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Death Retired Mystery #2
A Date with Death
First dates are killer.
Retired soul collector Geoff knows little of modern courting customs. Unfortunately, his best resource is a possessed bobcat with suspect views on women. But those problems pale when murder intrudes on Geoff and Sylvie's first date.
Will our finish the date and catch the bad guy?
Retired soul collector Geoff knows little of modern courting customs. Unfortunately, his best resource is a possessed bobcat with suspect views on women. But those problems pale when murder intrudes on Geoff and Sylvie's first date.
Will our finish the date and catch the bad guy?
125 pages, ebook
First published July 18, 2018
70 people are currently reading
104 people want to read
About the author
Cate Lawley
72 books404 followersUSA Today bestselling author Cate Lawley writes humorous, action-filled mysteries that frequently contain paranormal elements.
When Cate's not tapping away at her keyboard or in deep contemplation of her next fanciful writing project, she's sweeping up hairy dust bunnies and watching British mysteries.
Cate is from Austin, Texas (where many of her stories take place), but has recently migrated north to Boise, Idaho, where soup season (her favorite time of year) lasts more than two weeks.
She's worked as an attorney, a dog trainer, and in various other positions, but writer is the hands-down winner. She's thankful readers keep reading, so she can keep writing!
For bonus materials and updates, visit her website to join her mailing list: www.CateLawley.com.
When Cate's not tapping away at her keyboard or in deep contemplation of her next fanciful writing project, she's sweeping up hairy dust bunnies and watching British mysteries.
Cate is from Austin, Texas (where many of her stories take place), but has recently migrated north to Boise, Idaho, where soup season (her favorite time of year) lasts more than two weeks.
She's worked as an attorney, a dog trainer, and in various other positions, but writer is the hands-down winner. She's thankful readers keep reading, so she can keep writing!
For bonus materials and updates, visit her website to join her mailing list: www.CateLawley.com.
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June 9, 2020
Book source ~ Review copy. My review is voluntary and honest.
Geoff Todd is retired. Ok, so he was a soul collector. It’s still a job, right? And he retired though he still has one foot still in the magical world, so to speak. He had no idea when he picked a community to retire to that it would be thick with magical people. He’s mostly mortal, but he retains a little bit of magic. He also shares his home with an unusual cat. Clarence is a huge pain in his ass, but he’s been asked to keep an eye on him and they are slowly coming to terms with their co-habitation. Then there’s Sylive. Ah, Sylvie. Geoff really likes her, but he’s from the 1940s and is clueless about nearly all things modern. Including dating. That leaves Clarence to give him dating advice. What could go wrong? Scratch that.
This is a great quick read with lots of paranormal goodness, a talking smartass cat, other magical people and creatures, and a budding romance. Oh, and ghosts. Geoff and Sylvie’s first date does not go as he planned. Not in any way. But what did he expect when he’s surrounded by magic and sometimes mayhem? It’s been a couple of years since this story so I’m not sure if this series is going to continue, but I hope it does. I’m looking forward to more.
Geoff Todd is retired. Ok, so he was a soul collector. It’s still a job, right? And he retired though he still has one foot still in the magical world, so to speak. He had no idea when he picked a community to retire to that it would be thick with magical people. He’s mostly mortal, but he retains a little bit of magic. He also shares his home with an unusual cat. Clarence is a huge pain in his ass, but he’s been asked to keep an eye on him and they are slowly coming to terms with their co-habitation. Then there’s Sylive. Ah, Sylvie. Geoff really likes her, but he’s from the 1940s and is clueless about nearly all things modern. Including dating. That leaves Clarence to give him dating advice. What could go wrong? Scratch that.
This is a great quick read with lots of paranormal goodness, a talking smartass cat, other magical people and creatures, and a budding romance. Oh, and ghosts. Geoff and Sylvie’s first date does not go as he planned. Not in any way. But what did he expect when he’s surrounded by magic and sometimes mayhem? It’s been a couple of years since this story so I’m not sure if this series is going to continue, but I hope it does. I’m looking forward to more.
