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Synopsis
A recent earthquake was only the beginning of the big trouble that plagues Molena Point, California. Joe Grey may be merely a cat, but he's already solved more murders than your average human detective, and he knows the "accident" on Hellhag Hill was anything but. Unfortunately Joe's somewhat erratic, if lovable, owner Clyde thinks cats should keep their paws out of police work, and locks Joe and his feline lady friend Dulcie out of the house when Officer Max Harper pays a social call.But Joe can be a very stubborn tomcat when he sets his mind to it. And he's not about to give up the hunt. A killer needs to be apprehended, and Joe Grey's just the cat for the job -- especially since the humans who should be on the case don't seem to have a clue.
Is Cat to the Dogs appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
Joe Grey is a talking cat detective investigating murders in a California coastal town. The story features mystery-solving with some references to death and murder but no graphic violence or inappropriate content for middle grade readers.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include murder and death.
Who'll love this
Kids who love mysteries and talking animals will enjoy following Joe Grey and his feline friend Dulcie as they solve crimes that baffle human detectives.