The Great Puptective is more than a mystery—it’s a celebration of unlikely friendships, curiosity, and the joy of following your nose.
Synopsis
A set-in-his-ways housecat has his routine upended by an enthusiastic new puppy with a nose for solving mysteries in this first adorable book in a graphic novel chapter book series perfect for fans of InvestiGators and Narwhal and Jelly.
Truffles the cat is the only pet in the house and reigns in peace and quiet, only exerting himself to find the best place to take a nice, long nap—preferably in a spot of warm sunshine. Then Poppy the puppy bursts onto the scene.
Poppy is loud, enthusiastic, excitable, and—worst of all—a puptective! She’s got an eye for crime and a nose to solve all mysteries that come her way…even though she’s not completely sure what a mystery is.
Truffles cannot let this intrusion stand. Poppy won’t be able to continue disrupting his precious me-time if she’s shipped to the North Pole! But could this irrepressible new companion be just what this grumpy cat needs?
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Alina Tysoe’s debut graphic novel, The Great Puptective, is a delightful romp through the world of fur, friendship, and furry mysteries. Set against a backdrop of cozy living rooms and backyard escapades, this book introduces us to an unlikely duo: Whiskers, the seasoned housecat, and Biscuit, the exuberant puppy with a penchant for sniffing out secrets.
Why You’ll Howl for It
1. Dynamic Duo
Whiskers and Biscuit are the ultimate odd couple. Their banter is equal parts hilarious and heartwarming.
2. Pawsitively Charming
Tysoe’s art style infuses every page with warmth. You’ll want to reach out and pet these characters.
3. Mystery Unleashed
The plot keeps you guessing, and the clues are cleverly woven into everyday pet antics. Who knew a spilled water bowl could hold the key to a grand conspiracy?
The Great Puptective is more than a mystery—it’s a celebration of unlikely friendships, curiosity, and the joy of following your nose. Whether you’re a cat person, a dog person, or somewhere in between, this graphic novel will leave you grinning like a Cheshire cat.
So grab your magnifying glass (or paw) and join Whiskers and Biscuit on their paw-some adventure. Because when it comes to solving mysteries, sometimes you just need a little bark and a lot of purr-sistence. To join in the adventure, you can purchase it here.
About the Author & Illustrator
From the moment she was able to hold a pencil, Alina Tysoe was scribbling away and filling notebooks with doodles of dogs and comics about her family. Today, Alina is an illustrator, 2D animator, and author of What’s Up Beanie: Acutely Relatable Comics, a collection based on her popular webcomic by the same name, the picture book Emi Isn’t Scared of Monsters, and the graphic novel chapter book The Great Puptective. She lives in New Zealand with her husband, Mike, who makes regular appearances in her webcomic, and, infuriatingly, no dogs.
Until next time…Happy Parenting!
~ Momma Braga
*Please note that this book was provided in exchange of an honest review. All opinions are our own.
