Assessment:

Plot/Idea: The story's primary murder happens almost immediately, starting the action off strong. The characters are well-developed and likable, and their methodical way of investigating the murder leads to a surprise perpetrator in the end. This is a solid cozy mystery, with minimal violence and high entertainment value.

Prose: The prose is easy to read, the story engaging, and the author's style allows for humor to be injected into the narrative without sacrificing the mystery aspects. 

Originality: The novel follows all the expected cozy mystery rules, but the setting and its particulars are original.

Character/Execution: The characters are well drawn, especially Autumn, a faux-hippie who wears bell bottoms, peace t-shirts, and John Lennon glasses. The women's cats, who dislike each other, are amusing as well, and eventually decide to co-exist peacefully, with the help of some of the story's quirky characters. 

Date Submitted: August 22, 2023