What do you think?
Rate this book
The Cat's Tales: Feline Fairy Tales and Folklore
Once upon a time, the enchanting creature that is the cat infiltrated our lives – and our folklore.
Cats have a long association with the supernatural – from being worshipped as gods in ancient Egypt to vilified as witches' familiars in Europe – and they appear in countless fairy tales throughout history.
Every part of the world has its own stories, whether it's 'Dick Whittington and His Cat' in England; the Irish 'Demon Cat'; Japan's 'The Boy Who Drew Cats'; or the Icelandic story of 'The Cottager and His Cat'.
These felines might appear as companions, guides or demons; they are contrary, malevolent, enigmatic; they are both friends and foes, beloved and reviled. But whether winning kingdoms, falling in love, or outwitting giants, they are all the epitome of what we know the cat to mysterious, roguish and endlessly lovable.
The Cat's Tales is a beautifully illustrated collection of fairy tales from around the world, bringing together much-loved classics and more unfamiliar gems – the perfect companion for cat lovers everywhere.
Cats have a long association with the supernatural – from being worshipped as gods in ancient Egypt to vilified as witches' familiars in Europe – and they appear in countless fairy tales throughout history.
Every part of the world has its own stories, whether it's 'Dick Whittington and His Cat' in England; the Irish 'Demon Cat'; Japan's 'The Boy Who Drew Cats'; or the Icelandic story of 'The Cottager and His Cat'.
These felines might appear as companions, guides or demons; they are contrary, malevolent, enigmatic; they are both friends and foes, beloved and reviled. But whether winning kingdoms, falling in love, or outwitting giants, they are all the epitome of what we know the cat to mysterious, roguish and endlessly lovable.
The Cat's Tales is a beautifully illustrated collection of fairy tales from around the world, bringing together much-loved classics and more unfamiliar gems – the perfect companion for cat lovers everywhere.
- GenresCatsShort Stories
245 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 23, 2025
15 people are currently reading
158 people want to read
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 30 of 37 reviews
October 28, 2025
In a Nutshell: An illustrated collection of feline fairytales and folktales from all over the world. Great organisation and brilliant introductions to each segment. A fabulous option for cat lovers, as long as they remember that fairytales and folktales haven’t necessarily aged well.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Quite a few folktales and fairytales include animals as characters. And one of the most common creatures to be found in these is the cat. This book collects forty such stories from twenty-eight countries/cultures. Almost all regions of the world are represented. The earliest stories in this compilation, taken from traditional oral lore, are thousands of years old. The most recent one is from the nineteenth century.
The introductory note, brilliantly penned, highlights the role of cats in fairytales and folklore. It then explains the basis of organisation for this book. The forty stories have been distributed across seven categories. The first section contains stories connected to the origins of cats, and the remaining six explore one essential feline element each, such as ‘The Greedy Cat’, ‘The Malevolent Cat’, ‘The Mischievous Cat’, and so on. This method works amazingly well, because the key adjective in the section title prepares us for the kind of cats and themes to expect in the story.
The writing style is quite "raconteurial". As many of the tales are from oral traditions or classic collections, there is a strong storytelling feel to each entry. Many use repetition, onomatopoeia, and hyperbole to enhance the dramatic impact. These features make the book a good option for read-alouds as well. The stories vary in length, but most would fit suitably for a bedtime reading session.
The tales are, as expected, of their time. They are fun and magical and even moralistic, but they are also slightly misogynistic and cruel. I was disappointed to see so many daughters being handed over by their wealthy fathers as a prize to some lowly man who did one thing right, and so many lacklustre men winning favours from stunning women. The animal fables came with their own brand of cruelty, with the cat often using its position as a meso-predator to attack and kill. Then again, these aren’t flaws of the book but of the original fairytales, so I cannot really hold this as a shortcoming of the collection. But such content did affect my enjoyment, and in turn, my overall rating.
Given that many of the stories have roots in conventional storytelling, they contain timeless morals that provoke thought even today. Sample this: "Beware of fools with pretensions of greatness." Doesn’t that remind you of several world leaders these days?
What I love the most about this book is that it is chock-full of elaborate notes. Each of the seven categories contains an introduction about the specific theme of that section and how cats fit into that role in folklore. Further, every single one of the stories also has its own introduction, offering an interesting glimpse of the tale and its background. I love that these are placed right before the story, so we read each tale knowing its origin and history. The country/culture the story has been taken from is also mentioned clearly in this write-up. In a few cases, the introduction was so brilliant that I enjoyed it more than the story itself.
