A Dickens of a Cat and Other Stories of the Cats We Love
by Callie Smith Grant, Editor
Published by Revell Books
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Reviewed by Lisa Frisbie
This easy-to-read book features funny and poignant stories written by cat lovers,for cat lovers. Anyone who has been owned by a cat will recognize the many antics and the often endearing qualities of the pets described in these pages.
Editor Callie Smith Grant gathered stories from her friends and some of her favorite writers, themed around the joys and heartaches of having a cat in the house. With a forward by author H. Norman Wright, the book is a perfect choice to read by your fireplace on a chilly winter evening.
“The Cat Who Loved Chemo” is the true story of a cat who made cancer treatments more bearable for the author during an incredibly difficult struggle to survive.
“Out of the Woods” describes a cat who showed up at the doorstep one morning while the author was on a sojourn in the Cascade Mountains. The cat soon felt right at home.
These and other stories will warm the heart of any cat lover. Although currently a pet-free home (we travel too much!) I found myself missing the companionship of a cat after reading these short, well-crafted stories. Two dozen stories are here, each one written by a different cat owner; each one a loving tribute to our furry friends.
Armchair Interviews says: Cat lovers, this one is for you!