Carole Nelson Douglas is a literary chameleon, crafting award-winning novels that fluidly blend contemporary and historical mystery, suspense, fantasy, and science fiction. She is celebrated for her ability to explore the roles of women, often weaving together elements of the supernatural and romance with pressing social issues. Her distinctive voice shines through in her masterful genre-bending narratives, creating compelling worlds and characters that captivate readers across a diverse literary landscape. Douglas's work is marked by its stylistic versatility and keen insight into human nature.
Working on the principle that the more you understand about pain, the more power you have to influence it; this book presents a comprehensive yet accessible guide to the scientific research into pain. It covers everything from the physical and psychological processes to the different types of pain and key issues such as social support.
Temple Barr is a sharp and sassy public relations ace in Las Vegas whose life is finally taking a turn for the better. Hard-nosed homicide lieutenant Carmen Molina is too busy chasing after her own ex-lover, rogue L.A. cop Rafi Nadir, to pursue Temple's boyfriend, sexy magician Max Kinsella, and nobody Temple knows has been murdered... at least, not in the past few weeks. Temple takes this downtime as a signal she should buy a new pair of Jimmy Choo spike heels, and accept the job of planning a glitzy week of opening events for a trendy new furniture showroom. Dealing with temperamental décor mavens is no problem for a woman who's saved leopards from big game hunters, tracked killers through strip clubs, calmed the cantankerous owners of Las Vegas's most glamorous hotel, and seen the ghost of Elvis-until the life of feng shui expert and media-crowned domestic dominatrix Amelia Wong is threatened. Suddenly Temple is neck deep in trouble... and bodies. And Temple has one more problem-one she doesn't even know about: her roommate Louie, and his maybe-daughter Louise, have decided to make sure that Temple's search for a killer furniture arrangement doesn't mean curtains for her. Midnight Inc. Investigations, their PI firm, is on the case. The catch? Louie is Temple's cat. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
As public relations woman Temple Barr tracks a killer at a striptease convention, Midnight Louie, Temple's cat, tries to prevent fading film star Savannah Ashleigh and her purebred Persian from becoming the next victims.
Set in a world filled with supernatural beings, this tale weaves together the lives of zombies, witches, and vampires, exploring their interactions and conflicts. As these creatures navigate their unique challenges, themes of identity, friendship, and the struggle for acceptance emerge. The narrative promises a blend of humor and horror, creating an engaging atmosphere where unlikely alliances form and tensions rise. Readers can expect an imaginative journey through a realm where the paranormal is an everyday reality.
The story features Midnight Louie, a witty and tough-talking tomcat private investigator, as he navigates a mystery to help his beloved roommate retain her romantic relationship. With his signature sass and a loyal gang, Louie embarks on an engaging adventure filled with intrigue and humor, characteristic of Carole Nelson Douglas's renowned series.
Carole Nelson Douglas, award-winning author of the acclaimed Good Night, Mr. Holmes, captivated a host of new readers with Catnap, the first novel in an irresistible new mystery series featuring Midnight Louie -- a jet-black tomcat with an appetite for mystery and an attitude right out of Damon Runyon -- and his red-haired human companion Temple Barr, a publicist in the glittering Las Vegas media scene. Pussyfoot, the sequel to Catnap, was an even bigger success, and mystery fans have been eagerly awaiting the next volume in the series. Cat on a Blue Monday is well worth the wait. Someone is stalking prize-winning purebreds at the annual Las Vegas Cat Show, and Midnight Louie is off on the prowl again. As Louie, aided by a telepathic Birman cat named Karma, follows the scent of the killer, Temple is delving into the past of Matt Devine, the handsome young hotline counselor who's captured her heart. Soon Louie and Temple find themselves up to their tails in blackmail, extortion, and cold-blooded murder. Fans of foul play, feisty female detectives, and feline forensics are sure to find Cat on a Blue Monday just their saucer of milk.
Temple Barr and her fiancé Matt Devine are excited about his participation in a televised Las Vegas charity event, 'Dancing with the Celebs'. However, as Matt struggles with the tango, a killer lurks on the dance floor, creating a dangerous twist to their engagement.
Back in Las Vegas after a holiday trip to the big apple, feline detective Midnight Louie witnesses death on the Nile when the battling Egyptian barges outside the Oasis hotel bring a dead body to the surface. The soggy victim is well known to Louie's redheaded, high-heeled human companion, Temple Barr: her two best beaux are loosely related to the drowned man, and both have reasons to want him dead. Perhaps Temple can finally choose between handsome hotline counselor Matt Devine and the mysterious magician, Ma Kinsella--by finding out which of them is a killer.And then there are the new girls in town: an inscrutable lady magician named Shangri-La, who may play a bigger role in this scenario than anyone might think; and her winsome Siamese familiar, who may solve Louie's problems by giving him the key to her heart--or the key to solving the mystery.
Midnight Louie, jet-black feline sleuth with an attitude, si on the prowl again--and this tme to a rock'n'roll soundtrack. Louie's human partner, Temple Barr, learns that the remodeling of a local hotel is being held up by a ghost--and no ordinary ghost at that. In fact, the workmen sware it's none otyher than that jumpsuit-wearing King of Ronk'n'Roll, Elvis Presley. The opening of Las Vegas's first Elvis-themed attraction might explain this unscheduled appearance. But what of the death threats against the Priscilla Presley-esque daughter of Crawford Buchanan, Temple's professional enemy? And who is the late-night caller to Temple's former suitor, radio counselor Matt Devine, who sounds remarkably like the King of Rock 'N Roll? When a dead Elvis is found, the question is not only whodunit, and why, but who the dead man really is. Could the King himself have been hiding behind the guise of his own imitators, and is he really dead again, or for the first time . . . or not at all?
The book is part of a bestselling series that has gained popularity on USA TODAY's charts. It features engaging characters and a captivating plot that keeps readers hooked. The storyline explores themes of love, adventure, and personal growth, making it relatable and entertaining. Readers can expect a blend of drama and excitement, with twists that add depth to the narrative. This installment promises to further develop the series' beloved characters while introducing new challenges and dynamics.