This book is told mostly from the point of view of tabby cat Aubrey who was recently adopted from cat rescue group. He has settled nicely into his new home, even making friends with the neighborhood cats.

Unfortunately, one of the kinder humans, an older gentleman is killed. With his previous owner killed as well, Aubrey decides to investigate the murder himself.

Aubrey is a cat and unlike Joe Grey, he can't talk directly to humans. But he can communicate quite clearly with other kitties and that allows us readers into their cat world.

This is a gritty story with a bit of snark from the cats, so I hesitate to call this a cozy. Perhaps a cozy with an edge. Still, I think that any cozy reader who loves cats will enjoy the book.

Recommended for cozy readers especially if you love kitties. I enjoyed it so much that I purchased the rest of the series!