Reviews
“Gentle humor permeates this novel…”
"Clea Simon stays very true to cat psychology throughout these books despite their fantastic premise. In fact, a large part of the series’ charm comes from the cats and their idiosyncratic view of Becca’s doings. Humans are portrayed with no less affection: it’s...
Booklist “enchanted” by INCANTATION
"Cat lovers, even if not fans of the paranormal, will be enchanted," says Booklist about AN INCANTATION OF CATS. I am overjoyed! Full review as follows: Advanced Review – Uncorrected Proof Issue: December 15, 2019 An Incantation of Cats. By Clea Simon Jan. 2020. 288p....
“I could not put the book down…”
Review of An Incantation of Cats posted today on the MWA Raven Award-winning book blog Dru's Book Musings: "This was an enjoyable, fast-paced and well-written drama that quickly became a page-turner, as I could not put the book down. The heart of this story is told...
“Extremely satisfying…”
Bookblog of the Bristol Library Reviews by the Reference Department of the Bristol Public Library, Bristol, Virginia/Tennessee. Monday, December 9, 2019 An Incantation of Cats: A Witch Cats of Cambridge Mystery by Clea Simon Reviewed by Jeanne Becca Colwin is slowly...
“Simon expertly casts suspicion…”
“”Simon expertly casts suspicion on one member of her tiny human cast after another…”
PW loves “Incantation”!
"In Simon’s entertaining sequel to 2018’s A Spell of Murder... Becca’s cats, each with a distinctive personality, use their individual magical skills in their efforts to solve the case and keep Becca safe. Fans of talking cat cozies will have fun." –...
What’s hot for summer reading?
The Boston Globe asked me to compile a list of new crime fiction, recent releases, and some old favorite that you might have missed (or that merit re-reading) for their summer suggestions. They have some cool lists in other categories, too. Check it out!...
“A fun book…” Thank you!
Another insightful blog review of A Spell of Murder, this time from Laurie's Thoughts (thank you!): I really enjoyed this unique cozy told from a cat’s perspective and the heroine’s point of view. I loved the way in which the author gave the three cats different...
“Just the thing…”
P.J. Coldren, longtime Malice Domestic/St. Martin's Press Best First Mystery judge and fan guest of honor at this year's Malice Domestic has posted a review of A Spell of Murder saying, "Clea Simon's new series may be just the thing..." and concluding, "Great fun for...
Like Rita Mae Brown?
Library Journal weighs in on my A Spell of Murder, recommending it for fans of Rita Mae Brown and Sofie Kelly! "Becca's cats mean well, but when Harriet, the eldest of the three, conjures a pillow, Becca, a member of a coven, believes she did it....