Cat and Mouse — series

Tropes & Themes

How it starts

Adeline Reilly inherits her great-grandmother's gothic mansion, Parson's Manor, in Seattle, aiming for a fresh start. As a successful author, she anticipates a peaceful life but soon encounters unsettling events: mysterious break-ins, roses left behind, and threatening messages that seem more like eerie promises. Adeline realizes she has a stalker. Delving into her family's past, she discovers her great-grandmother's haunting journals detailing a similar experience with a shadowy figure, leading to her brutal murder. Parson's Manor holds more than memories—it harbors a grim future that could see history repeating itself, especially if Adeline falls in love with her stalker first. ⚠️ Content note: This book contains graphic violence, dubious consent, and other dark themes. First in the Cat and Mouse series.