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The Cat Who... #15
The Cat Who Went into the Closet
Qwill’s moved into the old Gage mansion—and the cats are on a treasure hunt. The house’s fifty closets are crammed with several generations of junk, and while Qwill investigates two recent deaths—those of the mansion’s former occupant and a local potato farmer—Koko investigates the contents of the closets. Qwill and the cats wind up unearthing some surprising skeletons—and bringing long-buried secrets to light...
276 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published January 1, 1993
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Lilian Jackson Braun
194 books1,718 followersLilian Jackson Braun was an American writer. She is well-known for her light-hearted series of The Cat Who... mystery novels. The Cat Who books center around the life of former newspaper reporter James Qwilleran, and his two Siamese cats, KoKo and Yum Yum in the fictitious small town of Pickax located in Moose County, "400 miles north of everywhere." Although never formally stated in the books, the towns, counties and lifestyles described in the series are generally accepted to be a modeled after Bad Axe, Michigan (located in the "Michigan Thumb") where she resided with her husband for many years until the mid 1980's. Many also believe that the culture and history of the Upper peninsula of Michigan are represented in the series as well, which is quite possible as it is indeed a fictitious location.
Lilian Jackson Braun began her writing career as a teenager, contributing sports poetry for the Detroit News. She later began working as an advertising copywriter for many of Detroit's department stores. After that stint, she worked at the Detroit Free Press as the "Good Living" editor for 30 years. She retired from the Free Press in 1978.
Between 1966 and 1968, she published three novels to critical acclaim: The Cat Who Could Read Backwards, The Cat Who Ate Danish Modern and The Cat Who Turned On and Off. In 1966, The New York Times labeled Braun, "the new detective of the year." The rising mystery author disappeared from the publishing scene for 18 years. The blame came from the fact that mystery novels were starting to focus on sex, violence, and foul language, and Braun's light-hearted books were not welcome in this new territory. It wasn't until 1986 that the Berkley Publishing Group reintroduced Braun to the public with the publication of an original paperback, The Cat Who Saw Red. Within two years, Berkeley released four new novels in paperback and reprinted the three mysteries from the sixties. Braun's series became an instant best seller once again. In January 2007 the twenty-ninth novel in the series, The Cat Who Had 60 Whiskers, was released in hardcover by the Penguin Group.
Not much was really known about Braun, as she prefered to keep her private life that way. For years, publishers have given inaccurate accounts of her year of birth, which has remained unknown until she openly acknowledged her age in an interview for the Detroit News in January 2005.
Lilian Jackson Braun began her writing career as a teenager, contributing sports poetry for the Detroit News. She later began working as an advertising copywriter for many of Detroit's department stores. After that stint, she worked at the Detroit Free Press as the "Good Living" editor for 30 years. She retired from the Free Press in 1978.
Between 1966 and 1968, she published three novels to critical acclaim: The Cat Who Could Read Backwards, The Cat Who Ate Danish Modern and The Cat Who Turned On and Off. In 1966, The New York Times labeled Braun, "the new detective of the year." The rising mystery author disappeared from the publishing scene for 18 years. The blame came from the fact that mystery novels were starting to focus on sex, violence, and foul language, and Braun's light-hearted books were not welcome in this new territory. It wasn't until 1986 that the Berkley Publishing Group reintroduced Braun to the public with the publication of an original paperback, The Cat Who Saw Red. Within two years, Berkeley released four new novels in paperback and reprinted the three mysteries from the sixties. Braun's series became an instant best seller once again. In January 2007 the twenty-ninth novel in the series, The Cat Who Had 60 Whiskers, was released in hardcover by the Penguin Group.
Not much was really known about Braun, as she prefered to keep her private life that way. For years, publishers have given inaccurate accounts of her year of birth, which has remained unknown until she openly acknowledged her age in an interview for the Detroit News in January 2005.
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September 14, 2019
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4 of 5 stars to the 15th book in the "Cat Who" cozy mystery series, The Cat Who Went into the Closet, written in 1993 by Lilian Jackson Braun. I found this to be one of the stronger books in this series, combining genealogy and great family dynamics within Pickax. When Qwill and the cats take a mini-trip to the Goodwinter and Gage mansion, they find themselves stirring up a little trouble in the Pickax. Uncovering information about the great fire from nearly 150 year before, the town has some secrets people wanted to keep hidden. It also shows the good and the bad about the two leading families who built Pickax over the years. If Qwill isn't careful, he'll find himself burning to the ground in another fire. What I love about this book is the true strength of the mystery the author built into the cozy story. There is a lot going on and it involves many great town members and historical settings. If you've never read the series, and only want 1 or 2, give this one a chance. If you enjoy the series but stopped because there were too many (~30), give this one a try -- it's a good mystery this time.
