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Bayou Rescue #2
At First Meow
A relative’s suspicious death.
His gigantic elderly cat.
A baseball coach and a vet tech discover clues and an instant attraction. Taylor’s thrilled about her new animal shelter dream job. She’s ditching the toxic dynamic of her last job and helping animals find second chances! But some red flags at this brand new rescue make her question if this is a dream come true or another colossal mistake. After his uncle’s death, Austin inherited a mountain of estate paperwork… and a gigantic elderly tabby. He takes a leave from his high school coaching job to return home and handle the paperwork, but no one will take the cat. His last hope is a new shelter and the adorable vet tech who instantly captures his heart. Taylor notices something curious, prompting questions about the uncle’s accidental death. Taylor and Austin discover more clues, while also uncovering a deeper romantic connection. But Taylor’s past has her doubting her own judgment, and Austin’s leaving town soon once he finishes his part in settling the estate. Can they find justice for his uncle and the path to a lasting relationship before their time is up?
At First Meow blends a cozy mystery with a sweet instalove romance. Enjoy more humor, heart, and Cajun charm in this second book of the Bayou Rescue series!
His gigantic elderly cat.
A baseball coach and a vet tech discover clues and an instant attraction. Taylor’s thrilled about her new animal shelter dream job. She’s ditching the toxic dynamic of her last job and helping animals find second chances! But some red flags at this brand new rescue make her question if this is a dream come true or another colossal mistake. After his uncle’s death, Austin inherited a mountain of estate paperwork… and a gigantic elderly tabby. He takes a leave from his high school coaching job to return home and handle the paperwork, but no one will take the cat. His last hope is a new shelter and the adorable vet tech who instantly captures his heart. Taylor notices something curious, prompting questions about the uncle’s accidental death. Taylor and Austin discover more clues, while also uncovering a deeper romantic connection. But Taylor’s past has her doubting her own judgment, and Austin’s leaving town soon once he finishes his part in settling the estate. Can they find justice for his uncle and the path to a lasting relationship before their time is up?
At First Meow blends a cozy mystery with a sweet instalove romance. Enjoy more humor, heart, and Cajun charm in this second book of the Bayou Rescue series!
294 pages, Paperback
Published November 14, 2021
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About the author
Leigh Landry
22 books61 followersLeigh Landry is a contemporary romance author who writes happy endings, supportive friendships, and adorable pets. Once a musician, freelance writer, and English teacher, Leigh now spends her days writing and volunteering at an animal rescue center in the Heart of Cajun Country.
Learn more about Leigh and grab a free story collection at: http://leighlandryauthor.com
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December 12, 2021
Quick read, cozy mystery with a romance set in southern Louisiana. Loved the characters and the animal rescue angle. Very chaste M/F romance features a bi hero and undecided (pan?) heroine. 3.5 stars.
November 12, 2021
Enjoyable Mystery . . .
Taylor Bourque, a veterinarian tech, was never listening to her best friend ever again. She was standing in front of a gutted house where she was supposed to have her job interview. It was under heavy reconstruction. There were no windows installed yet, and she heard the power tools and hammers inside. A post board identified it as “St. Martin Animal Sanctuary”. But it was far from ready to take in animals. She was starting to think this was a big mistake. However, she had bills to pay, student loans, and needed to get out of her current private practice job due to the apathy of the pet owners as soon as she could. Sierra, who had come out onto the porch to greet her, invited her in for a quick tour.
Austin was handling his uncle’s estate and a ton of paperwork. The hardest part was finding a place for his uncle’s gigantic elderly tabby. He took a leave of absence from his high school baseball coaching job to settle the estate. He was already missing tryouts, but the assistant coach sent him stats and video of the tryouts. He was referred to this animal sanctuary, but he could see they were not even open yet. But Liz and Sierra took him back to see the “potential vet tech” who was standing in the middle of the room with her eyes closed. When she opened them, startled, he was speechless. Then introductions were made. The ladies asked Taylor to examine the cat… as her “audition”. Austin agreed to hold Tink on the table since there were no windows in place yet, but he doubted the huge 20-pound cat would run.
