Monkey See, Monkey Die: Reigning Cats & Dogs    by Cynthia Baxter Order:  USA  Can Bantam, 2008 (2008) Paperback, e-Book Read an Excerpt     Reviewed by Mary Ann Smyth In the seventh Reigning Cats & Dogs mystery, Monkey See, Monkey Die, veterinarian Jessica Popper waits in a diner for her old vet school friend Erin Walsh. Erin had asked to talk to Jessica but never appears. Turns out she had a good excuse. She was murdered! Since Jessica had helped solve previous murders, Erin's sister begs her to find out who killed Erin. As Jessica is about to be married - which is harder and harder for her to accept - another murder case is not going to make her soon-to-be husband very happy. He's afraid for her to be involved once again in such a serious investigation, putting herself in jeopardy. Erin was a zoo keeper and somehow Jessica is sure illegal trade of endangered species is involved. Author Cynthia Baxter uses her scenario to get in a few words on the trafficking of wild animals and the effects that has on the global picture. (Personally, I find it hard to go to a zoo now after seeing so many wonderful and beautiful creatures running free on the Serengeti.) This is a fun series and just the thing to while away a few escapist hours. Regarding the question raised in the very last sentence of this clever novel, fans will have to wait for an answer from the next Reigning Cats & Dogs adventure. Note: Opinions expressed in reviews and articles on this site are those of the author(s) and not necessarily those of BookLoons. Find more Mystery books on our Shelves or in our book Reviews