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For those new to me or my reviews... here's the scoop: I read A LOT. I write A LOT. And now I blog A LOT. First the book review goes on Goodreads, and then I send it on over to my WordPress blog at https://thisismytruthnow.com, where you'll also find TV & Film reviews, the revealing and introspective 365 Daily Challenge and lots of blogging about places I've visited all over the world. And you can find all my social media profiles to get the details on the who/what/when/where and my pictures. Leave a comment and let me know what you think. Vote in the poll and ratings. Thanks for stopping by.
4 of 5 stars to the 15th book in the "Cat Who" cozy mystery series, The Cat Who Went into the Closet, written in 1993 by Lilian Jackson Braun. I found this to be one of the stronger books in this series, combining genealogy and great family dynamics within Pickax. When Qwill and the cats take a mini-trip to the Goodwinter and Gage mansion, they find themselves stirring up a little trouble in the Pickax. Uncovering information about the great fire from nearly 150 year before, the town has some secrets people wanted to keep hidden. It also shows the good and the bad about the two leading families who built Pickax over the years. If Qwill isn't careful, he'll find himself burning to the ground in another fire. What I love about this book is the true strength of the mystery the author built into the cozy story. There is a lot going on and it involves many great town members and historical settings. If you've never read the series, and only want 1 or 2, give this one a chance. If you enjoy the series but stopped because there were too many (~30), give this one a try -- it's a good mystery this time.
About Me
For those new to me or my reviews... here's the scoop: I read A LOT. I write A LOT. And now I blog A LOT. First the book review goes on Goodreads, and then I send it on over to my WordPress blog at https://thisismytruthnow.com, where you'll also find TV & Film reviews, the revealing and introspective 365 Daily Challenge and lots of blogging about places I've visited all over the world. And you can find all my social media profiles to get the details on the who/what/when/where and my pictures. Leave a comment and let me know what you think. Vote in the poll and ratings. Thanks for stopping by.
February 21, 2018
I just can't even with these books. Why do I love them so much? They are like the ultimate comfort food for me. They are like putting on a pair of slippers and eating a big bowl of Mac & cheese.
November 30, 2018
Another fun story featuring Koko and Yum Yum, the Siamese cats of Q. I liked the idea of the grandmother being involved in a drug ring, and of course Koko is awesome.
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February 21, 2025I have decided that though these seem to fit in the cozy mystery slot, Lilian Jackson Braun is actually caustically enabling Qwilleran’s curmudgeonly instincts by providing books full of sweet, golly-gee, stock rural characters as foils. And she wants us to dread the start of another jealousy-infused or ‘a bientôt’ conversation between Qwilleran and the insufferably prim Polly Duncan. I enjoy them a lot more with this perspective.
July 4, 2017
This is one of my favorite series and I am reading through it very slowly, because I don't want it to end. LJB was a great story teller and each book just builds on the last so well and the characters become the readers dear friends.
One of my favorite cat parts in this book is the time change in October and the fact that the cats do not accept breakfast being an hour late....I can relate to that so well with my 3 girls. Time change is a rough couple of weeks here.
One of my favorite cat parts in this book is the time change in October and the fact that the cats do not accept breakfast being an hour late....I can relate to that so well with my 3 girls. Time change is a rough couple of weeks here.
October 3, 2010
I finished up Lilian Jackson Braun's The Cat Who Went Into the Closet this weekend. When I looked it up I see that it is the 16th book in the series, a fact that surprised me because it just doesn't seem like I've read quite that many...maybe 10 or 11...but when I checked my database, sure enough, this is my 16th, with quite a few still left on the shelves. I often find these at the library bookstore and pick them up for just $1.00 so I always seem to have more of them to read.
