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Call of the Wilde #2
A Tiger's Tale
When a normally mellow tiger at a rescue facility trees a terrified vet, animal behaviorist Grace Wilde needs to use her psychic ability to get to the root of the problem…
A tiger can’t change his stripes—but if his behavior changes suddenly, there’s a reason. So when even-tempered Boris the Siberian tiger goes into attack mode, Grace knows there’s more to the story. Something is agitating the big cat. As she uses her telepathic ability to calm the tiger, she realizes he has witnessed a theft—not of something but of someone. A teenaged volunteer at the animal rescue facility has been taken…kidnapped.
The problem is Brooke Ligner’s parents believe their troubled daughter ran away and Grace can’t exactly reveal her source. Even though sexy cop Kai Duncan is aware of Grace’s secret ability, he can’t initiate an investigation based on the word of a tiger. Now, as Grace searches for solid clues to rescue the missing teen, it’s the human predators she’ll need to watch out for…
A tiger can’t change his stripes—but if his behavior changes suddenly, there’s a reason. So when even-tempered Boris the Siberian tiger goes into attack mode, Grace knows there’s more to the story. Something is agitating the big cat. As she uses her telepathic ability to calm the tiger, she realizes he has witnessed a theft—not of something but of someone. A teenaged volunteer at the animal rescue facility has been taken…kidnapped.
The problem is Brooke Ligner’s parents believe their troubled daughter ran away and Grace can’t exactly reveal her source. Even though sexy cop Kai Duncan is aware of Grace’s secret ability, he can’t initiate an investigation based on the word of a tiger. Now, as Grace searches for solid clues to rescue the missing teen, it’s the human predators she’ll need to watch out for…
336 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published May 6, 2014
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Laura Morrigan
8 books222 followersSpending the first years of her life on a Costa Rican coffee farm blessed Laura Morrigan with a fertile imagination and a love for all things wild. Later she became a volunteer at a Florida zoo, helping out with everything from “waste management” to teaching an elephant how to paint. Drawing from her years of experience with both wild and domestic animals and her passion for detective novels, Laura created the Call of the Wilde series. She lives in Florida with far too many cats, loves the Blue Angels, wearing flip flops in November, and thunderstorms.
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May 6, 2017
This series just gets better and better. I really love the characters (both human and non-human) she comes up with. Even the bad guys have redeeming qualities. Also the characters aren't the superficial characters you find in many cozies.
In this mystery, the only witness to someone's disappearance is a tiger at a sanctuary. How does Grace get the police to take her seriously? The story goes on from there with a complex tale of abuse, mob ties, and troubled teenagers.
Can't wait to read book #3!
In this mystery, the only witness to someone's disappearance is a tiger at a sanctuary. How does Grace get the police to take her seriously? The story goes on from there with a complex tale of abuse, mob ties, and troubled teenagers.
Can't wait to read book #3!
July 12, 2018
Even better than the first!
April 29, 2014
I absolutely love this series. The whole idea of Grace being able to communicate with animals and her closeness with them, is very interesting to me. I have a strong closeness with animals, I just wish, I could communicate with them like Grace can. In the second book, the story is very fast paced, and keeps you on your toes, through out the whole run of the book. It was a nice change, in a cozy mystery, that the main focus was based around a missing girl and not all about a murder. The animals through out the book are my favorite characters, especially Moss. I can't wait, until I can read book three in this series
September 28, 2017
GREAT. GOOGLY. MOOGLY.
THAT was one crazy, intense read. Oh how I love this series. It is so much fun in the midst of being seriously scary at times. The things Grace gets into makes me really glad I cannot read animals minds!!
REALLY great read and series.
THAT was one crazy, intense read. Oh how I love this series. It is so much fun in the midst of being seriously scary at times. The things Grace gets into makes me really glad I cannot read animals minds!!
REALLY great read and series.
January 9, 2017
Likeable cozy series, with entertaining characters, both human and animal. Similar in feel to - but not quite as laugh-out-loud as - Dixie Lyle's Whisky Tango Foxtrot series.
