A review by madamelacy
The Guest Cat by Takashi Hiraide

emotional reflective sad 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

4.0

A gentle story about a couple who become attached to a neighbour’s cat who visits them.  The couple are brought closer together in their shared love for the cat. 

The book also offers insights into Japanese real estate in the late 1980s, and the difficulties facing tenants. 
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