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The Cat Who Knew Shakespeare

Lilian Jackson Braun (1988)

SubgenreCozy Fantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingPG
Pages (Quick Read (<250))
SeriesThe Cat Who... #7
Setting
CSM age13
Goodreads3.98

Content levels

ViolenceMild
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone

Trigger warnings

DeathMurder

Protagonist archetypes

Duo / Partners

Synopsis

An accident has claimed the life of the local paper's eccentric publisher, but to Qwilleran and his feline friends it smells like murder. They soon sniff out a shocking secret, but Koko's snooping may prove CATastrophic. The newest addition to the spectacular "Cat" mysteries series.

Is The Cat Who Knew Shakespeare appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 13 and up.

A gentle mystery with a cat who helps solve murders. No graphic violence, profanity, or sexual content—just clever investigation and cozy storytelling perfect for readers who enjoy light whodunits.

What to know going in

This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include murder and death.

Publisher age: Adult·Our content rating: 13+

Publisher ages reflect reading level; our rating reflects content maturity — they can differ.

Who'll love this

Teens and adults will enjoy following Qwilleran and his intelligent cat Koko as they investigate a suspicious death in their small town.

Tags

Cozy MysteryAnimal MysteryAmateur SleuthSmall Town