June 21, 2014
This is the second book in the "A Call of the Wylde Mystery series" and while I enjoyed the first book, this one really kept the action and suspense at a high level. Animal Behaviorist Grace Wilde is called to a rescue facility to help with a tiger, Boris, who has treed one of her friends. When she arrives there and calms Boris down, she receives mental images from him that leads her to believe that one of the volunteers, Brooke, may have been kidnapped. The problem is that because Brooke is a troubled teen who has run away in the past, no one including her parents is convinced that her missing is a serious matter. And since her information comes from a tiger, how can she convince anyone that the threat is real. Luckily, her new friend (hopefully boyfriend), Detective Kai, is one of the few people to know of and believe in her ability and tries to help her with her search in an unofficial capacity. I enjoyed this mystery, especially with the interludes while Grace takes care of various clients and their problems. I also especially love her pet hybrid wolf, Moses, and his interaction with Grace and her sister. I am looking forward to the next book in this series.
April 17, 2014
This book began with action and didn't end until I pulled my body out of its contorted position -- yes, I read it in one sitting. Morrigan weaves an intricate, action packed, and suspenseful tale out of a seeming non-story...a girl who everyone expects to run away. However, Grace Wilde knows better. Sussing out clues from the emotions of large, deadly, and concerned animals, Grace has to piece together a huge back story that leads to new and surprising...and deadly...characters. I love how the animals are natural players in Grace's life, both in how they are able to communicate with her and how she is able to tap into their very essence. You get a real sense of the complexity and busyness of her life, as well as of the care and frustrations of the people closest to her (including those who want to be close to her). And, it's amazing how all the disparate pieces fall together seamlessly at the end, while still leaving room for intrigue with the Ghost, and a fantastic teaser to start the next book. This is the kind of cozy mystery that makes reading worthwhile.
May 26, 2015
I won this book at the 2015 Malice Domestic conference this month. I met briefly with the author and spoke with her as she signed my book.
The book was well-written; however, it is not the type of book that I enjoy. The main character, Grace Wilde, communicates with animals and understands what they feel and see. This is how she discovers that a teenage girl, Brooke, who is missing was actually kidnapped. I don't really think that this kind of ability exists, but I was willing to suspend my beliefs and go with the flow. However, I think this 'ability' was used too often to discover clues and to move the plot along. Much of the story was so improbable and tiresome that I couldn't wait to finish the book. Then the ending was much too violent for a cozy. I read cozies in order to avoid the excessive violence in many books today.
I did enjoy the slow progress of Grace and Kai's relationship. That is more realistic than much of the other events. However, I don't think I will continue with the series to see how their relationship evolves.
The book was well-written; however, it is not the type of book that I enjoy. The main character, Grace Wilde, communicates with animals and understands what they feel and see. This is how she discovers that a teenage girl, Brooke, who is missing was actually kidnapped. I don't really think that this kind of ability exists, but I was willing to suspend my beliefs and go with the flow. However, I think this 'ability' was used too often to discover clues and to move the plot along. Much of the story was so improbable and tiresome that I couldn't wait to finish the book. Then the ending was much too violent for a cozy. I read cozies in order to avoid the excessive violence in many books today.
I did enjoy the slow progress of Grace and Kai's relationship. That is more realistic than much of the other events. However, I don't think I will continue with the series to see how their relationship evolves.
June 9, 2017
4.5 stars
May 12, 2014
A Tiger's Tale is the second book in the Call of the Wilde series by Laura Morrigan. Readers who are looking for a change of pace in a cozy need look no further. This books focuses on a disappearance rather than a murder and keeps readers on their toes with clues and evidence or an usual sort. Morrigan has an affinity for writing about animals and their thoughts and feelings that gives her work a realness that isn't easy to find in the genre. She is able to tap into the heart of the animal and use it in her writing. A great addition to this wildlife orientated series.