Taylor notices Tink’s collar and recognized him from her jogging. She said the cat had a matching harness, but Austin had all of Tink’s belongings and there was no harness. Who would have taken the harness? Taylor and Austin begin to uncover more clues that might cast suspicion on his uncle’s “accidental” death. And being together more, they both feel their connection becoming stronger. Austin is leaving soon, though. Can they find justice for his uncle? And are they ready to walk away from each other?
Taylor Bourque, a veterinarian tech, was never listening to her best friend ever again. She was standing in front of a gutted house where she was supposed to have her job interview. It was under heavy reconstruction. There were no windows installed yet, and she heard the power tools and hammers inside. A post board identified it as “St. Martin Animal Sanctuary”. But it was far from ready to take in animals. She was starting to think this was a big mistake. However, she had bills to pay, student loans, and needed to get out of her current private practice job due to the apathy of the pet owners as soon as she could. Sierra, who had come out onto the porch to greet her, invited her in for a quick tour.
Austin was handling his uncle’s estate and a ton of paperwork. The hardest part was finding a place for his uncle’s gigantic elderly tabby. He took a leave of absence from his high school baseball coaching job to settle the estate. He was already missing tryouts, but the assistant coach sent him stats and video of the tryouts. He was referred to this animal sanctuary, but he could see they were not even open yet. But Liz and Sierra took him back to see the “potential vet tech” who was standing in the middle of the room with her eyes closed. When she opened them, startled, he was speechless. Then introductions were made. The ladies asked Taylor to examine the cat… as her “audition”. Austin agreed to hold Tink on the table since there were no windows in place yet, but he doubted the huge 20-pound cat would run.
Taylor notices Tink’s collar and recognized him from her jogging. She said the cat had a matching harness, but Austin had all of Tink’s belongings and there was no harness. Who would have taken the harness? Taylor and Austin begin to uncover more clues that might cast suspicion on his uncle’s “accidental” death. And being together more, they both feel their connection becoming stronger. Austin is leaving soon, though. Can they find justice for his uncle? And are they ready to walk away from each other?
May 26, 2023
Finished reading: May 25th 2023
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November 15, 2021
Romance Murder Cozy Mystery with a 20 lbs Cat!!!
This book is a really enjoyable, light-hearted and fun read. It is a real page turner, fast-paced story line with humor and delightful characters and very entertaining, the story keep me interested from beginning to end trying to figure out the mystery. I am looking forward to the next book in the series.
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This book is a really enjoyable, light-hearted and fun read. It is a real page turner, fast-paced story line with humor and delightful characters and very entertaining, the story keep me interested from beginning to end trying to figure out the mystery. I am looking forward to the next book in the series.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
November 12, 2021
I thought this was a really sweet book. I liked the mix of romance and mystery. And frankly I loved the little giant cat (because pets!). Taylor and Austin and worked well together and were an easy couple to root for.
I have not, nor did I need to read book 1 in this series. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I have not, nor did I need to read book 1 in this series. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 1, 2023
A Cat Walk
Taylor is looking for a new job and ready to interview at the new rescue shelter. When Austin comes to surrender his deceased Uncle’s cat she is out impressed. After starting the job and fostering Tink she gets involved with his search for answers about his uncle’s death. A sweet romance and heartwarming animal story.
Taylor is looking for a new job and ready to interview at the new rescue shelter. When Austin comes to surrender his deceased Uncle’s cat she is out impressed. After starting the job and fostering Tink she gets involved with his search for answers about his uncle’s death. A sweet romance and heartwarming animal story.
October 1, 2023
Enjoyable read.
October 2, 2023
Great cat mystery
This was a great read ! The mystery includes a cat and his foster mom. There are lots of twists and turns in the story, with a
romance that is very sweet.
This was a great read ! The mystery includes a cat and his foster mom. There are lots of twists and turns in the story, with a
romance that is very sweet.
January 2, 2024
Super cute and easy read.
January 26, 2024
Predictable but cute read!
November 8, 2024
Cute book, light romance. and best part...animals
January 30, 2025
This book had a mix of romance and mystery, but the balance felt off. The romance was the main focus, while the mystery was more of an afterthought, even though it seemed like it should have been a bigger part of the plot. It wasn’t a bad read—there were enjoyable moments! But overall, it didn’t stand out enough for me to immediately recommend it.
November 8, 2024
Gotta love a story with animals. Add a cozy mystery and you are bound to please me.
May 29, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
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