The book is peppered with some adorable B&W illustrations of cats doing catty stuff. 😻
As always, I rated the stories individually. Of the forty stories, twenty-two stories got four or more stars – an amazing performance! A major chunk of the remaining stories earned 3-3.5 stars. Some of these might have earned more had they not felt so dated. A few of the stories were already familiar to me due to my childhood habit of devouring fairytales and folklore, but it was nice to reread them after so long. I don’t want to list twenty-two stories here, so here are my top favourites with 4.5+ stars each:
Overall, I enjoyed this collection despite my discomfort with some of the plot inclusions. The insightful preludes served to augment the value of the compilation. As the book says, we will never truly understand cats, the creatures with "two paws in our world, and two in a world of mystery." But these stories help us get that much closer to them.
Definitely recommended to every cat lover and fairytale/folktale enthusiast. This would be a great book for ages 8 and above. It would also make a fabulous gift during the festive season.
4.25 stars. (3.75 being the average of my ratings for each tale, + 0.5 stars for the excellent accompanying writeups.)
My thanks to Elliott & Thompson for providing the DRC of “The Cat's Tales: Feline Fairytales and Folklore” via NetGalley. This review is voluntary and contains my honest opinion about the book.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Connect with me through:
My Blog || The StoryGraph || Instagram || Facebook ||
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Quite a few folktales and fairytales include animals as characters. And one of the most common creatures to be found in these is the cat. This book collects forty such stories from twenty-eight countries/cultures. Almost all regions of the world are represented. The earliest stories in this compilation, taken from traditional oral lore, are thousands of years old. The most recent one is from the nineteenth century.
The introductory note, brilliantly penned, highlights the role of cats in fairytales and folklore. It then explains the basis of organisation for this book. The forty stories have been distributed across seven categories. The first section contains stories connected to the origins of cats, and the remaining six explore one essential feline element each, such as ‘The Greedy Cat’, ‘The Malevolent Cat’, ‘The Mischievous Cat’, and so on. This method works amazingly well, because the key adjective in the section title prepares us for the kind of cats and themes to expect in the story.
The writing style is quite "raconteurial". As many of the tales are from oral traditions or classic collections, there is a strong storytelling feel to each entry. Many use repetition, onomatopoeia, and hyperbole to enhance the dramatic impact. These features make the book a good option for read-alouds as well. The stories vary in length, but most would fit suitably for a bedtime reading session.
The tales are, as expected, of their time. They are fun and magical and even moralistic, but they are also slightly misogynistic and cruel. I was disappointed to see so many daughters being handed over by their wealthy fathers as a prize to some lowly man who did one thing right, and so many lacklustre men winning favours from stunning women. The animal fables came with their own brand of cruelty, with the cat often using its position as a meso-predator to attack and kill. Then again, these aren’t flaws of the book but of the original fairytales, so I cannot really hold this as a shortcoming of the collection. But such content did affect my enjoyment, and in turn, my overall rating.
Given that many of the stories have roots in conventional storytelling, they contain timeless morals that provoke thought even today. Sample this: "Beware of fools with pretensions of greatness." Doesn’t that remind you of several world leaders these days?
What I love the most about this book is that it is chock-full of elaborate notes. Each of the seven categories contains an introduction about the specific theme of that section and how cats fit into that role in folklore. Further, every single one of the stories also has its own introduction, offering an interesting glimpse of the tale and its background. I love that these are placed right before the story, so we read each tale knowing its origin and history. The country/culture the story has been taken from is also mentioned clearly in this write-up. In a few cases, the introduction was so brilliant that I enjoyed it more than the story itself.
The book is peppered with some adorable B&W illustrations of cats doing catty stuff. 😻
As always, I rated the stories individually. Of the forty stories, twenty-two stories got four or more stars – an amazing performance! A major chunk of the remaining stories earned 3-3.5 stars. Some of these might have earned more had they not felt so dated. A few of the stories were already familiar to me due to my childhood habit of devouring fairytales and folklore, but it was nice to reread them after so long. I don’t want to list twenty-two stories here, so here are my top favourites with 4.5+ stars each:
😻 The Cat Who Came Indoors – Zimbabwean: Well, any story declaring women as the finest creature in the land has to be a favourite, isn't it? 🥳 - 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
😻 The Cat's Purr – Caribbean: This is the best Purr origin story, ever! - 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
😻 The White Cat – French: I do think the poor cat ended up on the losing side of the bargain, but it was a great cat story nonetheless. - 🌟🌟🌟🌟✨
😻 Kisa the Cat – Icelandic: This is supposedly a popular story but it was a new one for me. A nice magical story with one gruesome scene that's thankfully handled well. - 🌟🌟🌟🌟✨
😻 The Cat and the Mice – Tibetan: A good plan and preparedness never fail. - 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
😻 Dick Whittington and His Cat – English: One of my favourite stories from childhood. I think I read it when I was in grade five. It felt wonderful to revisit it after all these decades. - 🌟🌟🌟🌟✨
😻 The Nunda, Eater of People – Swahili: Some of these stories contain major spoilers in their titles. Luckily, the story itself was fascinating. - 🌟🌟🌟🌟✨
Overall, I enjoyed this collection despite my discomfort with some of the plot inclusions. The insightful preludes served to augment the value of the compilation. As the book says, we will never truly understand cats, the creatures with "two paws in our world, and two in a world of mystery." But these stories help us get that much closer to them.