What I liked:
The first book in this series introduced readers to Grace Wilde, who is essentially an animal whisperer. Grace's ability to talk to animals is an ongoing theme in the series, which will appeal to animal lovers and cozy mystery enthusiasts. I love Grace. She's a bit of misfit in some ways, except where animals are concerned. She doesn't really fit into a particular niche and I always enjoy a character who has their own eccentricities and uniqueness. I think this character is all about being comfortable with being who you are and not letting yourself be influenced by what others want you to be. She is one of favorite heroines that I have found for a while.
Grace talks to all kinds of animals and in this particular book it's a lion taking center stage. Not many people are aware of Grace's gift for being able to communicate with those in the animal kingdom and when she finds out that a young worker is missing she isn't sure how to explain how she knows that she has been kidnapped. I liked Grace's dilemma and how she eventually figures out how to handle it. The lion was a great character and definitely has his own personality. I also loved the addition of Voodoo the kitten and how this affected Grace's life as well.
This book wasn't about a murder. Now there is a surprise for a cozy mystery. This one focuses on a missing girl who everyone wants to believe has run away. Morrigan is able to show cozy readers that a disappearance can be just as interesting in the whodunit department as a murder can. I loved that Morrigan went out on a limb and changed up the mode of the crime. She didn't stick to the cozy plan... bravo! Now I love cozies, but something different in the genre is a rare find and this is it. Great idea!
The mystery elements of the book are all still here. There are a lot of suspects when it comes to this kidnapping and figuring out whodunit, isn't as easy as one might think. The plot involves everything from an abusive father, to an unstable kid, to mobsters. There are enough red herrings to make the perpetrator elusive and Morrigan keeps it interesting by providing a lot of different reasons or motives that someone might want to kidnap that girl. Very well written.
What I didn't like:
I liked this one a lot. It wasn't your same old cozy. The animal psychic connection is believable and Morrigan has a way with writing the animal psyche.
Bottom Line:
If you love animals, an eccentric heroine and a mystery that doesn't has to involve murder, this is the one. A great read!
What I liked:
The first book in this series introduced readers to Grace Wilde, who is essentially an animal whisperer. Grace's ability to talk to animals is an ongoing theme in the series, which will appeal to animal lovers and cozy mystery enthusiasts. I love Grace. She's a bit of misfit in some ways, except where animals are concerned. She doesn't really fit into a particular niche and I always enjoy a character who has their own eccentricities and uniqueness. I think this character is all about being comfortable with being who you are and not letting yourself be influenced by what others want you to be. She is one of favorite heroines that I have found for a while.
Grace talks to all kinds of animals and in this particular book it's a lion taking center stage. Not many people are aware of Grace's gift for being able to communicate with those in the animal kingdom and when she finds out that a young worker is missing she isn't sure how to explain how she knows that she has been kidnapped. I liked Grace's dilemma and how she eventually figures out how to handle it. The lion was a great character and definitely has his own personality. I also loved the addition of Voodoo the kitten and how this affected Grace's life as well.
This book wasn't about a murder. Now there is a surprise for a cozy mystery. This one focuses on a missing girl who everyone wants to believe has run away. Morrigan is able to show cozy readers that a disappearance can be just as interesting in the whodunit department as a murder can. I loved that Morrigan went out on a limb and changed up the mode of the crime. She didn't stick to the cozy plan... bravo! Now I love cozies, but something different in the genre is a rare find and this is it. Great idea!
The mystery elements of the book are all still here. There are a lot of suspects when it comes to this kidnapping and figuring out whodunit, isn't as easy as one might think. The plot involves everything from an abusive father, to an unstable kid, to mobsters. There are enough red herrings to make the perpetrator elusive and Morrigan keeps it interesting by providing a lot of different reasons or motives that someone might want to kidnap that girl. Very well written.
What I didn't like:
I liked this one a lot. It wasn't your same old cozy. The animal psychic connection is believable and Morrigan has a way with writing the animal psyche.
Bottom Line:
If you love animals, an eccentric heroine and a mystery that doesn't has to involve murder, this is the one. A great read!
