. There is also a mystery about a bunny with a birth marking that keeps attacking the Summer's new strawberry patch. Why?
This novel is filled with humor, good mysteries both gentle and serious, solid dialog and action. I look forward to reading more episodes about the Gourmet Cat and owners.
All is going splendidly until a murder happens and one of Colbie's employees is targeted as the killer. Colbie has a tender spot for Mira and just doesn't believe she cold kill anyone. Someone needs to look into this killing and Colbie's friends and family feel she is the one.
Meanwhile, Colbie's sons father re-enters their lives and changes are upon the horizon. There is also a mystery about a bunny with a birth marking that keeps attacking the Summer's new strawberry patch. Why?
This novel is filled with humor, good mysteries both gentle and serious, solid dialog and action. I look forward to reading more episodes about the Gourmet Cat and owners.
May 21, 2019
It's so easy to write a review when I find flaws in a series, and so much harder when I really love a series. I think the reason I'm liking this series so much is because I find myself really liking the people (characters). They seem like folks I'd enjoy knowing in real life. So many cozy series turn the law enforcement folks into barely competent caricatures. Even though the civilians help out, the LEO's come across as professionals. The setting is inviting, the plot is well constructed, minutia and rehashing are kept to a minimum which keeps the story moving along at a comfortable pace. And I love the cat!
I can't wait for the next book in the series.
I can't wait for the next book in the series.
June 28, 2018
This is a great cozy mystery and it was a lot of fun to read ,
The plot is great, the cast of characters very likeable and the mystery kept me guessing till the end.
I love the topic of abuse of children in forster system and the how the relationships amongst the characters were developed.
There's a lot of humanity and tenderness as well as humour and fun. Trouble the cat was lovely and the rabbit was a great addition.
I look forward to reading the next instalment in this series.
Highly recommended.
Many thanks to Kensington Books and Netgalley for this ARC.
The plot is great, the cast of characters very likeable and the mystery kept me guessing till the end.
I love the topic of abuse of children in forster system and the how the relationships amongst the characters were developed.
There's a lot of humanity and tenderness as well as humour and fun. Trouble the cat was lovely and the rabbit was a great addition.
I look forward to reading the next instalment in this series.
Highly recommended.
Many thanks to Kensington Books and Netgalley for this ARC.
August 17, 2018
Colbie hops in when her assistant Mira's former foster father Dennis is found murdered= and she's a suspect. This is classic cozy territory as Colbie, a single mom to Elliot (great kid, btw) and Trouble the cat, has a small business in a small town and a host of friends and family (love her dad). At the same time, Krevat has introduced a serious issue, that of the abuse of foster kids. Dennis was not a good guy, on many levels, and Mira is not the only one who wished him gone. Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC. This is a well plotted followup which you can read as a standalone.
August 28, 2018
This was a nice escape. Colbie is in the thick of things again. One of her young employees (a former foster care child) is a prime suspect for her former foster parent's death. These are fun, relaxing mysteries. The characters are quirky but nice, which is important for me. If I don't like the main characters, it's hard for me to like the book. The mystery was entertaining and there were plenty of suspects. I have read other books by this author and would read more.
NetGalley provided this book in exchange for my honest review.
NetGalley provided this book in exchange for my honest review.
August 30, 2018
The Trouble With Truth is the second in the Gourmet Cat Mystery series by Kathy Krevat. This is the first book I have read and Krevat did a great job getting new readers caught up.
The story has great flow and engaging characters. There is humor, a touch of romance, and plenty of twists and turns and you are kept guessing until the end. It is a easy to read cozy that will have you waiting for the next in the series.
I was given an ARC by NetGalley for an honest review.
The story has great flow and engaging characters. There is humor, a touch of romance, and plenty of twists and turns and you are kept guessing until the end. It is a easy to read cozy that will have you waiting for the next in the series.
I was given an ARC by NetGalley for an honest review.
October 27, 2018
Another great book in this series!! Colbie is preparing for Take Your Cat to Shop Day at the local Twomeys stores to promote her cat food. When her young employee is accused of murdering her former foster father, she steps up to investigate and clear Mira's name. Lots of fun and really enjoy Trouble the cat. I hope there will be more books in this series and I look forward to seeing what's next for Trouble and seeing Joss and Colbie's relationship grow.
August 21, 2018
An engaging and entertaining cozy mystery. Light reading with some heavy issues involved. A little action and a smidgen of romance. The cat and rabbit add humor and heart. Enjoyed the San Diego area setting. I look forward to reading the next one in this charming series. Thanks to the publisher for providing a copy via NetGalley.
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