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Cats' Eyes (Crazy Cat Lady Mystery Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Mollie Hunt (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 out of 5 stars 204 ratings
“...an outstanding amateur sleuth mystery that will delight cat lovers and mystery lovers alike.” —Readers Favorite 5-Star Review

What if a retired cat-lady found a stolen sixty-eight carat chunk of trouble in her backyard pond?

Lynley Cannon is the crazy cat lady, but she's not quite crazy yet, though a bizarre connection to a bumbled heist and a double homicide have got her wondering. When her elderly cat Fluffs drags in a dusky brown beach agate that turns out to be one of the stolen Cats' Eyes diamonds, things happen fast.
Theft, kidnapping, and murder—the police are baffled! Aided by friends, family, and a hunky animal cop, Lynley sets out to find the crooks herself. But the killer is desperate, convinced Lynley has the diamonds.
Will Lynley live to clean the litter box another day?
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  1. Book 1 of 11
    Crazy Cat Lady Mystery
  2. Print length
    298 pages
  3. Language
    English
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  5. Publication date
    December 12, 2013
  6. File size
    1.4 MB
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...Cats' Eyes by Mollie Hunt is an entertaining cozy mystery. I loved this book! The story has so many exciting twists and turns; it keeps the reader fascinated until the final thrilling scene. Those readers who have cats will find it easy to relate to Lynley and her feline friends and family. I liked the addition of "cat facts" at the heading of each chapter... Altogether, this is an outstanding amateur sleuth mystery that will delight cat lovers and mystery lovers alike.~5-star review by Susan Sewell, Readers' Favorite

About the Author

Cat Writer Mollie Hunt is the award-winning author of two cozy series, the Crazy Cat Lady Mysteries and the Tenth Life Mysteries. Her Cat Seasons Sci-Fantasy Tetralogy features extraordinary cats saving the world. Mollie also pens a bit of cat poetry. Mollie is a member of the Oregon Writers' Colony, Sisters in Crime, the Cat Writers' Association, and Northwest Independent Writers Association (NIWA). She lives in Portland, Oregon with her husband and a varying number of cats. Like her cat lady character, she is a grateful shelter volunteer.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00HGQFJLG
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Mollie Hunt
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ December 12, 2013
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ 2nd
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.4 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 298 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0991294909
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 1 of 11 ‏ : ‎ Crazy Cat Lady Mystery
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 out of 5 stars 204 ratings

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Mollie Hunt

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Cat Writer Mollie Hunt is the award-winning author of two cozy series: the Crazy Cat Lady Mysteries featuring a sixty-something cat shelter volunteer who finds more trouble than a cat in catnip, and the Tenth Life Paranormal Mysteries involving a ghost cat. Her Cat Seasons Sci-Fantasy Tetralogy presents extraordinary cats saving the world. She recently released a COVID memoir which she calls, "a tale of a plague and politics, of depression and inspiration, and an ode to the very real and healing presence of cats." In her spare time, she pens a bit of cat poetry as well.

Mollie is a member of the Oregon Writers’ Colony, Sisters in Crime, the Cat Writers’ Association, Willamette Writers, and Northwest Independent Writers Association (NIWA). She lives in Portland, Oregon with her husband and a varying number of cats. Like her cat lady character, she is a grateful shelter volunteer.

Praise for Mollie Hunt, Cat Writer:

“I know Mollie as a true, dyed-in-the-wool cat person, as a cat guardian and a foster parent and, most importantly, as a human being. One thing I can spot a mile away is true passion... and Mollie Hunt has it. People like Mollie are rare in this world because they infuse their own curiosity… with true empathy... the recipe for not only a quality person, but, in the end, a great artist as well.”

— Jackson Galaxy | Cat Behavior Consultant

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Customers enjoy this mystery book, praising its fast-paced plot and engaging characters. Moreover, the writing is well-edited, and customers find it funny and entertaining. Additionally, they appreciate the author's knowledge about cat personalities, with one review noting how it's interspersed with cat facts. The book receives positive feedback for its readership, with one customer describing it as a "real page turner."

