🐾 41 Purr-fect Cozy Cat Mysteries That Will Have You Hooked

If you’re a fan of feline companions and intriguing whodunits, cozy cat mysteries are your ideal literary escape. These tales combine the charm of small-town settings, quirky characters, and, of course, clever cats who often steal the spotlight. Whether you’re new to the genre or a seasoned reader, here’s a curated list of 41 cozy cat mysteries that are sure to delight.

🐱 Top Picks to Get You Started

1. The Cat Who Could Read Backwards by Lilian Jackson Braun

Meet Jim Qwilleran and his Siamese cat, Koko, as they unravel mysteries in a quaint town. This classic series is a staple for cozy mystery enthusiasts.

2. Curiosity Thrilled the Cat by Sofie Kelly

Librarian Kathleen Paulson discovers her cats, Owen and Hercules, have magical abilities that aid in solving local crimes.Cozy Mystery Cat+1Reddit+1

3. Murder Past Due by Miranda James

Charlie Harris and his Maine Coon cat, Diesel, delve into mysteries in the “Cat in the Stacks” series, blending Southern charm with suspense.Reddit+1Amazon+1

4. Purr M for Murder by T.C. LoTempio

Nora Charles returns home to run her late mother’s sandwich shop and gets entangled in a murder investigation, with her cat Nick providing unexpected assistance.

5. The No. 2 Feline Detective Agency by Mandy Morton

Hettie Bagshot and her sidekick Tilly set up a detective agency in a world populated entirely by cats, solving crimes with wit and humor.

📚 More Feline-Focused Mysteries to Explore

• Lending a Paw by Laurie Cass

• Cat About Town by Cate Conte

• The Persian Always Meows Twice by Eileen Watkins

• The Cat, the Quilt and the Corpse by Leann Sweeney

• The Big Kitty by Claire Donally

• The Cat Who Played Post Office by Lilian Jackson Braun

• The Cat Who Knew Shakespeare by Lilian Jackson Braun

• The Cat Who Went Underground by Lilian Jackson Braun

• The Cat Who Saw Red by Lilian Jackson Braun

• The Cat Who Talked Turkey by Lilian Jackson Braun

• The Cat Who Sniffed Glue by Lilian Jackson Braun

• The Cat Who Blew the Whistle by Lilian Jackson Braun

• The Cat Who Brought Down the House by Lilian Jackson Braun

• The Cat Who Sang for the Birds by Lilian Jackson Braun

• The Cat Who Went into the Closet by Lilian Jackson Braun

• The Cat Who Wasn’t There by Lilian Jackson Braun

• The Cat Who Robbed a Bank by Lilian Jackson Braun

• The Cat Who Said Cheese by Lilian Jackson Braun

• The Cat Who Came to Breakfast by Lilian Jackson Braun

• Pouncing on Murder by Laurie Cass

• Sleight of Paw by Sofie Kelly

• The Cat Who Saw Stars by Lilian Jackson Braun

• Tailing a Tabby by Laurie Cass

• The Cat Who Talked to Ghosts by Lilian Jackson Braun

• The Cat Who Lived High by Lilian Jackson Braun

• The Cat Who Ate Danish Modern by Lilian Jackson Braun

• The Cat Who Played Brahms by Lilian Jackson Braun

• The Cat Who Moved a Mountain by Lilian Jackson Braun

• The Cat Who Could Read Backwards by Lilian Jackson Braun

• The Cat Who Went Bananas by Lilian Jackson Braun

• The Cat Who Dropped a Bombshell by Lilian Jackson Braun

• The Cat Who Had 60 Whiskers by Lilian Jackson Braun

• The Cat Who Smelled a Rat by Lilian Jackson Braun

• The Cat Who Went Up the Creek by Lilian Jackson Braun

• The Cat Who Talked Turkey by Lilian Jackson Braun

• The Cat Who Had 14 Tales by Lilian Jackson Braun

• The Cat Who Tailed a Thief by Lilian Jackson Braun

• The Cat Who Knew a Cardinal by Lilian Jackson Braun

• The Cat Who Wasn’t There by Lilian Jackson Braun

🎁 Ready to Dive Into More Mysteries?

Eager to explore more cozy mysteries that combine feline charm with captivating plots? Grab a free book and embark on your next literary adventure today!

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