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Synopsis
Marion Babson always seems to write funny, lighthearted mysteries. In this one, a British actor and his cat switch bodies in an accident. This leaves the cat to try to solve an attempted murder while his owner is recuperating in hospital.
Is Nine Lives to Murder appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
A lighthearted mystery with minimal violence (attempted murder mentioned but not graphic) and comedic body-swapping premise. Appropriate for teen and adult readers who enjoy cozy mysteries with a fantastical twist.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include attempted murder.
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Who'll love this
Teens will enjoy the humorous concept of a cat trying to solve a mystery from a human's body while navigating the challenges of being in the wrong species.