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19 customers mention "Storyline"17 positive2 negative

Customers enjoy the storyline of the book, describing it as a great cozy mystery with twists and turns.

"...editing is excellent, the story is fast-paced, and there’s just enough action and wry humor to keep the reader turning pages and ordering the next..." Read more

"Book #1 in a cozy mystery series about a middle aged woman who loves cats and inadvertently ends up at the center of a mystery involving the theft..." Read more

"...Even in this fast-paced, action-oriented story, they are vibrant and shameless scene stealers and we love them for it...." Read more

"...I love the rescue theme as background for the books. All the kitties are wonderful characters, each with its own personality. I liked the storyline...." Read more

10 customers mention "Knowledge of cats"10 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's knowledge about cats, with reviews highlighting the author's expertise in cat personalities and behavior, as well as providing fun tips for both experienced and new cat owners.

"...This is a must read for all cat lovers and might just inspire to you to take a trip to your local shelter as well." Read more

"...Great cat interaction and care but the mystery was lacking. At around 100 pages I got tired of the mire and sped to the ending...." Read more

"...This is a great cozy mystery interspersed with lots of cat facts while revolving around volunteer work at a cat shelter...." Read more

"...so great to have them to love, and this book shows lots of understanding for cats and their humans." Read more

9 customers mention "Character development"9 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the characters in the book.

"...As for the story's kitties, they are her most richly drawn characters...." Read more

"...All the kitties are wonderful characters, each with its own personality. I liked the storyline...." Read more

"...I enjoyed meeting all the characters and hope to read the rest the series." Read more

"...The main character is wonderful, she's a cat lover, mother, grandmother and devoted friend...." Read more

7 customers mention "Enjoyment"7 positive0 negative

Customers find the book entertaining, with one mentioning it's a great summer beach read.

"...Fun and light reading; a great summer beach read for people who love cats and like this genre...." Read more

"...I'm excited to read the next book." Read more

"A fun and entertaining read, especially for fans of cats and Portland, Oregon. I am looking forward to more books in the series!" Read more

"Great read. One of my favorite authors!!" Read more

7 customers mention "Writing quality"7 positive0 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, noting it is well-edited and the author is talented, with one customer particularly appreciating Mollie Hunt's style.

"...That said, the editing is excellent, the story is fast-paced, and there’s just enough action and wry humor to keep the reader turning pages and..." Read more

"...Good characterization and nice use of humor, but I did figure out the antagonist as soon as she appeared in the novel, so not much suspense there...." Read more

"I am delighted with Mollie Hunt's writing. Her story is so delightful that it is hard to put down...." Read more

"...Huh? Retired? At 58? In America? The book is not badly written and is well-edited, but despite adoring cats, I certainly won't be reading any more..." Read more

5 customers mention "Humor"5 positive0 negative

Customers find the book funny, with one mentioning its oddball quirkiness.

"...the story is fast-paced, and there’s just enough action and wry humor to keep the reader turning pages and ordering the next book in the series...." Read more

"...Good characterization and nice use of humor, but I did figure out the antagonist as soon as she appeared in the novel, so not much suspense there...." Read more

"...It's a real page turner and I liked the protagonist. She's funny, with an oddball quirkiness that is tempered by her competence and expertise with..." Read more

"...Lynsey is tough & funny. Even trying to surviveg the crazy thieves, her strength shines! Looking forward to reading the next in the series." Read more

4 customers mention "Readership"4 positive0 negative

Customers find the book engaging, with one describing it as a real page turner and another noting its unique portrayal of Portland.

