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Wrong Side of the Claw (Mystic Notch Cozy Mystery Series Book 7) Kindle Edition

by Leighann Dobbs (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 out of 5 stars 2,511 ratings
Bookstore owner Willa Chance has no idea that things in Mystic Notch are about to take a turn for the worse.



When a string of robberies escalates to murder, Willa is baffled by the behavior of her sister, the county sheriff. Normally the gung-ho lawwoman would be all over the case, but she seems more interested in doing her nails and picking out jazz music instead.



Willa has no choice but to take it upon herself to investigate. After all, her sister’s reputation is at stake, and a killer is running loose around town. Plus she has a secret weapon—she can see ghosts. Talking to the spirit of a murder victim usually helps solve the case, but not this time. This ghost seems reluctant to help Willa out. Even her boyfriend, neighboring county sheriff Eddie Striker, can’t get the spirit of the victim to give them a straight answer.

But things are even worse than they seem. Pandora and the cats of Mystic Notch know the real reason behind the crime goes a lot deeper than robbery or even murder. Someone has evil plans for Mystic Notch, and the cats need Willa’s help to stop them.



With Gus out of commission and the cats struggling to stop the town’s most notorious feline from gaining the upper hand, the future of Mystic Notch is in jeopardy. It’s going to take a lot of magic to set things right—are Willa and Pandora up for the task?
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    Mystic Notch Cozy Mystery Series
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"While any fan of cozy mysteries will find much to enjoy in this story of murder, suspense, ghosts, and hexes, cat-lovers in particular will revel in it." Virge B., Red Adept Editing, Proofreader

"Wrong Side of the Claw is a wonderful balance between humor and suspense, real-world problems and mystical conundrums, and no one could establish balance in this world better than Willa and her one-of-a-kind cat, Pandora." Amanda K., Copy Editor, Red Adept Editing

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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 13, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
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  • Book 7 of 8 ‏ : ‎ Mystic Notch Cozy Mystery Series
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USA Today bestselling author, Leighann Dobbs, discovered her passion for writing after a twenty year career as a software engineer. She lives in New Hampshire with her husband Bruce, their trusty Chihuahua mix Mojo and beautiful rescue cat, Kitty. When she's not reading, gardening, making jewelry or selling antiques, she likes to write cozy mystery and historical romance books.

Her book "Dead Wrong" won the "Best Mystery Romance" award at the 2014 Indie Romance Convention.

Her book "Ghostly Paws" was the 2015 Chanticleer Mystery & Mayhem First Place category winner in the Animal Mystery category.

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Customers enjoy this cozy mystery series, particularly appreciating the magical elements and the involvement of cats. The book features well-developed characters, with one customer highlighting the interactions between humans and cats, and customers find it easy to read with a quick pace. They appreciate the supernatural elements, with one review mentioning the ability to see and speak to ghosts, and enjoy the humor throughout the story.

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68 customers mention "Enjoyment"68 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the stories in this cozy mystery series, particularly appreciating its magical elements.

"...Another great book by Leighann Dobbs. A must read for those who enjoy cozy mysteries, especially those with cats." Read more

"...Fluff and Felicity are naughty, but that's nothing new. It's a fun read and I recommend it to Cozy Mystery fans." Read more

"...Content--this is a cozy mystery so there's no violence other than the mild description of the murder (he was shot), and I think one mild swear word..." Read more

"Once again, Ms Dobbs gives us another great story in the Mystic Notch series...." Read more

27 customers mention "Character development"27 positive0 negative

Customers love the characters in the book, with one customer particularly appreciating how they interact with cats.

"...And bad guys Fluff and Felicity, and Sarah Delaney, are present. Fluff and Felicity are naughty, but that's nothing new...." Read more

"I really like the characters, the location and this mystery but I really thought that Willa would be more aware of the Magic in Mystic Notch by now...." Read more

"...It's a very nice read and the characters are well written. Looking forward to the next one." Read more

"I read this book for the second time, and I'm wanting more. Great cast of characters (and cats). When will the next book be out?" Read more

25 customers mention "Readability"25 positive0 negative

Customers find the book easy to read, describing it as a quick and fast-moving page-turner.

"...Another great book by Leighann Dobbs. A must read for those who enjoy cozy mysteries, especially those with cats." Read more

"Love the books, but getting frustrated with Willa's obtuseness; when will she finally acknowledge the Magic surrounding her, and pay attention to..." Read more

"...So was the reason for murder until you get the picture. Quick read." Read more

"...Her characters, the locations, all typical New England😊. I enjoy all her books, especially the books with cats solving the crimes...." Read more

14 customers mention "Writing style"14 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the writing style of the book, finding it well-crafted and easy to read, with one customer noting the beautiful descriptions and another mentioning the enjoyable setting.