January 21, 2020
2020 bk 28. I had to stop reading Evan Evans - my sequel in the Death Retired Mysteries arrived. It didn't take long to read - These are a little more than a novella, but packed with fun (and terrifying) moments. In this one a sullen, angst driven teenagers destroys Geoff's date with Sylvie by demanding that they solve his murder and relieve his brother's belief that he had a hand in his younger brother's death. Along the way, the pair are assisted by Clarence (who has switched from porn to broadway musicals), Hector (who plucks a whisker from Clarence without being mauled), aid Belle (a tree nymph), and encounter a Kichkandi (they exist and they are nasty). This is a wild ride in the world of paranormal dating!
August 4, 2018
Geoff doesn't know much about dating in this century. I mean he was a soul collector so long he lost touch with humanity. Now he's back in the human world and wants to take his sexy neighbor out on a date. His companion, Clarence, is a ghost in a bobcat's body. Clarence is his link to modern living, i.e, he handles research, fashion and dating advice. He finally gets his date with Sylvie set up and it is hijacked by a ghost claiming to have been murdered. Well, even though he's retired he cannot pass up murder. As they search for answers they run across some dangerous specter's and could end up being the next casualty. I am loving this series and can't wait to see where they go next. I volunteered to read an advanced reader copy and am under no obligation to leave this review.
July 23, 2018
Geoff finally gets up the nerve to ask Sylvie for a date, but unfortunately for him, they are interrupted by a ghost, begging Geoff to help him move on. What is a retired soul collector to do but investigate this death? Maybe Sylvie can use her newly acquired family magic to help. A fun episode filled with creepiness and humor. I like how Geoff is trying to come to terms with his new humanity, in the face of today’s standards. And I adore Clarence, his supernatural bobcat roommate, who has an expanded role in this story. Can’t wait for more of their tales! Disclosure: I am voluntarily reviewing this book.
September 8, 2018
Awesome book! You have a retired death , Geoff,with a bobcat possessed by a ghost called Clarence. Now let’s add the romance factor Sylvie and we have a story brewing. Clarence and Geoff have an interesting relationship which involves negotiation and quite a bit of humor. Geoff is interested in Sylvie who has inherited some powers and is learning how to use them . Add in a sexy demon and a witch and you have a very interesting group of characters! Now let’s add in the mystery which Geoff and friends will solve with a few twists and you have an awesome book! I highly recommend this Bork and the series!
December 10, 2019
An excellent follow-up to the equally excellent first book. I just wish there were more of it.
Length aside, I adore the way the author builds different aspects of the world and mythology. This series is the perfect mix of grounded fantasy and fun, light-hearted amusement. It also contains two of my favourite things - the building of a group of characters that come together almost like family (granted, some of the characters are more peripheral to the group, but I love it anyway.) And a wide variety of different creatures and fantastical things.
Can't wait to read the next book in the series when it's released.
Length aside, I adore the way the author builds different aspects of the world and mythology. This series is the perfect mix of grounded fantasy and fun, light-hearted amusement. It also contains two of my favourite things - the building of a group of characters that come together almost like family (granted, some of the characters are more peripheral to the group, but I love it anyway.) And a wide variety of different creatures and fantastical things.
Can't wait to read the next book in the series when it's released.
August 1, 2021
Geoff has finally asked Sylvie on a date in this book, but will a troubled teenage ghost sabotage their date? The gang is back on the track of helping another ghost find justice and peace in the 2nd book in this series. The further character development is wonderful, along with trying to figure out exactly what Tamara is. No witch could possibly have the powers she does, can they?
I just love these characters and these books. They are relatable and hilarious. Cozy mysteries are my favorite and the delightful twist of the paranormal in these makes them even better. If you haven't checked out Cate Lawley's book yet, you should.
