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Reviews for Cat O'Nine
Tales
by Deborah Macgillivray
***** Perfect for the holidays or any winter evening.
Bad Cat
Ian St. Giles went to his neighbor, Katlyn MacKenzie, to complain -
again - about her cat's behavior. He ended up with a dinner date.
Getting It In The End
When James Kinlock, a book reviewer, was assigned to cover a
week-long Historical Romance Writers Renaissance Faire, his first
thought was that it was going to be the longest week of his life.
That changes when he literally bumps into a goddess with a big cat.
Too bad she despises him. Turns out the lovely author is one he
enjoys giving horrible reviews about.
Double, Double, Toil & Trouble
The feud between the MacKinnon and Grant families has gone on for
over a century. Tempers had started to cool until the rightful
ownership of a five-hundred-year-old castle came into question.
Gillian Grant's family was supposed to inherit the castle when Cian
McKinnon's grandfather passed away. Instead, it went to Cian.
Gillian's temper is as wild as her cat is fat and Cian loves the
fact.
Rider In The Storm
Ciara MacIain's fiancé, Derek Adams, died exactly seven years ago
due to a drunk driver. All this time Ciara has grieved. She finally
decides it is time to let go of Derek. Very shortly afterward, Ciara
stops to help Roarke Devlin, whose car had gotten stuck in the exact
spot Derek had died. Ciara cannot help but think there is something
special about Roarke. Her cat, Sinnjinn, agrees.
Devil In Spurs
Desdein Deshaunt played the part of the ton buffoon to hide his true
identity. He was a horse breeder by day and a buffoon by night. He
was also a highwayman on a mission to crush those responsible for
his father's death.
All I Want For Christmas Is A Hula-Hoop ... And A Mother
Keon Challenger is firmly wrapped around his five-year-old
daughter's little finger and he knows it. Little Allison did not
simply write Santa a letter and send it out in the post; instead
Allison sent Santa's letter via email. Sometimes his little girl is
too intelligent and mature for her own good. Shortly before
Christmas Eve, Keon drives Allison to her ballet class and meets the
new teacher, Leslie Seaforth. Looks like Keon's daughter and
Leslie's cat have the same Christmas present in mind this year.
Blue Christmas Cat
Dara Seaforth (sister to Leslie from the previous tale) has felt
lonely since her cat, Dexter, passed away six weeks ago. How is Dana
supposed to write a hot romance by deadline when her own life is so
empty? Then Dara hears the mournful meowing outside, in the
snowstorm, and rescues a freezing British Blue cat. The tag on the
cat's collar gives the feline's name, Elvis. The cat's human
companion, Rhys St.John, is someone Dara is already familiar with.
Chicken What DuHell (Or Bubba The Cat Plays Matchmaker)
Royce Torqhill Remington Kinross, the thirteenth Marquis of Dunmoor
and Seafeld, was tired of gold digging women constantly hounding
him. Now he goes by the name Remy Kinross, in New Orleans, and hides
behind a Cajun accent. The only woman making him look twice lately
is Catonia Flemyn. But every time she stops by it's because his cat,
Bubba, has left another serpent gift for her. (BTW, Bubba is cousin
to the cat of the first story.)
A Very Special Man
Desdemona "Dezzy" loves the huge cat, Simon, which had somehow found
and adopted her. But she has no idea that Simon is not really a cat.
***** Nine short stories and novellas that will amuse everyone -
whether they like cats or not. Historical Romances, Super Natural,
Modern Contemporary...this book has a bit of everything. Enchanting
tales for the most wicked, award-winning author today! Spellbinding!
A treat for all! And a puurrr-fect way to spend any winter night.
*****
Detra Fitch, Huntress Reviews
***** A Purrfect Read - Something for Everyone!
CAT O'NINE TALES is a special anthology edition of nine delectable
stories of romance and the kitty cats that play critical parts in
helping their humans recognize that one special person they need in
their life!
BAD CAT - MacGillivray tackles an archaic law from Destin, Florida
stating, "Any dog or cat which attacks and bites a person, or
another animal without provocation, shall be deemed a `bad dog or
`bad cat' and the owner shall pay civil penalty of one hundred
dollars".
