The Cat Who Could Read Backwards

Title: The Cat Who Could Read Backwards

Author: Lilian Jackson Braun

Summary: This is apparently the first in 'The Cat Who...' books. We are introduced to Jim Qwilleran, a one-time celebrated reporter who is at the end of his rope, and will even take assignments covering local artists. But the art scene in this town has people wanting to draw blood, literally. Two stabbings and a fatal fall have Qwill feeling one step behind this mystery, but Koko the cat has extra senses that help him out.

Recommendation: I would recommend this book to those looking for a light read and a relaxing who-done-it. Mrs. Braun does a wonderful job with her secondary characters, and I enjoy the scope and changes that take place in the lead character's life throughout this series. That is why I searched out the first book, so I could see where Jim Qwilleran started out.

Hearts: 4