I just love these characters and these books. They are relatable and hilarious. Cozy mysteries are my favorite and the delightful twist of the paranormal in these makes them even better. If you haven't checked out Cate Lawley's book yet, you should.
February 16, 2022
Death, investigates, well, a death!
Geoff and Sylvie's first date gets hijacked by a ghost, an insistent ghost!
He needs to tell his brother he's not responsible for his death.
But when investigating where his car left the road, the duo soon realise that it wasn't an accident, it's murder!
Really enjoying these books 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻😁😁
Geoff and Sylvie's first date gets hijacked by a ghost, an insistent ghost!
He needs to tell his brother he's not responsible for his death.
But when investigating where his car left the road, the duo soon realise that it wasn't an accident, it's murder!
Really enjoying these books 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻😁😁
July 24, 2018
Geoff and Sylvie's date turns paranormal!!! They make a great team in solving the case and helping out the ghost. I felt like the characters were even more developed and evolved as individuals as well as a couple. What a strange first date.
December 10, 2018
Death has a bone to pick
The second Death Retires book is as fascinating as the first one. This series has an unusual premise and reading the stories is a joy. As the series evolves, I can't wait the learn more about the characters.
The second Death Retires book is as fascinating as the first one. This series has an unusual premise and reading the stories is a joy. As the series evolves, I can't wait the learn more about the characters.
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April 6, 2021Preferred the first book to this one but still a good read. Managed to read it in just over an hour after being disturbed twice have downloaded the third book in the series so can't wait to get to start that too.
July 10, 2022
A fun story
Truth be told this felt a bit less of a book than the first one in the series but it moved the overarching story along nicely enough and I still enjoyed the characters so I'll rate it 4 stars. Probably more like a 3.7 stars but close enough.
Truth be told this felt a bit less of a book than the first one in the series but it moved the overarching story along nicely enough and I still enjoyed the characters so I'll rate it 4 stars. Probably more like a 3.7 stars but close enough.
December 28, 2019
A fun quick read but it felt too short. It was all plot and very little character development.
January 31, 2021
Poor Geoff. He really is just trying to live a nice retired life...
September 30, 2025
fun book
If you are looking for a light read with a dash of humour then I can recommend this book .
If you are looking for a light read with a dash of humour then I can recommend this book .
July 23, 2018
This is a great fun read.
Geoff, a retired Death, is trying to go on a date with his pretty neighbour Sylvie. However, as always in these circumstances, life throws him a curve ball and suddenly there's a young, recently deceased ghost upsetting things and desperately asking Geoff to look into his death, which he says was murder.
Things go from bad to worse as Geoff takes Sylvie out for the evening and the young ghost starts to appear at awkward moments to plead his case and ask over and over for help.
Well where there are ghosts there is usually trouble and Geoff gets into all sorts of bother whilst trying his best to do what he feels is right without upsetting too many people. Things rarely turn out well when ghosts and murder are involved and this story doesn't disappoint in that respect.
Full of funny quips, a talking bobcat, a demon and lots of twists and turns, this story is full of enjoyment. I love the Death stories. They never fail to make me happy and satisfy my reading needs.
Geoff, a retired Death, is trying to go on a date with his pretty neighbour Sylvie. However, as always in these circumstances, life throws him a curve ball and suddenly there's a young, recently deceased ghost upsetting things and desperately asking Geoff to look into his death, which he says was murder.
Things go from bad to worse as Geoff takes Sylvie out for the evening and the young ghost starts to appear at awkward moments to plead his case and ask over and over for help.
Well where there are ghosts there is usually trouble and Geoff gets into all sorts of bother whilst trying his best to do what he feels is right without upsetting too many people. Things rarely turn out well when ghosts and murder are involved and this story doesn't disappoint in that respect.
Full of funny quips, a talking bobcat, a demon and lots of twists and turns, this story is full of enjoyment. I love the Death stories. They never fail to make me happy and satisfy my reading needs.
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