"...Even in this fast-paced, action-oriented story, they are vibrant and shameless scene stealers and we love them for it...." Read more

"This was intense and very riveting! I'm totally intrigued by this first book in this series! I love the rescue theme as background for the books...." Read more

"...The author does a good job weaving in cat facts and the unique Portland, Oregon setting...." Read more

"In Portland, much to learn about Cats, edge of your seat and totally charming...." Read more

Top reviews from the United States

  • William J. Cook
    5.0 out of 5 stars Crazy Like a Fox
    Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2020
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    “My name is Lynley Cannon and I am the crazy cat lady, only I’m not crazy yet. I swear.” So begins Mollie Hunt’s cozy mystery about stolen diamonds and the amateur sleuths who join together to crack the case. The crazy cat lady explains that she is fifty-eight years old, had “a good run with sex, drugs, rock ‘n’ roll,” but now lives a serene life volunteering her time at the local cat shelter, Friends of Felines.

    Unfortunately, trouble seems to find her at every opportunity, and her quiet life is shattered by an assault that leaves her with a broken leg and lingering trauma. How was she to know that the stone one of her cats was playing with was not an agate, but a large, uncut chocolate diamond, whose inclusions gave it the name “Cat’s Eye?” As the title suggests, there are more gems than one, and some very bad people want them back. Although her seven cats can provide her with the serenity she needs to heal, the villains will not give her such respite, and soon she is kidnapped and being taken to a remote place in the Washington woods…

    Hunt has created an engaging tale, liberally sprinkled with interesting facts about cats, the shelters that care for them and get them ready for adoption, and the criminal investigations of animal abuse cases. No, you don’t have to be a lover of cats (“ailurophile,” no less!) to enjoy this novel. (I’m actually allergic to cats, but I’m pleased to say that I did not sneeze during the reading of this book!)

    It should be noted that there is somewhat more violence than is usually associated with a “cozy mystery.” Also, as a septuagenarian, I found it hard to buy into the protagonist’s descriptions of herself as old at 58!

    That said, the editing is excellent, the story is fast-paced, and there’s just enough action and wry humor to keep the reader turning pages and ordering the next book in the series. Well done, Ms. Hunt.
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  • Denise Miller
    4.0 out of 5 stars Cute cozy cat mystery novel
    Reviewed in the United States on July 14, 2019
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    Book #1 in a cozy mystery series about a middle aged woman who loves cats and inadvertently ends up at the center of a mystery involving the theft of 2 valuable diamonds. Fun and light reading; a great summer beach read for people who love cats and like this genre. Good characterization and nice use of humor, but I did figure out the antagonist as soon as she appeared in the novel, so not much suspense there. In any case, I’ll probably read the next novel in the series at some point, since I did enjoy getting to know the characters & I am a “cat person”.
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  • T Green
    5.0 out of 5 stars Funny & Spunky with Awesome Cats and Oddball Portland
    Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2018
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    I'm delighted to have discovered this series. It's a real page turner and I liked the protagonist. She's funny, with an oddball quirkiness that is tempered by her competence and expertise with fostering cats. As for the story's kitties, they are her most richly drawn characters. Even in this fast-paced, action-oriented story, they are vibrant and shameless scene stealers and we love them for it.

    The story is set in Portland, Oregon. If you know Portland or even have just watched "Portlandia" on TV, you'll absolutely feel the joyous celebration of the "Keep Portland Weird" sensibility. Another thing I enjoyed was the behind-the-scenes look at the work of cat shelter volunteers. There's a lot of complex expertise needed to do that job and the writer incorporates it into the story with easy authority.