Definitely recommended to every cat lover and fairytale/folktale enthusiast. This would be a great book for ages 8 and above. It would also make a fabulous gift during the festive season.
4.25 stars. (3.75 being the average of my ratings for each tale, + 0.5 stars for the excellent accompanying writeups.)
My thanks to Elliott & Thompson for providing the DRC of “The Cat's Tales: Feline Fairytales and Folklore” via NetGalley. This review is voluntary and contains my honest opinion about the book.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Connect with me through:
My Blog || The StoryGraph || Instagram || Facebook ||
November 29, 2025
3.7 Stars
One Liner: An interesting collection
For centuries, cats have been associated with the supernatural, whether they are worshipped as gods or vilified as witches’ companions. This book is a collection of fairy tales and folklore from various parts of the world that feature cats in diverse forms, including demons, companions, guides, friends, foes, and more.
My Thoughts:
The heartfelt introduction sets the stage for the book. The collection has been divided into six sections based on the type of cats—Mischevious, Companion, Greedy, Malevolent, etc. This gives an idea about what role the cat plays in the story.
Each tale comes with the title and the country/ region below it. There’s a short paragraph providing more backstory to the origins of the lore. This is my favorite part. The writing style doesn’t always retain the old-world charm, but it does give the vibe in many instances.
Though the tales vary in length, I would still call them compact and short. It should be easy to read a couple of them every night.
There are a few adorable illustrations (charcoal, maybe) of cats in their natural poses, which increase the book’s appeal. I quite liked how cute they look!
Given that these are folklore, some content is outdated and can even be a bit unappealing. That’s to be expected. This is not a retelling, so idiots still get women. (Also, thanks to Rosh for her review; I was prepared for some cruelty as well).
However, it is strange that the book doesn’t really mention invasions and colonization, which were the main reasons for some stories/ customs/ ideas to spread to other lands. If you can talk of witch hunts, you sure can point out the dark side of centuries of attacks on natives.
The stories were still enjoyable. Since I didn’t know many of them, I didn’t feel as if I was rereading what I already knew.
And, I came across this reel about Chordeva, a cat-demon, by author Hari Kumar, right when I was reading the book. Link: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DQtPSw...
To summarize, The Cat's Tales is an interesting collection of cat tales from different parts of the world. Given the theme, it’s expected that some regions have more stories while others have few.
Thank you, NetGalley and Elliott & Thompson, for the eARC. This review is voluntary and contains my honest opinion about the book.
#NetGalley #TheCatsTales
One Liner: An interesting collection
For centuries, cats have been associated with the supernatural, whether they are worshipped as gods or vilified as witches’ companions. This book is a collection of fairy tales and folklore from various parts of the world that feature cats in diverse forms, including demons, companions, guides, friends, foes, and more.
My Thoughts:
The heartfelt introduction sets the stage for the book. The collection has been divided into six sections based on the type of cats—Mischevious, Companion, Greedy, Malevolent, etc. This gives an idea about what role the cat plays in the story.
Each tale comes with the title and the country/ region below it. There’s a short paragraph providing more backstory to the origins of the lore. This is my favorite part. The writing style doesn’t always retain the old-world charm, but it does give the vibe in many instances.
Though the tales vary in length, I would still call them compact and short. It should be easy to read a couple of them every night.
There are a few adorable illustrations (charcoal, maybe) of cats in their natural poses, which increase the book’s appeal. I quite liked how cute they look!
Given that these are folklore, some content is outdated and can even be a bit unappealing. That’s to be expected. This is not a retelling, so idiots still get women. (Also, thanks to Rosh for her review; I was prepared for some cruelty as well).
However, it is strange that the book doesn’t really mention invasions and colonization, which were the main reasons for some stories/ customs/ ideas to spread to other lands. If you can talk of witch hunts, you sure can point out the dark side of centuries of attacks on natives.
The stories were still enjoyable. Since I didn’t know many of them, I didn’t feel as if I was rereading what I already knew.
And, I came across this reel about Chordeva, a cat-demon, by author Hari Kumar, right when I was reading the book. Link: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DQtPSw...
To summarize, The Cat's Tales is an interesting collection of cat tales from different parts of the world. Given the theme, it’s expected that some regions have more stories while others have few.
Thank you, NetGalley and Elliott & Thompson, for the eARC. This review is voluntary and contains my honest opinion about the book.
#NetGalley #TheCatsTales
November 13, 2025
I LOVE CATS—and as soon as NetGalley approved my request for this ARC, I couldn’t quite sit still knowing I finally got to read it.
