Description
“Suspicion is second nature to any woman who’s raised three kids.”
After decades of marriage, motherhood, and grandmotherhood, Cat Caliban is looking for a new career. Detective work seems a logical choice. So, she sells her suburban house, buys an apartment building in a “transitional” neighborhood, and begins her training, only to discover a dead body in an upstairs apartment. What’s the connection between a murdered homeless woman and the Golden Age of Hollywood silent movies? Cat races to discover it before the killer can strike again. In this first book of the popular Cat Caliban series, Cat assembles her colorful cast of helpers and neighborhood hangers-on.
A Kindle #1 Best Seller.
—“I’m going to say something about this book that I don’t think I’ve ever said about a book: I loved every word!”
Pat Luboff, Underrated Reads
—“Cat Caliban is a private investigator. Not yet licensed. Past her first youth. She can be rather loud. And rather rude. And swear a fair bit. The sort of person you are either going to love or hate.
D. B. Borton’s novel opens a series featuring Cat Caliban and her cats. It was first published in the 1980s. Today it’s worthy of classic status.
There’s lots of humour and a plot that doesn’t disappoint. A book to lose yourself in on a cold winter’s night. This is a series I think I could easily get addicted to before much longer.”Robin Price (Reviewer), The NetGalley Team
—“I enjoyed this fun look at women-of-a-certain-age who refuses to do what is expected. Also I was happy Cat not only finds a new vocation in her post-menopausal years, but she discovers a compatible group of new friends and allies in the tenants of her newly-purchased apartment complex. Another plus is that a young man of limited mental resources helps her out, and she graciously allows him to enjoy the accolades, thus increasing his self-worth. One for the Money isn’t great literature but is definitely a fun read.”
Suanne Schafer, Midwest Book Review
—“A completely unique plot . . . . I enjoyed how relatable the main character was, and pretty funny too . . . . I loved it.”
Tracie Crane, Goodreads reader
—“Overall I loved it. A perfect lighthearted funny murder mystery book. I can’t wait to see what happens to them next.”
Kyra D[elaney], Simply Kyra
—“One for the Money is a tasty recipe for an old-fashioned mystery. Toss in a little Jessica Fletcher (Murder She Wrote) and a sprinkling of Agatha Christie’s Miss Marple and you have a wonderfully entertaining read. . . . Was this great literature? Maybe not, but it certainly was fun! I understand there are three more books in the series. I’m looking forward to having a gin and tonic with Cat and her neighbors.”
Dianna Marshall, Amazon Vine
—“One for the Money” is set in the mid-1980s and Cat’s persona is one of a middle-aged, salty-tongued woman who could give any sailor a run for his money in the language department. She’s witty, sarcastic and an all ‘round hoot. Where this novel shines is in the dialogue. Author D. B. Borton has either lived among the street people or spent lots of time studying the street vernacular because the dialogue is absolutely spot on in its authenticity and accuracy, including the dropped syllables. It’s as if you can actually “hear” the accents and the unique manner in which information is exchanged on the street. This aspect alone is sufficient to recommend “One for the Money” as a worthwhile and entertaining read.”
Sandra Hardy, Read My Lips
—“This was a really fun story and lots of laughs.”
Lacey Harrington, Goodreads reader
—“I thoroughly enjoyed One for the Money, which is a fun read that doesn’t take itself too seriously. . . . One for the Money is a good read that I have no hesitation in recommending.”
Elaine Tomasso, Goodreads reader
—“Wonderful stuff.”
Kathy Phillips, Drood Review of Mystery
—“Great fun.”
Sharon Wells, Mysterious Women
—“This series is great. I don’t know what else to say about it except read it for yourself. You won’t be disappointed . . I hope D. B. Borton never tires of writing about Cat and her friends. I know I won’t tire of reading about them.”
Sharon Wells, Mysterious Women
—“A wit and warmth you’ll love.”
Mary Alice Gorman, Mystery Lovers Bookshop News
—“Funny, witty, and interesting quirky characters.”
M. Kamp, Amazon reader
—“Once I start one of Borton’s books, I virtually inhale it.”
Sharlotte Donnelly, Amazon reader
—“Filled with humor and wit, One for the Money will appeal to every mystery buff.”
Sharlotte Donnelly, Amazon reader
—“A stellar mystery writer.”
Mystery Lovers Bookshop News
—“Read it for yourself. You won’t be disappointed.”
Kathleen Swanholt, Mysterious Women
—“One for the Money was one of the best books I have read in a long while. Cat Caliban has it all, feistiness, amazing neighbors and attack cats. What more could one ask for? I can’t wait to read the next one.”
Becky Abbott, retired librarian, Santa Fe Public Library
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