BRUSHED UP ON MURDER

The life of a cat groomer isn’t just pampering purring felines, it's murder.

Mobile Cat Groomer Molly Stewart loves her job. Until she finds the dead body of one of her pet parents stabbed with a garden implement in his back yard. When Molly’s uncle Russ becomes the prime suspect in the murder and the sheriff won’t consider anyone else, Molly claws through obstacles as she prowls for clues.

With help from handsome veterinarian Hank Chenowith and Molly’s two cats, Percival and Jasper, will Molly succeed in proving her uncle’s innocence before the real murderer pounces on her?

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“Brushed Up On Murder was a very entertaining read that I thoroughly enjoyed. I am looking forward to visiting Molly, Percival, Jasper, and the rest of these fine characters again soon in the next Mobile Cat Groomer Mystery." 

~ Escape with Dollycas Into A Good Book

“The first in a new series, Brushed Up On Murder is an enjoyable cat-centric mystery. There’s action, laughs, and intrigue along with several plausible suspects and two adorable cats.” 

~ Cozy Up With Kathy

“I look forward to spending more time with this fun cast of characters, and especially watching Molly’s relationship with hunky vet Hank evolve!” 

~ Melissa’s Mochas, Mysteries, Meows

“Brushed Up On Murder by Ruth J. Hartman is an entertaining cozy mystery with likable characters (both human and feline) and an intriguing plot with several layers to unpack. 4 stars / loved it!” 

~ Carrie, Reading is My Super Power

“If cozy mysteries and cats are some of your interests, Brushed Up On Murder will be a cute read for you. Clues are gathered, the crimes are discussed and evaluated, and there are cats, cats, and more cats and delightful small-town vibes.” 

~ JoAnne, Novels Alive Book Blog

“Full of twists and turns, Brushed Up On Murder kept me on the edge of my seat as I attempted to solve the murder with Molly. I look forward to the next book.” 

~ Sapphyria’s Books