The cover is amazing. The collection of stories was so much fun, and I was smiling the whole time while reading with my cat sitting on my lap. Honestly, this is how you should read this book: with a purring cat keeping you company.
I especially loved the story of the cat and the crow from One Thousand and One Nights, Puss in Boots, and How the Cat Came to Be. Actually.
Indeed, cats make this world truly bearable. They are magnificent, loyal, enigmatic, and sometimes snobbish or loopy but they embody pure love, devotion, and gratitude.
Thanks to NetGalley and Elliot & Thompson for the ARC!
The cover is amazing. The collection of stories was so much fun, and I was smiling the whole time while reading with my cat sitting on my lap. Honestly, this is how you should read this book: with a purring cat keeping you company.
I especially loved the story of the cat and the crow from One Thousand and One Nights, Puss in Boots, and How the Cat Came to Be. Actually.
Indeed, cats make this world truly bearable. They are magnificent, loyal, enigmatic, and sometimes snobbish or loopy but they embody pure love, devotion, and gratitude.
Thanks to NetGalley and Elliot & Thompson for the ARC!
September 1, 2025
4.5 I really enjoyed this snapshot of cats in folklore!
Creed split the tales up into themed sections, while acknowledging many could span sections. Before each story, Creed provides helpful commentary and context about the tale we're about to read. I really liked this format for both background that I wasn't always familiar with and for scene-setting.
I was delighted to see a riff on The King of Cats and the mention of my favourite Scottish tale, Cat Sìth. While Maneki-Neko was mentioned in Creed's commentary, I would have loved to see that legend included too!
Creed made a stylistic choice to rewrite the folk tales in their own style. On one hand, this improved the flow and cohesion of the collection and made the stories more accessible. On the other, the senses of culture and place were dampened through the homogenization.
I noticed one incongruity where early on Creed mentions that white cats are bad luck in England and black cats are considered lucky. I think that's Japan? Later, Creed says black cats are considered bad luck in England and white are lucky. This is probably an oversight that will be corrected in the final proof.
All in all, this was a fast and entertaining book to spend time with over a weekend. If you're interested in how cats feature in a sample of global folklore, check this out! But, bear in mind that some of the stories, in traditional Western folklore style, can be a bit gruesome.
My request to review this book was approved by Elliott & Thompson on NetGalley.
Creed split the tales up into themed sections, while acknowledging many could span sections. Before each story, Creed provides helpful commentary and context about the tale we're about to read. I really liked this format for both background that I wasn't always familiar with and for scene-setting.
I was delighted to see a riff on The King of Cats and the mention of my favourite Scottish tale, Cat Sìth. While Maneki-Neko was mentioned in Creed's commentary, I would have loved to see that legend included too!
Creed made a stylistic choice to rewrite the folk tales in their own style. On one hand, this improved the flow and cohesion of the collection and made the stories more accessible. On the other, the senses of culture and place were dampened through the homogenization.
I noticed one incongruity where early on Creed mentions that white cats are bad luck in England and black cats are considered lucky. I think that's Japan? Later, Creed says black cats are considered bad luck in England and white are lucky. This is probably an oversight that will be corrected in the final proof.
All in all, this was a fast and entertaining book to spend time with over a weekend. If you're interested in how cats feature in a sample of global folklore, check this out! But, bear in mind that some of the stories, in traditional Western folklore style, can be a bit gruesome.
My request to review this book was approved by Elliott & Thompson on NetGalley.
December 16, 2025
The Cat's Tales is a compilation of fairy tales, fables and folklore from around the world based om the titular cat. As such a few of these stories will be quite familiar and others maybe not as much while the cats range through in an array of colors.
The book itself is divided into seven chapters with the first including how to stories describing various aspects of kitty origins whether the creature itself, its purr or enmity with others. The rest of the book attempts to base the stories into organization based on such traits as mysteriousness, greed, being a companion and the more stereotypical malevolence even so many of these tales could fit quite well in more than ome group.
Readers will find additional information at the start of the chapters that explains more about cats and why this particular trait fits them as well as taking an insight into the way cat characters are portrayed in the upcoming stories. These small introductions so clearly showcase how the author is clearly a staff of cats while balancing out with insight into tht world of literature for a full experience read. After this delectable break, readers are provided with short and simple worded tales that also come with introductions (a few of which definitely give away the stories unfortunately) to provide more cultural insight based upon where the tale is coming from.
All in all if you are a cat-lover or a lover of cat tales in general, this book will be up your alley as it takes you all the world to meet the world's cat.
The book itself is divided into seven chapters with the first including how to stories describing various aspects of kitty origins whether the creature itself, its purr or enmity with others. The rest of the book attempts to base the stories into organization based on such traits as mysteriousness, greed, being a companion and the more stereotypical malevolence even so many of these tales could fit quite well in more than ome group.
