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Rachel N.
Jul 02, 2015 rated it really liked it
Gwen Cooper adopts Homer, a three week old blind cat, after her vet calls desperate to find him a home. Gwen already has two cats and is reluctant to adopt a third but Homer's spirit captivates her. Gwen tells how Homer adopts to life and doesn't let anything get him down. I am a total animal lover so this book was perfect for me. I like that the book ends on a positive note and that the author donates a portion of the proceeds of the book to animal charities. I highly recommend this for any oth ...more
Samantha
Jul 17, 2011 rated it really liked it
I really enjoyed this book. There were certainly moments when I thought to myself, "Ok - you love your cats a little too much" but I suspect a lot of us would do the same kind of crazy. Her description of 9/11 is particularly poignant and reminded me of just why that day changed all of us. OR should have. If you don't like cats then I'm not sure what to tell you about this book. It might change your mind, it might confirm your previously held beliefs...

Essentially the book starts with her adopti
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Lori
Sep 11, 2010 rated it it was amazing
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I loved that this book is NOT a memoir. A fun read for anyone who likes cats - or doesn't! :-) ...more
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Sep 03, 2009 marked it as to-read
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