The Cat Who Saved Books is a heart-warming story about finding courage, caring for others β and the tremendous power of books.
Grandpa used to say it all the time: 'books have tremendous power'. But what is that power really?
Natsuki Books was a tiny second-hand bookshop on the edge of town. Inside, towering shelves reached the ceiling, every one crammed full of wonderful books. Rintaro Natsuki loved this space that his grandfather had created. He spent many happy hours there, reading whatever he liked. It was the perfect refuge for a boy who tended to be something of a recluse.
After the death of his grandfather, Rintaro is devastated and alone. It seems he will have to close the shop. Then, a talking tabby cat called Tiger appears and asks Rintaro for help. The cat needs a book lover to join him on a mission. This odd couple will go on three magical adventures to save books from people who have imprisoned, mistreated and betrayed them. Finally, there is one last rescue that Rintaro must attempt alone . . .
Sosuke Natsukawa's international bestseller, translated from Japanese by Louise Heal Kawai, is a story for those for whom books are so much more than words on paper.
Β© 2021 Picador (Audiobook): 9781529052121
Translators: Louise Heal Kawai
Release date
Audiobook: 16 September 2021
The Cat Who Saved Books is a heart-warming story about finding courage, caring for others β and the tremendous power of books.
Grandpa used to say it all the time: 'books have tremendous power'. But what is that power really?
Natsuki Books was a tiny second-hand bookshop on the edge of town. Inside, towering shelves reached the ceiling, every one crammed full of wonderful books. Rintaro Natsuki loved this space that his grandfather had created. He spent many happy hours there, reading whatever he liked. It was the perfect refuge for a boy who tended to be something of a recluse.
After the death of his grandfather, Rintaro is devastated and alone. It seems he will have to close the shop. Then, a talking tabby cat called Tiger appears and asks Rintaro for help. The cat needs a book lover to join him on a mission. This odd couple will go on three magical adventures to save books from people who have imprisoned, mistreated and betrayed them. Finally, there is one last rescue that Rintaro must attempt alone . . .
Sosuke Natsukawa's international bestseller, translated from Japanese by Louise Heal Kawai, is a story for those for whom books are so much more than words on paper.
Β© 2021 Picador (Audiobook): 9781529052121
Translators: Louise Heal Kawai
Release date
Audiobook: 16 September 2021
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Sanju
6 Jul 2022
This was a cosy tea time story about books, bookshops and the magical world behind it. I felt so happy and passionate while I was reading this book. The love and passion for books, displayed by the protagonist is so inspiring and relatable. After reading this book, I felt even more in love with books and the world it contains in them. Basically if you have read or do read this book, it will make you want to read more
Labster
8 Jun 2022
For the love of books! Sweet story about books and why we love them.
Manideepa
1 Mar 2024
This book is cozy, smart, and obviously bookish. Itβs a treat to all the book lovers out there. A book that talks about the crisis books are facing in recent times along with the immense power they possess in a very clever way. A must read.
Surbhi
9 Jan 2024
Cozy and beautiful.
Divya
22 Feb 2022
This book is just must read for every book lovers. Very heartwarming story and I just lost from the real world to the amazing world where the only thing exist is love for books and beautiful stories which this book will take you. And narater of this book has done wonderful job.
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