Readers will find additional information at the start of the chapters that explains more about cats and why this particular trait fits them as well as taking an insight into the way cat characters are portrayed in the upcoming stories. These small introductions so clearly showcase how the author is clearly a staff of cats while balancing out with insight into tht world of literature for a full experience read. After this delectable break, readers are provided with short and simple worded tales that also come with introductions (a few of which definitely give away the stories unfortunately) to provide more cultural insight based upon where the tale is coming from.
All in all if you are a cat-lover or a lover of cat tales in general, this book will be up your alley as it takes you all the world to meet the world's cat.
September 16, 2025
I enjoyed this one very much, I love fairy tales and folklore and culture. This recollection of stories is accompanied by a little bit of context which was delightful cause I also love to know things in general and was very useful to have some information about the origins of the tale and the different traditions and believes around the world.
Some of my favorites where “How The Cat Came To Be”, “The Colony of Cats” “The White Cat” (and every other tale with the three sons and the inheritance), “The Boy Who Drew Cats”, “Puss in Boots”, “The Cat and the Birds” and “Venus and the Cat”.
I think that the division between categories using the different roles a cat can play in a story was very clever, I liked the rhythm of it all, really appreciated the beautiful cover and the little illustrations here and there through the book. Would recommend to anyone who likes cats, fairy tales, or just wants a little peak of folklore from around the world.
Thank you to Elliott & Thompson and NetGalley for the digital ARC. All opinions are my own.
Some of my favorites where “How The Cat Came To Be”, “The Colony of Cats” “The White Cat” (and every other tale with the three sons and the inheritance), “The Boy Who Drew Cats”, “Puss in Boots”, “The Cat and the Birds” and “Venus and the Cat”.
I think that the division between categories using the different roles a cat can play in a story was very clever, I liked the rhythm of it all, really appreciated the beautiful cover and the little illustrations here and there through the book. Would recommend to anyone who likes cats, fairy tales, or just wants a little peak of folklore from around the world.
Thank you to Elliott & Thompson and NetGalley for the digital ARC. All opinions are my own.
December 8, 2025
3.5 rounded up to 4.
I am a both a cat lover and a big fan of folklore and mythology so this was right up my alley. The stories included in this book were interesting and I really liked that there were tales from all over the world. My only struggle with the collection was that there were a couple places where the transitions from one set of tales into the next felt a little out of place and the ending felt really abrupt, but the book felt well researched and it was fun to see how different cultures viewed cats. I really liked the context provided before each story that explained where they came from and why the story may have been depicted the way it was.
If you also enjoy folklore and fairytales, are a cat lover, or find an interest in the way stories provide a window into different cultures in the world, you may also enjoy this book.
Thank you to Elliot & Thompson and NetGalley for this ARC!
I am a both a cat lover and a big fan of folklore and mythology so this was right up my alley. The stories included in this book were interesting and I really liked that there were tales from all over the world. My only struggle with the collection was that there were a couple places where the transitions from one set of tales into the next felt a little out of place and the ending felt really abrupt, but the book felt well researched and it was fun to see how different cultures viewed cats. I really liked the context provided before each story that explained where they came from and why the story may have been depicted the way it was.
If you also enjoy folklore and fairytales, are a cat lover, or find an interest in the way stories provide a window into different cultures in the world, you may also enjoy this book.
Thank you to Elliot & Thompson and NetGalley for this ARC!
October 16, 2025
This book is for cat lovers, folklorists, and lovers of timeless, anecdotal stories. It's broken down into themed chapters each with an introduction delving into the origin of common stories and cat behavior. Each story within the chapters have an introduction themselves with some background information on the origin of the story, and the culture around cats in the given area. This book is for all ages, great to read alone, with a group, or to someone else. 10/10 meows.
September 24, 2025
I didn’t know there was so much folklore involving cats until I read this book. A true testament to why cats are worshipped in some cultures and condemned in others. I really enjoyed all the illustrations and some of these would make great bedtime stories! Special thanks to NetGalley and Charlie Creed for the opportunity to read this early.
September 21, 2025
I'm not obsessed with cats, but I once spent three hours watching a livestream of a cat sleeping, so naturally I pounced on this NetGalley ARC faster than my tabby on a laser pointer. The Cat's Tales delivered more entertainment than my actual cat, who mostly just judges my life choices and knocks things off tables.
Creed cleverly organizes these international feline tales thematically rather than geographically, creating smooth transitions between stories about cunning cats, magical cats, and cats with better life skills than me. It's like literary catnip – one story flows seamlessly into the next until suddenly it's 2 AM and your cat is giving you the stink eye for staying up past bedtime.
