Charlie and Diesel hit the road, along with Helen Louise, to visit Helen Louise's cousins in Ireland during their honeymoon. Tragedy strikes immediately upon their arrival. Helen Louise's cousin, the current baron of an ancient family and castle, falls off the roof of the castle as they were arriving. It's as devastating as it is confusing-the baron was well known to be terrified of heights. Why was he up there? And did someone help him over the edge? While we miss some of our favorite characters back home in Athena, the Irish slang, history, and landmarks make this an especially charming addition to the series.

Such a fun book in the series! Miranda James' research for Ireland and its language and the scenery brings everything to life. Unfortunately, as a mystery someone has to die, but I wish it were someone I didn't want to get to know better. Diesel and his humans help the local guards in discovering who might have been responsible and have delightful adventures along the way.

During their honeymoon trip to Ireland, Charlie Harris and his lovely new bride (and since this is a Cats in the Stacks mystery - Diesel is along for the ride!) look forward to time at Castle O'Brady. They are there to visit Mary Louise's Irish relatives and to also celebrate the 100th birthday of her uncle Baron Finn O'Brady. Charlie and Mary Louise barely arrive at Castle O'Brady before they witness the death of Uncle Finn. Charlie's investigative skills are needed as there are many secrets and grudges concerning those in and around the castle. Threatening messages lead Charlie to wonder who else is in danger ....especially since Uncle Finn's body isn't the only one found. The new setting means that there are no familiar faces (Melba, Azalea, etc.) that the reader knows aren't involved in the killings. Practically everyone is a suspect in Something Whiskered.
Thanks to Berkley, Miranda James and NetGalley for this ARC.

I have read all of the Charlie and Diesel books. I didn’t enjoy this one as much as the others. I’m not sure taking Diesel along on Charlie and Helen Marie’s honeymoon to Ireland was a good idea. There were a lot of details about people and room descriptions. . Some seemed unnecessary. The story started out with a bang, but then spent too much time on other things that didn’t seem very relevant. I personally wouldn’t take a cat oversees, I know Diesel is popular but I think that traveling with him would be an imposition. The mystery itself was pretty good, but there were too many possible suspects. I felt that parts of the story dragged.

Long time readers of this series will be happy to see Charlie and Helen Louise set off to Ireland for their honeymoon. Have no fear, Charlie’s beloved Maine Coon cat, Diesel, is also along for the journey. For those that like the mysterious action to start early in a book, this is the one for you! Literally upon their arrival at Helen Louise’s distant family homestead, they are met with a tragic death. Of course, Charlie’s inquisitive mind soon lands him in the thick of things. Descriptions of the scenery are lovely and frequent use of Irish slang (which is translated for the reader) by many characters is great fun and educational. Surely the Harrises will be happy to return home, but the change of scene for this novel is most welcome.