"...I enjoyed the setting and as always, the story of the cats coming together to help save the day...." Read more

"Well written, enjoyed the plot through the entire series. Looking forward to next book. Have enjoyed all books by this author." Read more

"I enjoy Leighann Dobb's books. Well written, imaginative with continual mayhem amongst the heroes. No boring intervals. Fun from beginning to end." Read more

"Fun to read. Good to imagine, what if cats could talk about human things with one another." Read more

12 customers mention "Love of cats"12 positive0 negative

Customers love the cats in the book, with one mentioning plenty of feline intervention throughout the story.

"I really enjoyed going back to Mystic Notch, as I really love the interaction of all the cats. Of course Pandora is my favorite of the bunch...." Read more

"I was hooked on this series from the first book. I love the cats of Mystic Notch and their little society working through their humans to save the..." Read more

"Mystery with magic, fun characters, magical cats and a book store. All ingredients in another cozy mystery by Dobbs...." Read more

"This one had me stumped.I was shocked at the end. The cats in Mystic Notch are great...." Read more

8 customers mention "Supernatural content"8 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the supernatural elements in the book, with one mentioning that the ghosts add a paranormal aspect to the story, and another noting that the main character can see and speak to them.

"...She can talk to ghosts!!! Why is magic so hard for her to grasp? Hopefully by the next book she is less a skeptic and much more proactive...." Read more

"...She can see and speak to ghosts after all." Read more

"...The ghosts add a more paranormal aspect to the tales ... Or is it tails?? Heehee. Keep them coming!" Read more

"This is a good book for anyone who loves cats and enjoys light paranormal. I hope more books in the series will be released." Read more

4 customers mention "Humor"4 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's humor, with one mentioning it has a romantic comedy element.

"Another great book, always mystery and some humor. The characters are unique and interesting. Each character is a part of a great team...." Read more

"Love this series, cute, and funny." Read more

"...series for cat lovers with a penchant for mystery, magic and a little romantic comedy thrown in for fun..." Read more

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  • Cinda Inman
    5.0 out of 5 stars Something is wrong in Mystic Notch
    Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2019
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    There have been break-ins at the shops in Mystic Notch. However, nothing has been taken. Now Jack McDougall, owner of the sports card store, has been killed with his own gun. Willa Chance, a former journalist, has returned to Mystic Notch when her grandmother died and left her Last Chance Books. Willa's daily visitors Bing Thorndike, a retired magician; Josiah Barrows, the retired postmaster and octogenarian twins Hattie and Cordelia Deering have their own opinions of what is happening in town. However, Willa feels someone is looking for the ingredients to reverse the Pleasantry Charm that was cast nearly 300 years ago by an accused witch, Hester Warren. Her main suspects are Felicity Bates and her large white Persian male cat who wears a pink leash, Fluff, and Sarah Delaney, owner of the antique shop. Augusta (Gus), Willa's sister, the local sheriff, appears to have been "hexed" by someone. Her attitude is not her normal self. All she wants to do is play and sing jazz at the Blue Moon. Willa has enlisted the assistance of her boyfriend, Eddie Striker, the sheriff in the neighboring county of Dixford Pass. Unknown to Willa is the help she is receiving from her cat Pandora and the band of local cats that meet in Elspeth's barn -- Inkspot, the leader, Otis, Kelly, Tigger, Truffles, Snowball, Sasha, Elvira and Hope. Willa's friend, Pepper St. Onge, brings her magical tea and scones to the bookstore every day in an effort to talk over aspects of the case.
    Other suspects are Duane and Anne Crosby, owners of the ice cream store. Anne had been having an affair with Jack. Willa also suspects Mrs. Quimby, the owner of A Good Yarn.
    Can Willa get Gus to drink the "tea" Elspeth has mixed for her to reverse the hex and save Mystic Notch in time?
    Another great book by Leighann Dobbs. A must read for those who enjoy cozy mysteries, especially those with cats.
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  • Allison
    4.0 out of 5 stars A fun read!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2019
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    A fun read! A murder – Jack sells collectible cards; or did until he was killed. A mystery – who is breaking into the shops in town, but stealing nothing, and why? A little Romance – Willa and Striker are still together. And Pandora and the other cats of Mystic Notch, talking together and working out solutions, then guiding their humans in the right direction. A few ghosts. A little magic. What more could you ask for? All your favorite characters from this series make appearances. And bad guys Fluff and Felicity, and Sarah Delaney, are present. Fluff and Felicity are naughty, but that's nothing new. It's a fun read and I recommend it to Cozy Mystery fans.
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  • mara
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another fun Mystic Notch mystery
    Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2019
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    Strange things are going on in the quaint New England town. Several shops have been broken into, but nothing is taken, then someone is murdered. More troubling to Willa Chance owner of Last Chance book store, is her sister, Gus (short for Augusta), the town's sheriff, isn't acting like herself. Gus is usually on top of anything going on in town, and doesn't take kindly to Willa butting into her investigations, but lately Gus doesn't seem to mind and is even being nice to Pandora. On top of that, the ghost of the murder victim doesn't seem the least bit interested in finding out who killed him. That's a first for Willa, as they usually bother her until their murder is solved.

