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ewg109's review against another edition
4.0
This is the third book I’ve picked up since the beginning of quarantine and it’s the only one I’ve finished.
Is it about an animal actor agent who solves murders? Yes. Is it surprisingly witty? Yes. The twist was a bit of a mess, but on the whole this was a perfect bit of escapism.
Is it about an animal actor agent who solves murders? Yes. Is it surprisingly witty? Yes. The twist was a bit of a mess, but on the whole this was a perfect bit of escapism.
booklover81's review
adventurous
funny
informative
inspiring
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
menniemenace's review against another edition
4.0
Popsugar 2020 challenge: A book with a pun in the title.
I wanted to read this for a while, mostly because of the pun. I love puns. getting puns is how you know you mastered a new language, plus it's funny.
This book is so much fun. The narrator is so upbeat and happy and you can't help but be happy as well. It's a pleasure to read her POV.
This is one of those books that are more character-driven than it is focused on the plot. If you like the narrator you'll love the book, if you didn't... I actually have no idea. Give it a go anyway.
I really hope this'll be an ongoing series
I wanted to read this for a while, mostly because of the pun. I love puns. getting puns is how you know you mastered a new language, plus it's funny.
This book is so much fun. The narrator is so upbeat and happy and you can't help but be happy as well. It's a pleasure to read her POV.
This is one of those books that are more character-driven than it is focused on the plot. If you like the narrator you'll love the book, if you didn't... I actually have no idea. Give it a go anyway.
I really hope this'll be an ongoing series
linda_rose's review against another edition
3.0
Very cozy for a cozy comical mystery although I didn’t laugh much. This was an ok book and I enjoyed it to a degree. Pace of the plot and character development was decent. I’m not interested in exploring any more of the series.
meghabytes's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.25
The book is cute and a fast read but the murder mystery set up is too unbelievably boring.
The suspects are not set up well, the misdirections are too obvious and the final wrap up gave no satisfaction.
The only redeeming quality is the slightly quirky humor of the main character, the parents interactions and the parrot and the dogs are adorable.
At no point was I invested in Dray’s murder or his murderer as there was no reason for me to care for the character. There was no character building for any of the main characters or suspects expect for Kay and her observations of a few people. Also there was excessive explanation of the same plot points multiple times and I don’t really want an account of everything a dog does when it’s on a walk. That just had me distracted from the main story.
Overall it’s a light read but wouldn’t pick it up for the murder mystery part of it.
The suspects are not set up well, the misdirections are too obvious and the final wrap up gave no satisfaction.
The only redeeming quality is the slightly quirky humor of the main character, the parents interactions and the parrot and the dogs are adorable.
At no point was I invested in Dray’s murder or his murderer as there was no reason for me to care for the character. There was no character building for any of the main characters or suspects expect for Kay and her observations of a few people. Also there was excessive explanation of the same plot points multiple times and I don’t really want an account of everything a dog does when it’s on a walk. That just had me distracted from the main story.
Overall it’s a light read but wouldn’t pick it up for the murder mystery part of it.
mayarelmahdy's review against another edition
4.0
Popsugar 2020 challenge: A book with a pun in the title.
I wanted to read this for a while, mostly because of the pun. I love puns. getting puns is how you know you mastered a new language, plus it's funny.
This book is so much fun. The narrator is so upbeat and happy and you can't help but be happy as well. It's a pleasure to read her POV.
This is one of those books that are more character-driven than it is focused on the plot. If you like the narrator you'll love the book, if you didn't... I actually have no idea. Give it a go anyway.
I really hope this'll be an ongoing series
I wanted to read this for a while, mostly because of the pun. I love puns. getting puns is how you know you mastered a new language, plus it's funny.
This book is so much fun. The narrator is so upbeat and happy and you can't help but be happy as well. It's a pleasure to read her POV.
This is one of those books that are more character-driven than it is focused on the plot. If you like the narrator you'll love the book, if you didn't... I actually have no idea. Give it a go anyway.
I really hope this'll be an ongoing series
abookolive's review against another edition
3.0
This book is just as ridiculous and far-fetched as the title and premise suggest, but it was a lot of fun to read! The main character's inner monologue was especially enjoyable. More thoughts on Booktube: https://youtu.be/Z9HJYZx6p2o
mayar_reading_stuff's review against another edition
4.0
Popsugar 2020 challenge: A book with a pun in the title.
I wanted to read this for a while, mostly because of the pun. I love puns. getting puns is how you know you mastered a new language, plus it's funny.
This book is so much fun. The narrator is so upbeat and happy and you can't help but be happy as well. It's a pleasure to read her POV.
This is one of those books that are more character-driven than it is focused on the plot. If you like the narrator you'll love the book, if you didn't... I actually have no idea. Give it a go anyway.
I really hope this'll be an ongoing series
I wanted to read this for a while, mostly because of the pun. I love puns. getting puns is how you know you mastered a new language, plus it's funny.
This book is so much fun. The narrator is so upbeat and happy and you can't help but be happy as well. It's a pleasure to read her POV.
This is one of those books that are more character-driven than it is focused on the plot. If you like the narrator you'll love the book, if you didn't... I actually have no idea. Give it a go anyway.
I really hope this'll be an ongoing series
mikimac's review against another edition
3.0
Former child performer turned lawyer turned agent to animal talent, Kay Powell, finds herself part of a murder investigation after her client, Barney, an Amazon Parrot “witnesses” the murder. Her parents, performers with bookings at resorts and on cruise ships are staying with her after their latest gig had her mom thinking of retiring and staying with Kay while her father continues on. Add in the running of her business, a houseful of dogs, an off and on relationship and some fun, quirky characters and conversations and you have the recipe for a fun read.
annarella's review against another edition
4.0
A lovely cozy mystery, full of humour and really enjoyable.
The plot was sound, kept you hooked since the first pages.
I loved the cast of characters, and I laughed loud more than once.
Recommended!
Many thanks to St. Martin's Press and Netgalley for this ARC
The plot was sound, kept you hooked since the first pages.
I loved the cast of characters, and I laughed loud more than once.
Recommended!
Many thanks to St. Martin's Press and Netgalley for this ARC