The Blackie & Care Feline Mysteries Omnibus - Books 1 and 2

Summary

Introducing Blackie, an unusual feline hero, and his companion Care in this dark mystery series.
The Ninth Life
The past is an enigma to Blackie, the voice of Clea Simon's dark new mystery. This unusual feline hero and his pink-haired companion, Care, are two small creatures struggling to survive in a nightmarish urban landscape, fighting not only for their own lives but to avenge the memories of those they love.
As Dark As My Fur
Blackie does not trust Care's new client, Mr Gravitz, who hired Care to shadow one of his workers, a man he suspects is stealing from him. Blackie knows the client is lying, but how can he protect Care when he is only a cat? The adventure continues for this detective duo as they fight for their lives and for the memories of those they love.

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