The recurring tropes are fascinating in that "humans are the same everywhere" way. Whether ancient Egypt or modern Japan, cats are universally divine beings and/or agents of chaos. Creed's contextual introductions before each tale add wonderful depth – like having a knowledgeable friend explain the background, except this friend actually knows what they're talking about.
The Verdict: This is absolutely the kind of book you give to cat lovers, preferably while their actual cat sits nearby, silently judging the human's need to read about cats when there's a perfectly good real one demanding attention. It's charming, well-researched, and genuinely entertaining.
Four stars because while delightful, it didn't quite reach "I need seventeen copies to give everyone" level. But it's earned a permanent bookshelf spot, where my cat will undoubtedly knock it down at least twice before accepting its presence.
Perfect for cat enthusiasts, folklore lovers, and anyone whose feline has convinced them all cats descended from Egyptian gods (spoiler: they might be right).
Creed cleverly organizes these international feline tales thematically rather than geographically, creating smooth transitions between stories about cunning cats, magical cats, and cats with better life skills than me. It's like literary catnip – one story flows seamlessly into the next until suddenly it's 2 AM and your cat is giving you the stink eye for staying up past bedtime.
The recurring tropes are fascinating in that "humans are the same everywhere" way. Whether ancient Egypt or modern Japan, cats are universally divine beings and/or agents of chaos. Creed's contextual introductions before each tale add wonderful depth – like having a knowledgeable friend explain the background, except this friend actually knows what they're talking about.
The Verdict: This is absolutely the kind of book you give to cat lovers, preferably while their actual cat sits nearby, silently judging the human's need to read about cats when there's a perfectly good real one demanding attention. It's charming, well-researched, and genuinely entertaining.
Four stars because while delightful, it didn't quite reach "I need seventeen copies to give everyone" level. But it's earned a permanent bookshelf spot, where my cat will undoubtedly knock it down at least twice before accepting its presence.
Perfect for cat enthusiasts, folklore lovers, and anyone whose feline has convinced them all cats descended from Egyptian gods (spoiler: they might be right).
October 13, 2025
Cats have been worshipped and the subject of folklore stories for thousands of years. Since the time of the Egyptian Pharaohs, cats have been the centre of attention, and in The Cat’s Tales: Feline Fairy Tales and Folklore, Charlie Creed brings many of these stories together in one tome.
It’s unsurprising that cats have maintained a focus in folklore throughout the ages, as, in many ways, their characteristics emulate ourselves; they can be loving, yet mischievous, sly yet a perfect companion, they’ve represented the good and evil within ourselves, being linked to witchcraft and various folk and fairy tales of the past few centuries. These tales have been lovingly collected by Charlie Creed for our enjoyment and convenience. Taking many of these characteristics into each chapter, we’re not only given an insight into the story itself, but also a brief history of the anecdotal behaviour of our feline friends.
Through the use of fairy tales and folklore has brought to life the humanistic side of animals, and tales such as Puss in Boots and Dick Whittington and his Cat have prevailed throughout the ages, not only to inspire the imagination but also to entertain in modern pantomime. However, one of the many highlights of The Cat’s Tales is learning that many cultures around the world have very similar stories, and it’s reassuring that a number of these tales have merged into tales from elsewhere, giving them a sense of community throughout.
Replete with illustrations by Tim Oakenhill, which adds to the charm of The Cat’s Tales, showing our friends in all of their mischievous and playful glory, The Cat’s Tales is a wonderful and charming tribute to our feline friends and all they bring to our lives.
It’s unsurprising that cats have maintained a focus in folklore throughout the ages, as, in many ways, their characteristics emulate ourselves; they can be loving, yet mischievous, sly yet a perfect companion, they’ve represented the good and evil within ourselves, being linked to witchcraft and various folk and fairy tales of the past few centuries. These tales have been lovingly collected by Charlie Creed for our enjoyment and convenience. Taking many of these characteristics into each chapter, we’re not only given an insight into the story itself, but also a brief history of the anecdotal behaviour of our feline friends.
Through the use of fairy tales and folklore has brought to life the humanistic side of animals, and tales such as Puss in Boots and Dick Whittington and his Cat have prevailed throughout the ages, not only to inspire the imagination but also to entertain in modern pantomime. However, one of the many highlights of The Cat’s Tales is learning that many cultures around the world have very similar stories, and it’s reassuring that a number of these tales have merged into tales from elsewhere, giving them a sense of community throughout.
Replete with illustrations by Tim Oakenhill, which adds to the charm of The Cat’s Tales, showing our friends in all of their mischievous and playful glory, The Cat’s Tales is a wonderful and charming tribute to our feline friends and all they bring to our lives.
October 14, 2025
Thanks to NetGalley, Charlie Creed, and Elliott & Thompson for the ARC!