The plot of this one was pretty straight forward, involving our protagonist Jim Qwilleran (Qwill) and his two siamese cats getting wrapped up with the suspicious death of his temporary landlord. He actually sets up a sting operation with another lady in a neighboring town to catch the bad guys and it is fun to see it all unfold. But it is not really the plot or the mystery itself that make these books fun for me. It is the nature of the protagonist's situation. In about book number 4, Qwill learns he has inherited the enormous Klingenschoen fortune as long as he agrees to live in the small town of Pickaxe in Moose County (up north somewhere, probably northern Michigan). He quickly decides being a billionaire is a nuisance so he sets up the Klingenschoen foundation which aids worthy causes in and around Moose county.
What a great life! Having no financial worries, and at age 50 or so, he can live the way he wants and do the things he wants, which for him is being a columnist for the county paper (he used to be a reporter for several newspapers down south). He spends a lot of his time meeting and interacting with the locals (population ~ 3000) and I just love the interplay he has with the small town people. And to be able to help people out of tough binds would be great too. Whether he spends an evening reading aloud to his cats or drives into town to eat at one of the local diners with a friend, it just seems like a cool life to lead. I guess that is why I look forward to reading a "cozy mystery" like this occasionally, and especially to counteract all of the real world stresses that we all encounter from time to time.
The plot of this one was pretty straight forward, involving our protagonist Jim Qwilleran (Qwill) and his two siamese cats getting wrapped up with the suspicious death of his temporary landlord. He actually sets up a sting operation with another lady in a neighboring town to catch the bad guys and it is fun to see it all unfold. But it is not really the plot or the mystery itself that make these books fun for me. It is the nature of the protagonist's situation. In about book number 4, Qwill learns he has inherited the enormous Klingenschoen fortune as long as he agrees to live in the small town of Pickaxe in Moose County (up north somewhere, probably northern Michigan). He quickly decides being a billionaire is a nuisance so he sets up the Klingenschoen foundation which aids worthy causes in and around Moose county.
What a great life! Having no financial worries, and at age 50 or so, he can live the way he wants and do the things he wants, which for him is being a columnist for the county paper (he used to be a reporter for several newspapers down south). He spends a lot of his time meeting and interacting with the locals (population ~ 3000) and I just love the interplay he has with the small town people. And to be able to help people out of tough binds would be great too. Whether he spends an evening reading aloud to his cats or drives into town to eat at one of the local diners with a friend, it just seems like a cool life to lead. I guess that is why I look forward to reading a "cozy mystery" like this occasionally, and especially to counteract all of the real world stresses that we all encounter from time to time.
June 1, 2025
re-read: it's true. this series is so dark, and yet so cozy. while the action on the surface includes a radio play, Halloween, a Christmas Eve wedding, and dog sledding, the mystery underneath is sinister.
the "world" of the series progresses a lot in this book (characters introduced, developments in town).
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wow... sinister villains! this series keeps surprising me, because although the novels are cozy, there are these really dark themes underlying all of the food and interior decorating and cat antics.
the "world" of the series progresses a lot in this book (characters introduced, developments in town).
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wow... sinister villains! this series keeps surprising me, because although the novels are cozy, there are these really dark themes underlying all of the food and interior decorating and cat antics.
February 21, 2012
Book #2 read in 2009
While the mystery in this one was interesting, the writing seemed to lack something. There were whole scenes about the play that were repeated over and over. Why do we need to know which door Qwill is going to use for enters and exits? The whole play had so little to do with the major plot points in the story. This was not one of my favorites in the series for this reason.
While the mystery in this one was interesting, the writing seemed to lack something. There were whole scenes about the play that were repeated over and over. Why do we need to know which door Qwill is going to use for enters and exits? The whole play had so little to do with the major plot points in the story. This was not one of my favorites in the series for this reason.
March 5, 2025
Despite the interesting summary and the handful of times this book caught my attention, I didn't find it very fulfilling to read. I can easily chalk this up to not developing a connection with the characters or the author's writing (this was book #15 after all) or that it wasn't my kind of mystery. Regardless, I was determined not to have a DNF book on my 2025 reading list, so I persisted and felt, as stated prior, unfulfilled. This is a shame as I love cats, and Koko and Yum Yum were the only redeeming qualities I felt this book had.
I am not a fan of repetition in stories, and I felt like this one had a lot, especially when it came to the historical rendition of the great fire that Qwill put on. The opening scene covered it splendidly, and the rehashing of it felt unnecessary. The times that I did think it was fine was when it was used to push the story along, which was maybe once.
