A comfort of cats

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A comfort of cats is a collection of short stories that explores the complex, often comical, and sometimes heartbreaking relationship between people and their felines. Each story captures a different facet of the bond — the quiet companionship of an elderly woman and her tabby, the chaotic energy of a kitten disrupting a household, the somber reflection of a man who has outlived his cat, and the humorous misunderstandings that occur when humans assume cats are operating on the same logic. Tovey's prose is confident and funny, her observations sharp and affectionate, and her humor is dry and understated. The stories range from laugh-out-loud funny to quietly moving, and they all share a common thread: cats are not our pets, we are their staff, and that dynamic is both absurd and beautiful. Whether you are a lifelong cat person or simply appreciate good fiction, this collection is a treat. It's a book that will make you laugh, make you think, and make you want to go home and sit with your own cat for a while.

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