A Familiar Tail
A Familiar Tail by Delia James, published by Penguin Publishing Group on February 2, 2016, is a cozy mystery that introduces readers to the enchanting world of witches and their feline companions. In this 336-page novel, artist Annabelle Britton seeks solace in the seaside town of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, only to find herself entangled in a web of magic and mystery after encountering a smoky gray cat named Alastair. As she navigates her new surroundings, Annabelle discovers a community of witches dedicated to protecting the town, but soon realizes that not all is well when a series of sinister events unfold.
Readers will follow Annabelle as she embraces her unexpected role within this magical circle, armed with a witch’s wand and the charming cat who has adopted her. The story delves into themes of friendship, crime, and the challenges of amateur sleuthing, as Annabelle investigates the mysterious death of Alastair’s former owner and the subsequent murder of another local. This edition invites fans of mystery and detective fiction, particularly those who enjoy stories featuring women sleuths and cozy settings, to join Annabelle on her quest to uncover the truth amidst the spells and charms of Portsmouth.
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Magic and meows meet in the first enchanting Witch’s Cat mystery!
Unlucky-in-love artist Annabelle Britton decides that a visit to the seaside town of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, is the perfect way to get over her problems. But when she stumbles upon a smoky gray cat named Alastair, and follows him into a charming cottage, Annabelle finds herself in a whole spellbook full of trouble.
Suddenly saddled with a witch’s wand and a furry familiar, Annabelle soon meets a friendly group of women who use their spells, charms, and potions to keep the people of Portsmouth safe. But despite their gifts, the witches can’t prevent every wicked deed in town….
Soon, the mystery surrounding Alistair’s former owner, who died under unusual circumstances, grows when another local turns up dead. Armed with magic, friends, and the charmed cat who adopted her more than the other way around, Annabelle sets out to paw through the evidence and uncover a killer.
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