The Travelling Cat Chronicles
Ratings82
Average rating4.4
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Ratings82
Average rating4.4
"A life-affirming anthem to kindness and self-sacrifice, The Travelling Cat Chronicles shows how the smallest things can provide the greatest joy. We take journeys to explore exotic new places and to return to the comforts of home, to visit old acquaintances and to make new friends. But the most important journey is the one that shows us how to follow our hearts... An instant international bestseller, The Travelling Cat Chronicles has charmed readers around the world. With simple yet descriptive prose, this novel gives voice to Nana the cat and his owner, Satoru, as they take to the road on a journey with no other purpose than to visit three of Satoru's longtime friends. Or so Nana is led to believe... With his crooked tail--a sign of good fortune--and adventurous spirit, Nana is the perfect companion for the man who took him in as a stray. And as they travel in a silver van across Japan, with its ever-changing scenery and seasons, they will learn the true meaning of courage and gratitude, of loyalty and love"--
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This was my favorite read of 2022. It is a gentle, bittersweet read that manages to be sad and inspiring at the same time. I absolutely loved this story as it unfolded and revealed the great love of one man for his friends and one cat for this man.
I listened to the audiobook narrated by George Blagden whose nuanced reading really enhanced the text of the book. I particularly enjoyed the snark he added to the cat's voice. It was perfect. I particularly loved this line from the cat: “Humans who think we don't understand them are the stupid ones.”
This book is the story of a journey, both physical and emotional. It is filled with humor, wonder, and beauty. As the cat says of the journey: “At that moment, we were without doubt the greatest travellers in the world. And I was the world's greatest travelling cat.”
This book is something that you should not miss if you've ever been loved by a cat. Perhaps even if you haven't.
I only read this because my bookclub was reading it. It wasn't even on my radar. But I love cats so I thought I'd give it a try. I absolutely LOVED it. I love how you get the cats thoughts and having owned cats I can see it. It's just a beautiful story of a man who takes in a stray. It is beautifully translated and flowed so nicely. Just have some tissues towards the end of the story when you realize Satoru is not going to make it. I cried so hard when Nana was crying in the courtyard for Satoru. .
I am dedicating this review to our bookclub member who has just passed away recently. Jenny Colvin aka Reading Envy.
Absolutely adored this book! Laughter and tears the whole way though