There were also many of the characters who were not very likable to me. Qwill being front and center. I'm not sure what it was about him, but I just couldn't like him despite him seeming to be a great protagonist. The other characters were just there. However, I can admit that this is probably because this is book 15, so the characters would have already been introduced in earlier works.
With that, I wouldn't mind reading other works by Ms. Braun. I like the idea of a detective cat with his human sidekick.
I am not a fan of repetition in stories, and I felt like this one had a lot, especially when it came to the historical rendition of the great fire that Qwill put on. The opening scene covered it splendidly, and the rehashing of it felt unnecessary. The times that I did think it was fine was when it was used to push the story along, which was maybe once.
There were also many of the characters who were not very likable to me. Qwill being front and center. I'm not sure what it was about him, but I just couldn't like him despite him seeming to be a great protagonist. The other characters were just there. However, I can admit that this is probably because this is book 15, so the characters would have already been introduced in earlier works.
With that, I wouldn't mind reading other works by Ms. Braun. I like the idea of a detective cat with his human sidekick.
April 29, 2016
Cat, cat, cats!
Un libro lleno de misterio y buenos momentos.
Un libro lleno de misterio y buenos momentos.
February 20, 2023
Braun had a thing for starting her books with some kind of shocking scene. While some of them don't work so well (like trying to make us think that Qwilleran—the main character of the series, mind you—was killed in a car accident), this one really got me. And it sets the tone for the rest of the book, which contained quite a bit of action compared to the rest of the series. Those action scenes are a good balance against the scenes in the old, dark mansion, where Koko's antics-of-the-moment provide Qwilleran with a plethora of clues. All of the elements in this story, from the main mystery to the side plots, came together to be one of the better installments in the series for me.
July 27, 2017
Erg prettig lezend feelgood verhaal met prachtige sfeertekeningen, het handelsmerk van deze schrijfster. Zoals gewoonlijk wordt pas langzaam duidelijk dat er misdaad in het spel is en duurt het tot erg ver in het verhaal voor er schot in het ontrafelen van de zaak komt. Ondertussen wordt er al dan niet smakelijk gegeten en gedronken. Vooral de rit met de hondenslee is beklijvend beschreven en een absoluut hoogtepunt qua spanning.
April 25, 2019
I do love the characters in this series, particularly the cats! The mystery is one that kept me guessing and the descriptions of the setting, the snowfall, the town and its people are all so interesting.
April 14, 2024
2.5 stars rounded up. This was my first try reading one of the books in “The Cat Who” series. All things cat related make me happy, and it should give a book like this a leg up. While the cats played a supporting role, I was underwhelmed with their presence in this book and expected to smile and laugh far more than I did. The storyline was decent, but I found the main character unlikeable. I think I’ll pass on the rest of this series.
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June 12, 2022I always forget how much I like the books in this charming series. The cats are fun. Mr. Q is quirky and smart. The pieces of the puzzle all come together in the end. A fun and satisfying series.
September 11, 2022
I'm addicted to these books. 🥰
May 26, 2024
One of the “Cat Who…” series. Helps to know the characters in the series as there are many! Cozy mystery.
July 16, 2025
I'm afraid it's just that good.
September 22, 2025
This was much better than previous few books in the series!
April 19, 2023
This series is a lot of fun. If you are looking for a light cozy read this is perfect
July 30, 2018
The Cat Who Went into the Closet
In the 15th …Cat Who… book Qwill rents the Gage mansion in Pickax for the winter, feeling that the converted apple barn where he and the cats usually live will be too isolated when the “big snow” sets in. The mansion’s elderly but spry owner is Euphonia Gage, Junior Goodwinter’s grandmother. She is now living it up at a high-end trailer park in Florida. While in residence in the mansion, Kato discovers that the closets are a treasure trove of interesting bits and pieces of the past. When the news comes that Euphonia has unexpectedly committed suicide, Kato’s clues from the closet lead Qwill to suspect that something much more sinister happened to Euphonia.
This was probably not one of the stronger Cat Who books, but 15 books in I just enjoy hanging out in Pickax with these characters, I feel like I know them and I like hearing about what they all get up to: Arch and Mildred get married in a lovely ceremony on Christmas Eve. Junior and his wife have a baby. Qwill and Hixie put on a play about a historic fire in Pickax. We meet a cool old lady named Celia Robinson, who helps Qwill solve the mystery of Euphonia’s death, and I’m pretty sure she and her grandson become recurring characters.
