Tuesday, May 20, 2025

Review: Blackmail and Kitty Tails (A Purr-fect Relic Cozy Mystery #5) by DeAnna Drake

About the Book
A glamorous gala, a cursed dagger, and a killer on the loose—Rebecca Cuthbert and her talking cat, Aneksi, face their most dangerous mystery yet.

When Rebecca Cuthbert volunteered to help with the Citrus Grove Women’s Club gala, she envisioned a night filled with elegant silk drapes, Egyptian-themed decorations, and tasty hors d’oeuvres—certainly not murder. But then the lights flicker out during the party setup, and club president Deborah Ralston is found dead, stabbed with an ancient dagger.

With Aneksi purring by her side and a murder weapon steeped in legend, Rebecca must unravel a twisted web of secrets, blackmail, and bitter rivalries behind this sinister murder. Everyone from suspicious club members to scorned lovers is a suspect, and time is running out as Rebecca’s own antique shop becomes linked to the deadly artifact.

Can Rebecca and her cat corner the killer before tragedy slashes her world again?

A cozy mystery perfect for fans of charming small towns, clever cats, and amateur sleuths!


MY THOUGHTS

After recently joining the Citrus Grove Women’s Club, Rebecca is swept up into another mystery when the newly appointed president of the club is murdered while getting things ready for the upcoming Egyptian-themed gala.

I thought the mystery was really good. It definitely kept me guessing. There were plenty of suspects with plenty of motive. I thought I had it figured out several times but ended up being surprised in the end. I love when that happens.

I think my favorite thing about this series is seeing the bond between Rebecca and Grandpa Stirling. It’s so sweet! I also love Aneksi. She’s awesome!

I loved visiting Citrus Grove again. It’s such a cozy and charming town full of so many great characters!

I don’t want to spoil anything, but I will say that ending has me so eager for the next book! I can’t wait! If you’re a fan of cozy mysteries, I highly recommend this series! It’s so good!

I received a copy of this book and voluntarily reviewed it. All thoughts and comments are my honest opinion.

FOUR STARS

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