By using that law as the basis of the first story in this wonderful
anthology, MacGillivray uses a part Scottish wildcat, Auggie, to
drive owner Katlyn's very sexy neighbor, Ian Giles out of his mind.
Once Auggie brought over the fence to meet his sexy owner, then it's
up to Katlyn to bring him to his knees. Or was it the other way
around? Either way, the reader probably won't care because Auggie,
the `bad cat' knew what he was doing! This was funny and very hot
and steamy!
GETTING IT IN THE END - Romance writer Catlynne Falconer and her
half Scottish wildcat Jack attend the Writers Renfaire in York,
England. There they run into the one man Catlynne hates, book
reviewer James Douglas Kinloch. He has trashed every one of
Catlynne's romance books and despite their physical attraction she
only wants to distance herself from him - but she never expected him
to look like every gorgeous hero she'd ever dreamed of.
Obviously, MacGillivray's original cat character Jack is not going
to let two people who should be together, let a difference of
opinion ruin what he deems to be a match made in heaven. Jack the
once finicky cat picks out James to join his family and James is
more than willing to chase and win over the very sexy and highly
desirable author he'd trashed. Passionate confrontations end up sexy
and very steamy when Ms. MacGillivray let's her imagination and
originality run loose.
DOUBLE, DOUBLE, TOIL AND TROUBLE -Setting her story in her beloved
Scotland the two protagonists are Gillian Grant and Cian MacKinnon
who are being observed by their centuries old forebears. Both are
besotted with one another but stubborn pride rules Gillian and Cian
needs to somehow break down her defenses in letting go of the age
old feud.
MacGillivray sets a warm and poignant tale in this contemporary
story complete with ghosts from the past, as well as one very fat
cat called Basil. Her leads are very much attracted to one another
but because of Cian inheriting the Castle Dunnascaul - which legend
says was supposed to revert back to the Grants; Gillian, who
inherited the caretakers cottage, was going to make Cian's life as
miserable as possible in spite of the chemistry that flamed between
them. The ghostly presence and observations of their grandparents
belief leant a heartwarming touch to this romance.
RIDER IN THE STORM - Ciara MacIain had stopped living seven years
ago when her beloved fiancé Derek had died in an automobile
accident. On the anniversary of his death she found herself
traveling down the same road at the same time of that long ago
fateful night and like déjà vu spotted another red sports car
plunged off the side of the road in the exact same spot.
This story had an almost mystic tone. The driver of the car was not
Ciara's beloved Derek, but Roarke Fraser Devlin, a tall dark
handsome man who Ciara sensed a peculiar familiarity about him.
Earlier Ciara had made a wish on the `blue moon' and she thought
that it inspired the feeling of recognition but could it have
ignited her very soul? Would her heart recognize his? Awesome
imagery, heart tugging intensity this was simply beautiful. Warning
- have tissues nearby for this one!
DEVIL IN SPURS - The `Devil in Spurs' was the name given to a
mysterious rogue highwayman, who by day was a foppish yet
politically powerful nobleman, Desdein Deshaunt, the Marquis de
Fournier. Unfortunately, Desdein's beloved brother had been
mistakenly arrested as the `devil in spurs' by an enemy that had
years ago shot and killed their father. Desdein had to devise a plan
to save his brother and take revenge on his enemy. Specifically by
kidnapping and holding his enemies daughter hostage... only his
hostage would be the one to capture his heart.
In this dashing and emotional tale, the author depicts Lady Ashlyn
Findlater perfectly as a forlorn young lady whose only experience of
being loved was through the companionship of her beloved and aging
cat Cyril. Ashlyn wasn't concerned for herself about being carried
off by the highwayman but would fight to the death before leaving
her cat behind. In using Ashlyn's vulnerability from being neglected
by her father, the author made it easy for Desdein to feel
protective towards her as the ice around his own heart began to
melt. For it was Desdein's feeling of sympathy that allowed him to
see into her heart. Even though he was masked Ashlyn recognized
Desdein by his eyes. Her only concern was that if she were to die,
or be ravished (which she was actually hoping for) that Cyril be
taken care of. Delightfully sensual, and emotional are the first
words that come to mind when describing this very special love
story.
ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS IS A HULAHOOP...AND A MOTHER -
Take one precocious five year old angel, a devastatingly handsome
dad, a sexy ballet teacher, one fat cat, a pony, and a blizzard -
tuck them away in a snug cabin in the country and you'll have all
the ingredients needed to make one magical Christmas where
everyone's wish comes true.
MacGillivray once again proves whether writing a long Medieval or
Contemporary she is entirely up to the challenge of packing a wallop
of entertainment into a short story! I had a smile on my face from
beginning to end with this delightful tale. Who wouldn't want to be
snowbound with a handsome guy with a sexy name like Keon Challenger.
Keon's daughter Allison captured your heart immediately, and along
with Leslie and her pets, you'll find yourself enchanted. Be they
human or animal, MacGillivray continually creates characters that
worm their way into the readers heart.
BLUE CHRISTMAS CAT -
After 15 years away Rhys St. John, who was Dara Seaforth's first and
only love has come back home, wealthy and as handsome as ever. As
she faces the prospect of Christmas alone she's particularly
miserable since her beloved kitty Dexter had died. Rhys had come
back to declare his love for Dara but if looks could kill, he'd be
dead. Instead, he's out searching for his unruly cat Elvis who's run
away in the midst of a snow storm. At least Rhys could track him by
following Elvis' tracks... tracks that led straight to Dara's door.
This was really cute, with the author naming the cat Elvis and using
the background lyrics from Elvis Presley's song "Blue Christmas" to
give more substance to the story. Not that she needed it mind you
with Rhys being a truly wonderful take charge kind of guy. After a
fifteen year absence most could wonder why this guy could even
`think' he had a shot with a woman he'd left behind, but the author
tied it all up by having Dara a romance author herself. By reading
all of her romance novels, Rhys knew he had a chance, because even
he could see, that all her heroes were based on him. Along with the
smug cat who just might have been a reincarnation of Dexter - well,
you'll just have to read this and form your own opinion. I have mine
but I'm not saying!
CHICKEN WHAT DU HELL - Remy (aka Royce Torqhill Remington Kinross,
the 13th Marquis of Dunmoor and Seafeld) and his cat Bubba were not
scoring points with the gifts Bubba was dropping off at their
beautiful neighbor Catonia's house. Although Bubba, who kept bumping
his head in adoration of Catonia's beautiful boob seemed to be
getting a lot further along in the romance department than his
master; Remy was bound and determined to change that right quick!
What a wonderful and amusing story. Next to RIDER IN THE STORM, I
think this had to be one of my favorites. I absolutely adored Bubba
the cat, whom Remy thought must have been a `rogue' in another life
and been turned into a cat by a jealous witch - he seemed so human
and was getting all those booby caresses! Remy when he turned on his
Cajun accent was a sensual delight, with his wonderfully delicious
`pick-up' lines. All the characters were well-developed and this
short story simmered with sensuality.
A VERY SPECIAL MAN - Lately, Desdemona "Dezzy" Vashon has been
having some very erotic and perfectly sultry dreams. The fact that
she wakes up each morning with the blankets on the floor and rather
exposed has her confiding in her cat Simon. What Dezzy has no way of
knowing is that Simon is really a man, trapped inside a cat's body.
Simon knows Dezzy is the only one who can break the curse - with
just the right amount of persuasion!
Wrapping up this cleverly conceived and positively entertaining
anthology of romances featuring some very special felines, award
winning author Deborah MacGillivray manages to offer up a modicum of
different genres where kitty cats are oftentimes the real heroes!
One thing for sure, no matter how long or short the story, all ends
will be tied up nicely while delivered in well-written sparkling
prose, including humorous and titillating dialogs, and steamy
sensual encounters. This would make the purrfect gift for the
cat-lovers on your Christmas list.
Marilyn Rondeau
50% of Ms. Macgillivray's royalties will be donated to ALLEY CATS,
helping rescue homeless cats and to find them a home worldwide.
www.alleycats.org
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