    Willa takes it upon herself to solve the mysterious break-ins and the murder. Are they related, or are they separate crimes that have nothing to do with each other? Of course handsome Eddie Striker, sheriff the next town over and Willa's boyfriend, is there to lend a hand, and Pandora and the rest of the Mystic Notch cats are there to help and protect the humans and Mystic Notch.

    I think this is my favorite Mystic Notch because Willa is finally starting to believe the stories about magic in Mystic Notch, her psychic bond (for lack of a better phrase) with Pandora is getting better, and she's used the glass paperweight for clues. I was as confused as Willa because the clues weren't adding up--that happens when people lie or only tell part of of the truth. One of my favorite parts is the cats meeting in Elspeth's barn and they're trying to remember someone's dog's name--Scuzzball, Scuse-its, Squeakems. Lol, it's Skeezits which is a funny name for a dog. Of course it all works out in the end, because there's still more in store in the mystical town of Mystic Notch.

    Content--this is a cozy mystery so there's no violence other than the mild description of the murder (he was shot), and I think one mild swear word towards the end.
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  • deana
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good
    Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2025
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    Book was clean, got it in good time.
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  • Ruth McDaniel
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another great story
    Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2022
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    Once again, Ms Dobbs gives us another great story in the Mystic Notch series.
    I enjoyed the setting and as always, the story of the cats coming together to help save the day.
    I did feel that part of the mystery was left open (not solved) but I'm going to guess that that'll be addressed in the next story. I can't say too much as it'll give some important info abt the story away.
    However. Suffice to say, I enjoyed this book and look forward to reading the next (but hopefully not last!)
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  • Grandma LuLu
    4.0 out of 5 stars love these books
    Reviewed in the United States on November 22, 2022
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    One thing about these books is that if I get carried away into a project while in the middle of the book, when I return to it I always know what is going on even if it is a few days or a week. Love these stories. Easy going and great to escape to Mystic Notch and get away from these crazy times that we are living in. Than you Leighann Dobbs
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  • bran
    5.0 out of 5 stars Cats , magic and romance and of course ghosts.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 8, 2021
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    Really got me hooked was not sure with first book but now can't wait for the next . The cats especially appeal especially Pandora.
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  • Denise
    5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it and can’t wait for the next one
    Reviewed in Canada on July 19, 2019
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    This was a great read and just makes me anxious for the next one. Love these books and will keep reading as long as they keep coming.
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  • Kindle Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars Gus is under the weather
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 13, 2019
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    A good read but not as good as the others. Seemed a bit haphazard in places and really left the other question unanswered - how far have they got in gathering up the ingredients? A plot of break-ins, infidelity, murder and hexes. The cats too seemed to have been a bit left out of the action. I know that they had quite a bit of the storyline but nothing concrete.
    A spate of break-ins, where nothing is taken, has the town on edge. But when a murder takes place, things really heat up. The only problem is is that Gus seems unconcerned about the whole thing and her investigation leaves a lot to be desired. The cats too are unsettled. Is someone searching for the ingredients that the town is after? Did they managed to piece together the page that held the spell and had been scattered to the four winds? Infidelity, stolen money, a ghost who is unhelpful, a hex and a stubborn sister. Can she help in solving the clues and getting the killer? Are the two crimes connected?
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  • Mitch44
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love this series!!
    Reviewed in Canada on July 3, 2019
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    This series is always so light and enjoyable!! The story line keeps you guessing to the end. Always a page turner.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 9, 2020
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    Enjoyable and easy reading, just long enough to keep you entertained. It's always nice to sit in the sun and enjoy with a coffee
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