I would consider myself a dog person, but i do love cats and couldn't pass on an opportunity to read this charming short story/tale collection. It truly was a joy to read and i liked how the tales were grouped into themed sections, although it wasn't always very clear why a certain story fit into a certain section and not another. Each section had a little introduction to the themes and what i liked most were the introductions to each tale, providing the reader a bit of context about the origins of the stories and about how each story uses cats (and other animals) as a literary devices. I loved seeing some familiar tales like Puss in Boots and Bruder Grimm tales alongside other lesser-known (to me) like the works of Andrew Lang and i loved the cultural variety, giving the reader the feeling of traveling through folklore from all over the globe.´
It was a well rounded selection of global and classic stories with some charming illustrations, so much so that even someone not too enthusiastic of cats can appreciate the care that went into it and i can attest to my newfound appreciation for some feline quirks. The reader can truly tell that the author is a cat person in the best way possible.
I feel like this book is better read and appreciated one or two little tales at a time, which wasn't what i did so it felt a bit overwhelming with a lot of the stories being 2-3 pages long and a few longer ones sprinkled in.
I would consider myself a dog person, but i do love cats and couldn't pass on an opportunity to read this charming short story/tale collection. It truly was a joy to read and i liked how the tales were grouped into themed sections, although it wasn't always very clear why a certain story fit into a certain section and not another. Each section had a little introduction to the themes and what i liked most were the introductions to each tale, providing the reader a bit of context about the origins of the stories and about how each story uses cats (and other animals) as a literary devices. I loved seeing some familiar tales like Puss in Boots and Bruder Grimm tales alongside other lesser-known (to me) like the works of Andrew Lang and i loved the cultural variety, giving the reader the feeling of traveling through folklore from all over the globe.´
It was a well rounded selection of global and classic stories with some charming illustrations, so much so that even someone not too enthusiastic of cats can appreciate the care that went into it and i can attest to my newfound appreciation for some feline quirks. The reader can truly tell that the author is a cat person in the best way possible.
I feel like this book is better read and appreciated one or two little tales at a time, which wasn't what i did so it felt a bit overwhelming with a lot of the stories being 2-3 pages long and a few longer ones sprinkled in.
October 16, 2025
Thank you NetGalley and Charlie Creed for the ARC. I leave this review voluntarily and happily. Also thank you publishers for your hard work!
I absolutely loved reading this book. I think if not for the fact i had to sleep I would have finished this in one sitting. If you love cats and learning unique and strange things about them then this is definitely a book for you. I mean the title of the book tells all. Its a book full of information and tales. Some I recognize and of course others ive never even heard of. I just enjoyed reading all about cats and how they are perceived in different parts of the world. I also love the fact that there are pictures in this book. I mean not like a lot but there is enough to enjoy them as you read the book.
Folktales and cats are just an interesting mix in my opinion. There is just so much out there in the world we don't know about and this book definitely taught me a few things. Its a book I definitely want to own and look through time and time again. Cats are just unique and this book certainly shows that and so much more. It makes me want to know a lot more about cats and what they mean to cultures and just history in general.
The way the book is written and how everything is grouped I really like it. The book isent slow or too fast. I think its perfect pacing wise. Also its not boring. I didn't at any point loose interest in this book. In fact I couldn't stop reading and I still want more.
I absolutely loved reading this book. I think if not for the fact i had to sleep I would have finished this in one sitting. If you love cats and learning unique and strange things about them then this is definitely a book for you. I mean the title of the book tells all. Its a book full of information and tales. Some I recognize and of course others ive never even heard of. I just enjoyed reading all about cats and how they are perceived in different parts of the world. I also love the fact that there are pictures in this book. I mean not like a lot but there is enough to enjoy them as you read the book.
Folktales and cats are just an interesting mix in my opinion. There is just so much out there in the world we don't know about and this book definitely taught me a few things. Its a book I definitely want to own and look through time and time again. Cats are just unique and this book certainly shows that and so much more. It makes me want to know a lot more about cats and what they mean to cultures and just history in general.
The way the book is written and how everything is grouped I really like it. The book isent slow or too fast. I think its perfect pacing wise. Also its not boring. I didn't at any point loose interest in this book. In fact I couldn't stop reading and I still want more.
September 4, 2025
Cats are my absolute most favorite thing in the universe, so this charming collection of folk stories about them tasted like catnip. Forty tales from twenty-eight different cultures dating from thousands of years to the nineteenth century, they all highlight a different aspect of our feline overlords. The Grimm brothers, Charles Perrault and One Thousand and One Nights make an appearance, along with more obscure stories from Native American or African lore. This short volume also includes adorable illustrations and you can see how the author is himself a cat person. Some felines don’t have a good ending, but all the stories highlight their characteristics: lovable, sweet, mischievous and sometimes a little malevolent. There is also an introduction to each tale, explaining where it came from and some of the culture’s attitude towards cats, from the Egyptians who worshiped them to them being declared evil in the middle ages. Iceland, Japan and Ireland are ailurophiles and, despite preferring other critters, the Romans finally had to surrender to their most absolute cuteness. This can be a wonderful gift for the cat lover in your life or you can read it aloud while your kitty listens on your lap. Five stars (or two paws up).
