Book two in the Cat In The Stacks mystery series featuring librarian Charlie Harris and his Maine coon cat, Diesel.

James Delacorte is an aging, eccentric millionaire, who frequents the library where Charlie volunteers. He asks for a private meeting, and lets Charlie know that he had a collection of rare books he would like catalogued. In fact, he suspects someone is stealing from the collection. Within hours of beginning the inventory, however, Mr Delacorte is dead, and someone in the household must have done it.

I like Charlie and we learn more about his background in this installment. His son, Sean, arrives unannounced, but makes himself quite useful in the investigation. And, of course, Diesel is always present.

The mystery is satisfyingly concluded, though I guessed the culprit fairly early. Still, I enjoyed watching the characters figure it out. And, I love all the literary references. ( )

Not bad, but the worst attempt at a male narrator I have read in a very long time. ( )

Wealthy bibliophile James Delacorte asks Charlie Harris to help him catalogue his collection of first editions because he suspects somebody has been stealing valuable items.

The Delacorte family were fun to watch, and the book was generally more assured than the first one, confirming that this is a series to continue with. ( )

Wasn't sure what to expect, but a fun read. Really love the characters and the writing style. Well paced, and of course, who doesn't love a cat? ( )

Fun quick read. Traded