January 8, 2017
I was buckling down for another awesome ride when I picked up this sequel following the great first book, but I have to say it fell a little short. I still enjoyed it - Moss continues to be doggie goals, the wide range of quirky animal characters as fun and Kai is lovely - but there are some things that I loved about book 1 that seems to have slipped up in book 2.
Firstly, the animal featuring in this mystery (namely the tiger Boris) was less front-and-center in comparison to Jax the Doberman. I suppose it's understandable, given that Grace could hardly keep a tiger at her place the way she did with Jax, but it did have the unexpected effect of making the animals seem like an afterthought despite the importance of Grace's animal telepathy to the mystery. Boris did his job in kickstarting the mystery, but then he largely faded out of view.
Secondly, and the main reason for my irritation, was that Grace went from being mostly intelligent and sensible to being downright obtuse in her sleuthing. She had a few moments of oversight in book 1, but mostly had the sense to leave the dangerous investigative aspects to the police. In A Tiger's Tale? She was trespassing on private property on multiple occasions, threatening violent suspects, harboring people who should have been in protective custody in her house, confronting the mob... I'm not sure there was anything stupid and dangerous that she didn't do. Worse, she admitted herself that she had no real reason to be so invested in the case, and thus no motivation to behave so recklessly. All this, despite the fact that she had both a top lawyer as a best friend and a cop for a boyfriend! It's terribly disappointing, since Grace did so well to avoid the usual silly-amateur-sleuth pitfalls in the first book by handing evidence and suspicions to her police contact, and was off to a good start here as well. At least Grace didn't lie to Kai about her activities or omit evidence?
And finally, I really did not love the trick of introducing the third book's mystery via a cliffhanger at the end. It just wasn't necessary; I never like it when the same trick is used elsewhere and here, it felt particularly awkward and shoehorned in.
Lest I give the impression that I hated this book with my laundry list of negatives, let me list what I did like! Kai, as previously stated, is lovely - he really makes up for his initial skepticism and the hurt he inadvertently caused Grace by being an all-round gentleman and one of her staunchest supporters. Emma is an A+ sister (with some serious self-defense moves to boot), and the introduction of a bigger role for the flirty vet Hugh promises to be fun. The animal telepathy continues to be subtly and cleverly used, and I like that the mystery is always the focus throughout the book. Hope the third book doesn't disappoint, and has more Moss!
Firstly, the animal featuring in this mystery (namely the tiger Boris) was less front-and-center in comparison to Jax the Doberman. I suppose it's understandable, given that Grace could hardly keep a tiger at her place the way she did with Jax, but it did have the unexpected effect of making the animals seem like an afterthought despite the importance of Grace's animal telepathy to the mystery. Boris did his job in kickstarting the mystery, but then he largely faded out of view.
Secondly, and the main reason for my irritation, was that Grace went from being mostly intelligent and sensible to being downright obtuse in her sleuthing. She had a few moments of oversight in book 1, but mostly had the sense to leave the dangerous investigative aspects to the police. In A Tiger's Tale? She was trespassing on private property on multiple occasions, threatening violent suspects, harboring people who should have been in protective custody in her house, confronting the mob... I'm not sure there was anything stupid and dangerous that she didn't do. Worse, she admitted herself that she had no real reason to be so invested in the case, and thus no motivation to behave so recklessly. All this, despite the fact that she had both a top lawyer as a best friend and a cop for a boyfriend! It's terribly disappointing, since Grace did so well to avoid the usual silly-amateur-sleuth pitfalls in the first book by handing evidence and suspicions to her police contact, and was off to a good start here as well. At least Grace didn't lie to Kai about her activities or omit evidence?
And finally, I really did not love the trick of introducing the third book's mystery via a cliffhanger at the end. It just wasn't necessary; I never like it when the same trick is used elsewhere and here, it felt particularly awkward and shoehorned in.
