Review: Second-Chance Cats

 

Second-Chance Cats

by Callie Smith Grant

 

About the Book

 

 There's no feeling quite like that of getting a second chance and a fresh start. When we adopt a homeless cat--or that cat decides to adopt us--we're not just giving one of earth's most beautiful and inscrutable creatures a chance at a good life, we're giving ourselves the gift of companionship, solace, and love. And plenty of laughter too!

This heartwarming collection includes more than 30 true, contemporary stories told by a variety of writers, including Melody Carlson, Lauraine Snelling, and Kristin Billerbeck. Each feel-good story involves cat rescue, some in a typical way and others in surprising--even miraculous--ways. Sometimes the question becomes: Really, who rescued whom?

A thoughtful gift for the cat lover in your life, Second-Chance Cats is the purrfect companion for cozy nights, lazy weekends, and any time you need a pick-me-up.

 

My Thoughts

 

I am a big animal-lover and I really enjoy reading stories about animals, so when I heard about Second-Chance Cats, I knew I wanted to read this book. I was most definitely not disappointed.

 

This was such a sweet compilation of stories! Each story tells the tale of a rescue cat and the impact they have on their rescuers. From kittens found on the side of the road, to feral cat colonies, to strays who decide to take matters into their own hands (or rather, paws) and adopt the perfect humans for themselves, each story was sweet and endearing. Reading the incredible stories of these poor creatures to whom life hasn’t always been so kind truly pulled at my heartstrings, yet it was uplifting to read that through all that, these special felines still had love in their hearts.

 

Having a cat in your life truly is a special thing. They’re mysterious creatures; at turns they are goofy and at others quite serious. It may be true that they don’t need our companionship the way dogs do, but more often than not, they chose to spend their time with us and they are always there when we need them. Second-Chance Cats perfectly highlights this. So many heartwarming stories filled this collection; of how someone found the perfect rescue cat at just the right time in their life when they truly needed a companion. Of how a rescue cat was able to support someone facing seemingly unsurmountable obstacles and inspire them to change their life for the better. Cats that broke down the supposed barrier between felines and canines, befriending and supporting the dogs they shared their homes with. And ordinary cats who added humor to their loved ones days.

 

Second-Chance Cats is a lovely book. Not only would it be the perfect choice for cat lovers everywhere, but I also hope it helps those on the fence see just how special these creatures are.

 

Fans of Vicki Myron’s Dewey and James Herriot’s stories will love this inspirational collection of rescued cats who in turn rescue those that love them.

 

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Revell through NetGalley. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.