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genstrong's review against another edition
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.75
A very easy and fast read. I enjoyed most of the book but felt that the ending was contrived. I had been expecting something deeper and more philosophical given that the character of Jon (the all-knowing philosopher) was meant to grant wishing but it ended up being rushed, simplistic and not that moving. I also felt there was something strange about how the cats in particular talked about gender, and I then I realised the writers are both male and it made complete sense. I hadn’t looked up the writers before starting the book but saw their bios at the end. Gender is treated as a “binary is natural” concept and even the scene with sexual assault seemed unrealistic, like how a man would imagine the scene to go rather than giving visceral “lived experience” vibes. Overall, it was ok but not recommendation-worthy.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Mental illness, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Terminal illness, Grief, Pregnancy, and Sexual harassment
thesapphiccelticbookworm's review against another edition
hopeful
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Animal death, Death, Mental illness, and Grief
lesejaguar's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
Bought the book for the cover and got disappointed.
I really liked the way the stories were intertwined with each other and the changing of perspective between cat and human.
But overall the characters felt a bit flat to me. And there is a real male gaze problem which turned me off the book so much.
I really liked the way the stories were intertwined with each other and the changing of perspective between cat and human.
But overall the characters felt a bit flat to me. And there is a real male gaze problem which turned me off the book so much.
Content Warnings
Minor: Animal death, Death, Mental illness, Terminal illness, and Grief
symmetra's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
I was expecting something lighthearted with low stakes, narrated by cats. That's not what this is. There are some of the funny moments of being inside a cat's head I wanted, but humans sharing their perspectives took away from feeling like the cats got to know their owner - I felt like they knew because I knew. The treatment of mental health conditions and other heavy topics felt poorly handled.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death, Death, Mental illness, Sexual assault, and Grief
fadingmoths's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
reflective
relaxing
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness and Grief
Moderate: Animal death, Death, Sexual assault, and Sexual harassment
Minor: Dementia
icarusandthesun's review against another edition
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
charming, however a tad underwhelming.
it's definitely one of the prettiest hardbacks i own now, and i was really excited for it with makoto shinkai (the filmmaker of your name and weathering with you) having been involved and all.
but something was missing. i could go ahead, say it was boring and call it a day, but that wouldn't do it justice at all.
i suppose it was missing the sort of excitement that comes with uniqueness. because though it was a very heartfelt book with unique characters, it didn't feel very ... new? earth-shattering?
everything about the book was just fine, yk. but 'fine' books usually aren't the ones that stick with you for a long time.
very wholesome, forgettable, and wise in a very conventional type of way.
it's definitely one of the prettiest hardbacks i own now, and i was really excited for it with makoto shinkai (the filmmaker of your name and weathering with you) having been involved and all.
but something was missing. i could go ahead, say it was boring and call it a day, but that wouldn't do it justice at all.
i suppose it was missing the sort of excitement that comes with uniqueness. because though it was a very heartfelt book with unique characters, it didn't feel very ... new? earth-shattering?
everything about the book was just fine, yk. but 'fine' books usually aren't the ones that stick with you for a long time.
very wholesome, forgettable, and wise in a very conventional type of way.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Animal death and Grief
Minor: Mental illness, Terminal illness, and Sexual harassment
etpreads's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Mental illness and Grief
Minor: Death and Sexual assault
sea_sea's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
This book is a really cute multiple pov story. It deals with mental illness topics and cats! Overall it was a really nice and quick read. It was also really fun while reading to see how all the people and cats were linked in the book.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Grief, Pregnancy, Abandonment, and Sexual harassment
Minor: Animal death, Eating disorder, Misogyny, Suicidal thoughts, Terminal illness, Dementia, Death of parent, and Toxic friendship
amandalorianxo's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
If you have cats or know anyone that has a strong relationship with a cat, this little collection might be perfect for them. This was a book that didn’t try to hide the feelings of all the female main characters of this book. Four short stories that intermingle with each other, we glimpse the lives of four women and their respective cats. I loved the fact that depression wasnt hidden away and one of the cats was able to recognize it. I also felt connected to Miyu & her inability to communicate until it’s too late.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Grief
Minor: Death
catandherbooks's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.75
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death and Grief
Minor: Panic attacks/disorders and Sexual harassment