Lest I give the impression that I hated this book with my laundry list of negatives, let me list what I did like! Kai, as previously stated, is lovely - he really makes up for his initial skepticism and the hurt he inadvertently caused Grace by being an all-round gentleman and one of her staunchest supporters. Emma is an A+ sister (with some serious self-defense moves to boot), and the introduction of a bigger role for the flirty vet Hugh promises to be fun. The animal telepathy continues to be subtly and cleverly used, and I like that the mystery is always the focus throughout the book. Hope the third book doesn't disappoint, and has more Moss!
August 1, 2014
When I first received this book, I wasn't entirely sure what to think of it. How on earth was this going to turn out, being so... different? Most cozies follow a pattern, as anyone who's read them knows. But A Tiger's Tale took that pattern and reworked all of the parameters. It threw in a touch of paranormal, and created a brilliant (if not a tad bit cooky) concept that was unbelievably enjoyable.
The heroine of the story, Grace, has a special gift. She can communicate with animals. Being an animal behaviorist, she's called upon to help with a tiger who's behavior has suddenly changed. When Grace meets the tiger, she finds out, from the tiger himself, that one of his care takers has been taken. Grace decides she has to get to the bottom of the girl's disappearance... without coming across to the police like a crazy person who talks to animals. From that point on, the story takes off and is nearly impossible to put down.
As a lover of animals, I loved that Grace could talk to them. I loved that their thoughts and feelings could be conveyed in such a unique way. It made the story so much fun! And the mystery itself was fabulous. It was fast-paced and full of so many quirky characters, including members of the mob!
If you're a fan of paranormal, and you want something quick and fun to read, pick up this series. It's definitely one you do not want to miss!
The heroine of the story, Grace, has a special gift. She can communicate with animals. Being an animal behaviorist, she's called upon to help with a tiger who's behavior has suddenly changed. When Grace meets the tiger, she finds out, from the tiger himself, that one of his care takers has been taken. Grace decides she has to get to the bottom of the girl's disappearance... without coming across to the police like a crazy person who talks to animals. From that point on, the story takes off and is nearly impossible to put down.
As a lover of animals, I loved that Grace could talk to them. I loved that their thoughts and feelings could be conveyed in such a unique way. It made the story so much fun! And the mystery itself was fabulous. It was fast-paced and full of so many quirky characters, including members of the mob!
If you're a fan of paranormal, and you want something quick and fun to read, pick up this series. It's definitely one you do not want to miss!
June 1, 2015
The weathered sign on the gate read:
Happy Asses Donkey and Big Cat Rescue
Tours: Tues-Fri 1:00-dark.
Grace Wilde has been called to Happy Asses to rescue Hugh, a zoo vet, who came to check on Boris the tiger. Grace immediately picks up that Boris is upset because his friend Brooke was "taken". Grace delves into the matter and finds that volunteer Brooke has not shown up for the last couple of days and Boris misses her. He was also the only one who saw her being kidnapped. Brooke's family thinks she has run away and will not file a missing person report. Fortunately, Grace has the hunky Detective Kai to come check the area with his CSI kit. Kai strongly discourages Grace to stay out of the investigation. Of course she doesn't!
I really like this series! Grace's ability to "talk" to animals is wonderful. Her sister, Emma is quite entertaining with her party planning and goes all out in this book because it is set in October. (Goth wedding anyone?) Kai has become more constant in Grace's life. They may actually get to go on a date! Grace stumbles into mob business looking for Brooke and once again puts her life in jeopardy. Interesting ending that makes me want to start the next book right away. Highly recommended!
Happy Asses Donkey and Big Cat Rescue
Tours: Tues-Fri 1:00-dark.
Grace Wilde has been called to Happy Asses to rescue Hugh, a zoo vet, who came to check on Boris the tiger. Grace immediately picks up that Boris is upset because his friend Brooke was "taken". Grace delves into the matter and finds that volunteer Brooke has not shown up for the last couple of days and Boris misses her. He was also the only one who saw her being kidnapped. Brooke's family thinks she has run away and will not file a missing person report. Fortunately, Grace has the hunky Detective Kai to come check the area with his CSI kit. Kai strongly discourages Grace to stay out of the investigation. Of course she doesn't!