    This is a must read for all cat lovers and might just inspire to you to take a trip to your local shelter as well.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars So happy I gave this series a-look-see!!!!!!
    Reviewed in the United States on October 27, 2023
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    This was intense and very riveting! I'm totally intrigued by this first book in this series! I love the rescue theme as background for the books. All the kitties are wonderful characters, each with its own personality. I liked the storyline. Very involved with a lot of twists and turns all the way to the end. I kinda had the female pegged as a suspect when she insisted on going to Lynley's home to pick up the cat. I just didn't get it all figured out. Fantastic series and one I'll definitely keep reading.
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  • Pete Cusack
    3.0 out of 5 stars Way too convoluted plot
    Reviewed in the United States on August 10, 2019
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    It would have been better without all the extra this and that and the situations that strained credulity. Great cat interaction and care but the mystery was lacking. At around 100 pages I got tired of the mire and sped to the ending. Not a big twist and again strained credulity.
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  • Christine M LeFever
    5.0 out of 5 stars In Portland, much to learn about Cats, edge of your seat and totally charming.
    Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2022
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    I am delighted with Mollie Hunt's writing. Her story is so delightful that it is hard to put down. I bought 7 copies of this book for my friends come Christmas. We all grew up in Portland and gather for lunch and gifts each Christmas season. I will by reading more and more by Mollie!
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  • Belinda Hall
    4.0 out of 5 stars The author is definitely knowledgable about cat personalities, breeds and rescues.
    Reviewed in the United States on August 27, 2019
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    I liked the narrative style of the book and the flow of the action. I enjoyed meeting all the characters and hope to read the rest the series.
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  • Cozybooklady
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic Book
    Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2019
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    I had no idea that I was going to love this book as much as I did.
    The main character is wonderful, she's a cat lover, mother, grandmother and devoted friend.
    This book involves stolen diamonds and Lynley is drawn into it by pure fate.
    What she goes through is traumatic, but her love and concern for her fur babies is heartwarming.
    I'm excited to read the next book.
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  • Kathy
    4.0 out of 5 stars Nice c'est book
    Reviewed in France on March 8, 2020
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    Nice cosy mystery with a lot of cats. I found it a bit long but still it was fun reading it. The introductions to the chapter give général infos on cats. I appreciate it.
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  • Mr. Hubert Baril
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great cat crime stories.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 2, 2018
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    Great cat crime stories. Mollie Hunt is a true cat lover who knows and understands cats perfectly well, she writes about them beautifully. Her stories are captivating and beautifully written, there is suspense but also humour. I discovered Mollie Hunt's books only recently and I am so glad I did! I read a lot of cat crime novels and I can say Mollie Hunt is one of the best authors. I recommend highly.
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  • Rosemarie
    5.0 out of 5 stars Disasters on a Crazy Cat Lady
    Reviewed in Canada on August 2, 2019
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    This story is a cute tale about an older lady who adores cats and volunteers at a cat shelter. Somehow she gets involved with some criminals, and her summer spirals out of control. There is a lot of intrigue and seemingly endless capers and drama.
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  • Kindle Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars Whoever said diamonds are a girl's best friend never owned a cat
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 2, 2019
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    A good read. A plot about a retired grandmother who suddenly finds herself wondering if she is suffering from dementia or has criminals after her. Loved the main character spunky but also wondering if she is completely compos mentis. Down to earth and determined to clear her name but a ion essential when her furbabies are threatened. The cats though playing a small part all come over as separate characters with their own little foibles.
    She is starting to think she has gone mad. Was someone in her home? Why had one of her cats been playing with a small brown rock. Then comes the realisation that her home isn't the only one broken into. A neighbour is in a critical condition after being attacked at home. Throw in attacks, threats, diamonds, suspect in a double murder, hospital stays and a home invasion. Will she find out what and why she has been threatened? Will the police clear her name and catch the real suspects?
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  • MARK E. WATSON
    5.0 out of 5 stars Enough of everything I like in a cozy mystery.....
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 27, 2018
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    Really liked this book, so much so I have bought the next two volumes. Loved the characters, plot line and subtle clues along the way. An engaging read and I was even getting scared for the lead character at points during the novel, but couldn't put down until the end. Enough of everything I like in a cozy mystery and more cats than you can shake a wand toy at!
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