Originally published: 1993
Body Count: Two
Next Up: The Cat Who Came to Breakfast
Previous: The Cat Show Wasn't There
In the 15th …Cat Who… book Qwill rents the Gage mansion in Pickax for the winter, feeling that the converted apple barn where he and the cats usually live will be too isolated when the “big snow” sets in. The mansion’s elderly but spry owner is Euphonia Gage, Junior Goodwinter’s grandmother. She is now living it up at a high-end trailer park in Florida. While in residence in the mansion, Kato discovers that the closets are a treasure trove of interesting bits and pieces of the past. When the news comes that Euphonia has unexpectedly committed suicide, Kato’s clues from the closet lead Qwill to suspect that something much more sinister happened to Euphonia.
This was probably not one of the stronger Cat Who books, but 15 books in I just enjoy hanging out in Pickax with these characters, I feel like I know them and I like hearing about what they all get up to: Arch and Mildred get married in a lovely ceremony on Christmas Eve. Junior and his wife have a baby. Qwill and Hixie put on a play about a historic fire in Pickax. We meet a cool old lady named Celia Robinson, who helps Qwill solve the mystery of Euphonia’s death, and I’m pretty sure she and her grandson become recurring characters.
Originally published: 1993
Body Count: Two
Next Up: The Cat Who Came to Breakfast
Previous: The Cat Show Wasn't There
January 4, 2020
I love this series but this is one that stands out as one of my top favorites.
For those that are reading the series in order and have followed one of the relationships it's a special delight to "attend" Qwill's friend Arch and Mildred's wedding on Christmas Eve. The storyline itself actually begins prior to Halloween and continues through Christmas. Everyone knows how much Qwill enjoys his food so his descriptions of holiday dinners and treats bring joyous smiles. Not to be missed is Qwill's special part of the Pickax Christmas celebrations. There's also Qwill's new writing provision and acting in a one-man play highlighting the Great Fire of 1869 in Pickax. Qwill's performances are enjoyed by all ages in various community settings. In addition to holiday festivities there's a mystery to solve from afar. Genealogy of the family of Junior Goodwinter (Managing Editor of the Moose County Something newspaper) lends to solving what was first thought to be a suicide by everyone by Qwill. The apparent suicide took place in Florida but Qwill is still keen to use his investigative skills from afar and local clues in Pickax are being provided by Koko who is feverishly searching various closets in the old Gage mansion (Qwill's current home for the winter) to provide his vital assistance. There is also a wonderful addition of the use of a dog sled that becomes a highlight for helping Qwill on Christmas Eve in the midst of a ferocious snowstorm.
For those that are reading the series in order and have followed one of the relationships it's a special delight to "attend" Qwill's friend Arch and Mildred's wedding on Christmas Eve. The storyline itself actually begins prior to Halloween and continues through Christmas. Everyone knows how much Qwill enjoys his food so his descriptions of holiday dinners and treats bring joyous smiles. Not to be missed is Qwill's special part of the Pickax Christmas celebrations. There's also Qwill's new writing provision and acting in a one-man play highlighting the Great Fire of 1869 in Pickax. Qwill's performances are enjoyed by all ages in various community settings. In addition to holiday festivities there's a mystery to solve from afar. Genealogy of the family of Junior Goodwinter (Managing Editor of the Moose County Something newspaper) lends to solving what was first thought to be a suicide by everyone by Qwill. The apparent suicide took place in Florida but Qwill is still keen to use his investigative skills from afar and local clues in Pickax are being provided by Koko who is feverishly searching various closets in the old Gage mansion (Qwill's current home for the winter) to provide his vital assistance. There is also a wonderful addition of the use of a dog sled that becomes a highlight for helping Qwill on Christmas Eve in the midst of a ferocious snowstorm.
December 8, 2010
Can a cat sense danger and help solve crimes? “The Cat Who Went Into the Closet” will make you a believer. Jim Qwilleran (Qwill) is renting the Gage mansion in Pickax and has brought his two Siamese cats (Koko and YumYum) with him. While both cats have attitudes, Koko seems to have an affinity for “finding” things and exploring. While trying to figure out what Koko is doing, Qwill hears that the former owner of the mansion has committed suicide in Florida. Qwill begins an investigation into her death and makes many discoveries. Did Euphonia Gage really kill herself? Where will the objects Koko finds lead Qwill?