I really like this series! Grace's ability to "talk" to animals is wonderful. Her sister, Emma is quite entertaining with her party planning and goes all out in this book because it is set in October. (Goth wedding anyone?) Kai has become more constant in Grace's life. They may actually get to go on a date! Grace stumbles into mob business looking for Brooke and once again puts her life in jeopardy. Interesting ending that makes me want to start the next book right away. Highly recommended!
July 1, 2015
Book 2 in the Call of the Wilde cozy mystery series. Another good mystery. I like this author's writing style, but there is one thing she does that drives me nuts. several times in a story Grace, who can telepathically talk to animals, will promise an animal something. That's the last you hear about it. You're left to assume the promise has been kept. Other than that, if you're into cozies i recommend this series.
March 30, 2015
Another really great mystery, this series keeps getting better and better.
I loved all of the characters, especially the animals, Moss and Voodoo are really cute!
I especially loved the fact that even though this was a mystery, there wasn't murder in it. I felt like it was a break from the usual books I read.
Overall a great book that I really can't say anything bad about.
I loved all of the characters, especially the animals, Moss and Voodoo are really cute!
I especially loved the fact that even though this was a mystery, there wasn't murder in it. I felt like it was a break from the usual books I read.
Overall a great book that I really can't say anything bad about.
May 18, 2014
I love animals of all kind and I love how the main character can relate to animals. The story was fun to read and I didn't want to put it down until I knew what happened. The premise for this series is different from the regular cozy and that makes for a fun read.
January 13, 2015
One would think that a series about a woman who can talk to animals might veer into the realm of the unbelievable, but it comes across as realistic here. The mystery was interesting, and I loved Jack-Jack the miniature donkey. This series has become a favorite.
July 25, 2014
Awesome second installment of what I hope is a long, long series.
June 23, 2014
Ended on a bit of a cliffhanger.Can't wait till the next book come out. Amazing read :)
November 4, 2019
I continue to really like any and all animal interactions - they're what I'm sticking around for. And this sequel improves on the first book in that the romance tropes are less ickily written (yes, that's the word I'm going with) and the character beats a bit less shoved-down-the-reader's-throat, perhaps as the author gains confidence.
But this time I have a new objection: I was really troubled by
I also don't think it's a good sign when your amateur sleuth protagonist's amateur sleuthing makes your reader feel irritated with her. Grace's motivation to meddle in this mystery was even thinner than in the first book.
In conclusion: I have terribly mixed feelings about this series, because I'm very bothered by how many times I catch myself excusing authorial decisions (not just the ones I've mentioned) that seem very 'stereotypical Southern white woman'. And yet I want to stick around for the animals.
But this time I have a new objection: I was really troubled by
I also don't think it's a good sign when your amateur sleuth protagonist's amateur sleuthing makes your reader feel irritated with her. Grace's motivation to meddle in this mystery was even thinner than in the first book.
In conclusion: I have terribly mixed feelings about this series, because I'm very bothered by how many times I catch myself excusing authorial decisions (not just the ones I've mentioned) that seem very 'stereotypical Southern white woman'. And yet I want to stick around for the animals.
February 26, 2023
4.5 stars
A Tiger's Tale begins when animal behaviorist Grace Wilde is called to an animal refuge to calm down a tiger who is behaving in an uncharacteristically aggressive manner. Because she is able to read the tiger's mind, Grace learns he is upset because his favorite teenage volunteer, Brooke, has been "taken." As Grace tries to interpret what "taken" means, she begins a search for Brooke that involves lots of interesting animal encounters, apparently unconcerned parents and the mafia. It's a little violent for a cozy, with Grace in some pretty scary situations, but it is also filled with humor and likable characters.
