Whales and Tails Mystery

Genres: Amateur Sleuth; Animal Cozy Mysteries; Female Sleuths; Romantic Suspense; Paranormal Cozy Mysteries

Synopsis

On the surface, Madrona Island is a charming seaside community—but beneath its postcard-perfect exterior lies a place where secrets run deep, and murder is never far behind.

Fourth-generation islander Caitlin “Cait” Hart divides her time between helping run her aunt’s cat sanctuary and co-owning a cozy café, bookstore, and cat lounge. But when bodies begin to turn up—from abandoned buildings to the shadowy depths of the island’s mysterious Hollow—Cait finds herself drawn into one investigation after another.

Guided by intuition, loyal friends, and an uncanny group of cats who seem to appear at just the right moment, Cait uncovers everything from long-buried secrets and cold cases to deadly grudges hiding in plain sight. As the island evolves and tensions rise, each mystery reveals another layer of truth about the people who call Madrona home—and the dangers they’re willing to hide.

With a touch of magic woven through its windswept shores—especially in places like the Hollow, where something ancient watches and guides—Cait must rely on both instinct and courage to protect her community. Because on Madrona Island, even the cats know when something is wrong… and they always lead her to the truth.