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Jim Qwilleran, a prize‑winning journalist for the Daily Fluxion, is assigned to cover modern art. When an art gallery falls into chaos—murders, vandalism, and fatal accidents—Jim turns to his unusual partner, Koko the Siamese cat, known for her uncanny detective skills. Together, they navigate the small‑town mystery, using Jim’s investigative instincts and Koko’s keen senses to unravel the crime and bring justice to the art community.
First publish date: 1966
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Cozy Mystery
Authors: Lilian Jackson Braun
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