The best thing about the series is Grace--she is tough and fearless, but has a real love for animals, her sister, her friends and a developing relationship with a crime scene investigator, Kai. I think the author is doing a great job developing her character and I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE her relationship with her sister, Emma. For years, Grace has hidden her ability to communicate telepathically with animals because when she shared her secret in the past, it led to rejection. But she is increasingly willing to make herself vulnerable if it means she can help those who need it. I am usually not a fan of cliffhangers at the end of a book, but there is a great one here. Can't wait to read #3 in the series.
A Tiger's Tale begins when animal behaviorist Grace Wilde is called to an animal refuge to calm down a tiger who is behaving in an uncharacteristically aggressive manner. Because she is able to read the tiger's mind, Grace learns he is upset because his favorite teenage volunteer, Brooke, has been "taken." As Grace tries to interpret what "taken" means, she begins a search for Brooke that involves lots of interesting animal encounters, apparently unconcerned parents and the mafia. It's a little violent for a cozy, with Grace in some pretty scary situations, but it is also filled with humor and likable characters.
The best thing about the series is Grace--she is tough and fearless, but has a real love for animals, her sister, her friends and a developing relationship with a crime scene investigator, Kai. I think the author is doing a great job developing her character and I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE her relationship with her sister, Emma. For years, Grace has hidden her ability to communicate telepathically with animals because when she shared her secret in the past, it led to rejection. But she is increasingly willing to make herself vulnerable if it means she can help those who need it. I am usually not a fan of cliffhangers at the end of a book, but there is a great one here. Can't wait to read #3 in the series.
February 23, 2025
Grace is called in to work with a tiger that has treed a veterinarian. As she uses her psychic ability to connect with the tiger, Boris, Grace learns he’s agitated because he witnessed one of the teen volunteers at the sanctuary get kidnapped. Grace’s police officer boyfriend, Kai, knows about her secret ability, but he can’t launch an investigation on the word of a tiger. The girl’s parents, however, are convinced she’s simply run away again and will turn up when she’s ready. Grace is unwilling to let it go, and she’s soon chasing down leads and questioning people in the girl’s life. Her investigation puts her on the radar of some shady criminals, and Grace must rely on more than her psychic ability to stay alive.
Fun and intriguing. I was reluctant to set this book aside. Grace is an endearing character. She relates much better to animals than to people, which makes her come across as aloof to those she’s just met. Characters were portrayed wonderfully, including the animals. I especially like Grace’s kick-ass sister, Emma. Plot was fast-paced and moved along smoothly.
Fabulous! Five stars!
Fun and intriguing. I was reluctant to set this book aside. Grace is an endearing character. She relates much better to animals than to people, which makes her come across as aloof to those she’s just met. Characters were portrayed wonderfully, including the animals. I especially like Grace’s kick-ass sister, Emma. Plot was fast-paced and moved along smoothly.
Fabulous! Five stars!
May 18, 2018
This was good. Not great, but good. I enjoyed it, and this series continues to have some aspects that I really like.
I am an animal lover, so the "Dr. Dolittle" thing that Grace has and the conversations that she has with the animals she comes across in the story is really fun. That is a clever, unique component and I like it a lot.
Grace got on my nerves a bit in this book. She continually does exactly what she knows, or has been told, she absolutely should NOT do. Even Grace recognizes that some of the stuff she's doing is stupid, sometimes AS SHE DOES IT! Yes, I know this is a cozy, and the main character getting into trouble while sleuthing is part of the genre, but Grace takes that a bit too far for my taste.
The supporting characters are kind of bland to me. Except Emma. I really like Emma and her scenes are some of the best in the book for me.
The plot felt a little convoluted for me, although it was well-structured, and the wrap up was well done.
Overall, this is a series I enjoy, and I would read future books in it.
I am an animal lover, so the "Dr. Dolittle" thing that Grace has and the conversations that she has with the animals she comes across in the story is really fun. That is a clever, unique component and I like it a lot.
Grace got on my nerves a bit in this book. She continually does exactly what she knows, or has been told, she absolutely should NOT do. Even Grace recognizes that some of the stuff she's doing is stupid, sometimes AS SHE DOES IT! Yes, I know this is a cozy, and the main character getting into trouble while sleuthing is part of the genre, but Grace takes that a bit too far for my taste.
