Cat Ranch

by Judith Read

Disaster is just a whisker away...

When two seniors get roped into overnight cat care, a simple plan becomes a rollicking adventure. With the arrival of a hippie cousin, a mysterious young man, and a paranoid daughter on speed-dial, their peaceful evening turns into a date with hell.

Joining forces with his misfit crew, Reggie and Donna take on a psychic phenomena, fight a fiery adversary, and fall into a desperate quest to find the secret lair of a missing feline. When the clouds part and the full moon shines, will all nine kitties and their human counterparts be accounted for?

255 pages, ebook

First published December 9, 2020

About the author

Judith Read is a Niagara, Ontario resident who has been self-publishing stand alone books since 2017. Her genres vary, memoir, "The Boomer Years, Reflections," comedy "Cat Ranch," psychological drama "Claddagh Hall, A Nest Of Writers," and her new Canadian fiction saga, "Etta's Way."

When she's not sitting in a local cafe immersed in her latest work, you'll find Judith hoofing it along village streets, knowing that her ever-hungry black cat, Cubby will be waiting to greet her as she walks in the door.

Reviews

[Victoria Bennison · Rating 5 out of 5]

My definition of cozy this morning was swirling snow outside the window, a hot cup of coffee, and Judith Read’s Cat Ranch. Cat Ranch is a hilarious, yet heartwarming tale about tails...nine of them to be exact. And a reminder that if you live fully in today, accepting adventures as they come, there isn’t a lot of time for regrets.

Also, as Judith is a local (to me) author, there are lots of memories of growing up in Niagara and location dropping, which reminded me of some stories of my own. So I’m adding some comfy nostalgia into that cozy mix.

This is your chance to spend some time in the beautiful rural area surrounding Dunnville, Ontario...share laughter with some new friends, and meet a talented author.

[Janice Richardson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Two old friends cat sit and an evening of unexpected adventure unfolds. Old and young readers will enjoy this fast-paced, entertaining adventure. Friendships are born, protagonists learn from their mistakes, merriment ensues and not one cat was lost in the writing of this story. A delightful read from this short-story writers foray into novel writing. Highly recommend for readers looking for an escape, this talented author delivers.

[Toni Kief · Rating 5 out of 5]

Took me a minute to sort the different characters, but once I had it I was completely engaged. What a great read. A wonderful group of women helping, accepting, and sharing. Through their acceptance, they help with Dan's worse night, and 9 rescue cats, and so very much more. Don't miss this uplifting and surprising story.