This fun romp of a mystery kept me captivated as I wondered what Koko would do next. The murder mystery is also interesting, but a bit predictable. If you enjoy fun, relaxing, enjoyable reading, this is a book for you. It is perfect for a day at the beach, when you are homebound in the snow, or just relaxing in the backyard. Lilian Jackson Braun certainly makes the cats come to life!
This fun romp of a mystery kept me captivated as I wondered what Koko would do next. The murder mystery is also interesting, but a bit predictable. If you enjoy fun, relaxing, enjoyable reading, this is a book for you. It is perfect for a day at the beach, when you are homebound in the snow, or just relaxing in the backyard. Lilian Jackson Braun certainly makes the cats come to life!
May 3, 2018
Winter is moving in on Pickaxe, and this year its supposed to be the big snow. Not wanting to get stranded, Qwill rents a mansion and moves the cats to town. The owner has moved to Florida to retire in style, leaving the place partially furnished and the closets stuffed. All fifty of them.
Well, you know how long it takes Koko to get into those. Before you know it, Qwill has a story to write, one about the big fire that nearly burnt Pickaxe to the ground over a hundred years ago. But the cats aren't done. When a local potato farmer is killed and the houses' owner commits suicide, Qwill's mustache starts to twitch, and the cats begin snooping in earnest.
This is #15 in a series that is full of short, fun reads that don't get too dark, despite being about murder. Starting to look like Qwill is going to live in every house in the county! Maybe he'll start renting the cat out for their clue searches.
Well, you know how long it takes Koko to get into those. Before you know it, Qwill has a story to write, one about the big fire that nearly burnt Pickaxe to the ground over a hundred years ago. But the cats aren't done. When a local potato farmer is killed and the houses' owner commits suicide, Qwill's mustache starts to twitch, and the cats begin snooping in earnest.
This is #15 in a series that is full of short, fun reads that don't get too dark, despite being about murder. Starting to look like Qwill is going to live in every house in the county! Maybe he'll start renting the cat out for their clue searches.
April 4, 2017
Koko is up to his tricks again, and it's up to the intrepid investigator Qwilleran to put together the puzzle pieces and come up with a solution. Koko is obsessed with objects that have something to so with feet, pulling them from the mansion's fifty odd closets. Qwill begins investigating the mysterious 'suicide' of Euphonia Gage, Junior's grandmother, at her new retirement home. Here he enlists one of my favorite characters, Celia Robinson, and slowly the truth comes to light. This one also deals with the 'Big Burning', a concept I enjoyed reading of, and I would have liked to see a show like it.
I love these books, and I have ever since I discovered a few hidden away in a box at a secondhand shop. As always, I was quickly drawn into the plot, and read this one in one sitting. I'll end this review with a favorite quote from Koko; "Yargle!"
I love these books, and I have ever since I discovered a few hidden away in a box at a secondhand shop. As always, I was quickly drawn into the plot, and read this one in one sitting. I'll end this review with a favorite quote from Koko; "Yargle!"
February 13, 2018
Koko & Yum Yum are genius detectives. It’s a good thing that Qwill can understand these Siamese cats who don’t speak English, but do dredge up clues open to interpretation - Qwill’s interpretation. Once again a new venue (the Gage mansion) gives the cats & Qwill lots of clues to solve a new murder mystery - or two. It also provides Qwill with enough history to write & produce a one man show about the 1869 fire in Moose County. Since it’s the holidays - Halloween , Thanksgiving and Christmas - Qwill also shows us how to celebrate in Pickaxe as only a bachelor can. So much is going on in this little book - did I mention the dog sled team & Mildred getting married? - that it entertains completely with satisfying conclusions for all story lines introduced.
October 2, 2022
I probably should have given this more stars, simply for its entertainment value. The plot is thin and fluffy so I'm being a snob about it. I do thoroughly enjoy Qwill, his attitude, and his companions. In these trying times, this was a breath of fresh air and the provider of a few welcome chuckles.
March 14, 2018
I have always, and will always, love this series. One of the first mystery series I read at a very young age and not only are they still so very good all these years later, but they transcend time and are just an enjoyable series. I mean, cats and mystery, what more do you need?
March 2, 2014
Not the usual plot and pace. In fact the plot is fractious. Still, I'm half in love with Qwilleran.
April 5, 2022
I have read this book several times over the years but it's the first time I looked up the music and poems that are mentioned. It really upgraded this read which is saying a lot!
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