The supporting characters are kind of bland to me. Except Emma. I really like Emma and her scenes are some of the best in the book for me.
The plot felt a little convoluted for me, although it was well-structured, and the wrap up was well done.
Overall, this is a series I enjoy, and I would read future books in it.
June 26, 2021
While not quite as enjoyable as the first book in the series, this was still better than the average cozy mystery. Grace Wilde has the ability to communicate with animals. (Talk to them isn't quite the right way to describe it.) When she is called to an animal refuge where a tiger is suddenly acting strangely she discovers the animal is distraught because he believes he saw a beloved caretaker being kidnapped. Sure enough, the teenager, working at the refuge as part of a judicial rehabilitation program, has disappeared but no one seems to be interested in finding out why - except Grace. Despite repeated warnings to stay out of it from her cop boyfriend and his other cop colleagues, Grace continues to go where she's told not to and look for things she shouldn't be looking for, and before long she also has the mob out for her. This was convoluted and by the end I had almost reached the point of not particularly caring. I hope the third book will be better.
February 18, 2017
When a friendly tiger at a rescue facility tries to attack a vet, animal behaviorist Grace Wilde uses her psychic abilities to find the root of the problem. Boris the tiger is agitated for a very good reason. He witnessed his friend, a volunteer at the rescue facility, get kidnapped!
Excellent sequel. Just as much fun as the first book. This series is fun for any animal lover. The characters feel realistic and the romance isn't forced. A very enjoyable mystery with a few surprising twists through out the book.
Excellent sequel. Just as much fun as the first book. This series is fun for any animal lover. The characters feel realistic and the romance isn't forced. A very enjoyable mystery with a few surprising twists through out the book.
July 29, 2017
Another good one. I am glad that there is a character development in this book. Grace overcame some insecurities and issues of hers, and managed to tell other people about her ability. Kai also became more helpful and understanding. I also like that the author put the mothering behavior of dogs to kittens, as our dog Spooky used to go wild with stray kittens, and she wants to "mother" them, and be with them all the time.
April 24, 2019
Overall I liked it.
I think she made some stupid decisions that worked out only because she's the MC and therefore has plot armor. But they weren't the stupidest decisions I've ever seen/read so I'll let them slide.
I didn't like this one as much as the first book, but it's pretty good and still a series I want to continue. Looking forward to the next one.
Recommended? sure
Buy/Borrow? borrow
I think she made some stupid decisions that worked out only because she's the MC and therefore has plot armor. But they weren't the stupidest decisions I've ever seen/read so I'll let them slide.
I didn't like this one as much as the first book, but it's pretty good and still a series I want to continue. Looking forward to the next one.
Recommended? sure
Buy/Borrow? borrow
May 7, 2019
First of all, I need to confess this is not my general type of reading. But it seemed interesting and I gave it a go. No regrets on that, it’s quite entertaining.
Although it’s funny and a nice read, I was a bit irritated with the teenager attitude of the main character. But I kept reading because it was written in a nice way, and as the book progresses things get better.
I’m still looking forward to reading the next books, and see how Grace develops.
Although it’s funny and a nice read, I was a bit irritated with the teenager attitude of the main character. But I kept reading because it was written in a nice way, and as the book progresses things get better.
I’m still looking forward to reading the next books, and see how Grace develops.
May 28, 2025
I am really enjoying this series. There’s always a twist that takes me awhile to see coming which is so refreshing and enjoyable to read. The awkwardness of Grace is interesting to watch and adds a nice touch to the character. Watching her interact so seamlessly with the animals but fumble with the humans makes me chuckle. Just overall an easy, enjoyable cozy read with a surprise here and there to keep the story interesting.
August 19, 2017
A little bit of wandering around but the basic plot is that Brooke goes missing and only a Tiger can tell them what he saw (his name is Boris). The main character can read animal's thoughts and work with them. That is the good quality of this book because there are not many books like this particular one and it is really a good series.
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