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15 Books
2 Series & collections
2015 – 2018 Published
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How to Read Alannah Rogers' Books

Alannah Rogers has created a warm, inviting corner of the cozy mystery genre with her character-driven, animal-assisted detective stories. To get the most out of her work, readers should follow the series in order. While each mystery functions as a self-contained story, the overarching character development, interpersonal relationships, and addition of new feline companions progress significantly from book to book.

For the best experience, start with the Beatrice Young Cozy Cat Mysteries in order of publication, and then check out her separate project, the Jamie Burger series.

Beatrice Young Cozy Cat Mysteries in Publication Order

Set in the idyllic but surprisingly crime-prone town of Ashbrook, New Hampshire, this series follows 62-year-old café owner Beatrice Young. Together with her ex-husband Matthew and a trio of highly perceptive cats—Hamish, Lucky, and Petunia—Beatrice solves local puzzles while serving up delicious pastries at the Cozy Cat Café.

The recommended reading order matches the order of publication:

  1. The Counterfeiter-Catching Cat (2015) – Beatrice and her primary feline helpers, Maine Coon Hamish and mischievous black cat Lucky, work to solve a counterfeiting scheme disrupting their quiet town.
  2. The Extortion Cat-astrophe (2015) – A mystery involving blackmail and baking, where local secrets threaten to boil over.
  3. The Tail of the Secret Identity (2015) – The stakes rise when the mayor of Ashbrook is found dead under suspicious circumstances.
  4. The Purrfect Halloween Prank (2015) – A seasonal mystery where a Halloween joke turns serious, requiring quick feline intervention.
  5. The Santa Claws Bandit (2015) – A festive holiday whodunit featuring a thief dressed as Santa Claus robbing local businesses.
  6. The Unfur-tunate Valentine's Scam (2016) – Romance and deception collision in Ashbrook during the year's most romantic season.
  7. The Paw-sitively Cheerful Poisoner (2016) – Beatrice must identify a suspect who is poisoning residents with a surprisingly upbeat attitude.
  8. The Grrr-eat Tiger Chase (2016) – A high-energy adventure that tests the investigative limits of Beatrice's cats.
  9. The Amaw-zing British Murder Mystery (2016) – Beatrice and her feline team leave New Hampshire behind for a trip to a cozy Bed & Breakfast in Cornwall, England.
  10. The Meowy Christmas Kitten (2016) – A heartwarming holiday tale introducing new challenges and a festive local mystery.
  11. The Catnapped Kitten (2017) – The team search for a missing young cat, raising the stakes for the pet-loving community.
  12. The Mewltide Mugger (2017) – Another wintertime mystery that threatens the festive spirit of Ashbrook.
  13. The Valentine's Cat Burglar (2018) – Beatrice and the cats track down a stealthy thief targeting romantic gifts and local treasures.
  14. The Fur-tive Wedding Fiend (2018) – Wedding bells are ringing, but a saboteur threatens to ruin the ceremony unless the cats can intervene in time.

Jamie Burger Series

In addition to her primary cozy cat universe, Alannah Rogers introduced a separate mystery sequence centered around a new protagonist, Jamie Burger. While only one installment has been published, it offers a fresh perspective for fans of the author's narrative style.

  • Nice Day for a Funeral (2016) – This standalone mystery serves as the introduction to the Jamie Burger series, bringing a distinct flavor of humor and amateur sleuthing to the table.

What to Know Before You Start

Alannah Rogers' works are short, quick-paced novellas designed to be read in a single sitting. They fall squarely under the 'clean read' category, meaning you will find no graphic violence, gore, or strong language. The primary draw of the books is the interaction between Beatrice and her cats, who are treated as complete characters with their own personalities and quirks—from the regal Maine Coon Hamish to the clever black cat Lucky. Additionally, the evolution of Beatrice's relationship with her ex-husband Matthew provides a sweet, mature backdrop of second chances and enduring friendship that keeps readers coming back.

Frequently Asked

QWhere should I start reading Alannah Rogers' books?

You should start with The Counterfeiter-Catching Cat, which is the first book in the Beatrice Young Cozy Cat Mysteries. This book introduces the setting of Ashbrook, the protagonist Beatrice Young, and her primary crime-solving cats, Hamish and Lucky.

QCan the Beatrice Young books be read as standalones?

Yes, each book features a self-contained mystery that is fully resolved by the end. However, reading them in order is highly recommended to properly follow the character relationships, seasonal themes, and the introduction of new cats like Petunia.

QWho are the main cats helping Beatrice Young?

Beatrice is aided by her three primary cats: Hamish, a large and perceptive Maine Coon; Lucky, a clever and mischievous black cat; and Petunia, who joins the crew later in the series.

QIs Nice Day for a Funeral connected to the Cozy Cat Café?

No, Nice Day for a Funeral is the first book in the Jamie Burger series and is completely separate from the Beatrice Young universe.

QHow many books are in the Beatrice Young Cozy Cat Mysteries?

There are currently 14 books in the Beatrice Young series, running from the debut in 2015 to the final wedding-themed mystery in 2018.