I chose to read this book and all opinions in this review are my own and completely unbiased. Thank you, NetGalley/Elliott & Thompson.
I chose to read this book and all opinions in this review are my own and completely unbiased. Thank you, NetGalley/Elliott & Thompson.
October 28, 2025
The Cat’s Tales is a collection of fairytales and folklore centered around cats from various cultures around the globe.
This made for a great cozy read! The author has clearly done research on the different cultures, and I loved the little blurbs of information for each section and before each individual story. The cultural facts were delivered respectfully, and it’s crazy how you can tell so much about a culture or group of people just from one topic.
I loved the author’s sense of humor, which we got glimpses of here and there, and it’s obvious the author loves and cherishes cats!
The illustrations were a very welcome surprise, and I found myself bookmarking each instance just so I could revisit the pictures (as I probably would've done with a physical copy).
Personally, my favorite story from this collection was the Icelandic tale “Kisa the cat”!!
I did read this on my kindle, and I did find a few formatting issues, BUT I recognize that the original file was a PDF, so the formatting was not a concern for me and it definitely did not hinder the reading experience.
This made for a great cozy read! The author has clearly done research on the different cultures, and I loved the little blurbs of information for each section and before each individual story. The cultural facts were delivered respectfully, and it’s crazy how you can tell so much about a culture or group of people just from one topic.
I loved the author’s sense of humor, which we got glimpses of here and there, and it’s obvious the author loves and cherishes cats!
The illustrations were a very welcome surprise, and I found myself bookmarking each instance just so I could revisit the pictures (as I probably would've done with a physical copy).
Personally, my favorite story from this collection was the Icelandic tale “Kisa the cat”!!
I did read this on my kindle, and I did find a few formatting issues, BUT I recognize that the original file was a PDF, so the formatting was not a concern for me and it definitely did not hinder the reading experience.
October 16, 2025
3.5⭐️
The Cat’s Tales is a fascinating collection of folklore stories and tales about cats from around the world and across time.
Featuring around forty tales organized by theme rather than geography, each section begins with an introduction that adds helpful context and insight, as well as individual introductions to each tale giving even more background. There were a few familiar tales, but lots of lesser-known stories, which made the collection feel fresh and engaging.
This was a quick, informative, and thoroughly enjoyable read, especially for cat lovers! It beautifully highlights the deep connection between humans and cats throughout history, as seen through myths, legends, and folklore from diverse cultures.
Perfect for anyone who loves cats, storytelling, or exploring how animals shape our collective imagination!
Thank you to Elliott & Thompson and NetGalley for the ARC. All opinions are my own.
The Cat’s Tales is a fascinating collection of folklore stories and tales about cats from around the world and across time.
Featuring around forty tales organized by theme rather than geography, each section begins with an introduction that adds helpful context and insight, as well as individual introductions to each tale giving even more background. There were a few familiar tales, but lots of lesser-known stories, which made the collection feel fresh and engaging.
This was a quick, informative, and thoroughly enjoyable read, especially for cat lovers! It beautifully highlights the deep connection between humans and cats throughout history, as seen through myths, legends, and folklore from diverse cultures.
Perfect for anyone who loves cats, storytelling, or exploring how animals shape our collective imagination!
Thank you to Elliott & Thompson and NetGalley for the ARC. All opinions are my own.
October 21, 2025
This was a great collection of cat folklore from all over the world. I love folklore collections that are curated for a specific topic or niche because it makes it easier to see how the stories portray the same subject. In this case, Creed includes everything from helpful cats to haunted ones. It serves as a great jumping off point if you want to then explore the stories more or if you just want the different tales in one collection.
I will say, in comparison to other folklore anthologies that I've read about animal folklore specifically, this one could have greatly benefited with just a little more background on each section. For example, a small introduction on each section that included where each story came from and how they connected to the overall tradition of storytelling in that area would have helped give more cultural cues.
Otherwise, a lovely collection! Thank you to Netgalley for an ARC!
I will say, in comparison to other folklore anthologies that I've read about animal folklore specifically, this one could have greatly benefited with just a little more background on each section. For example, a small introduction on each section that included where each story came from and how they connected to the overall tradition of storytelling in that area would have helped give more cultural cues.
Otherwise, a lovely collection! Thank you to Netgalley for an ARC!
October 24, 2025
The Cat's tales is a charming compilation of feline stories and folklore from different historical periods and cultures, with one unifying theme - the cat.
Before each section is a short editorial review of the period/culture/characteristics of the cat the section embodies. Almost every story has a similar introduction giving the origins of the fairy tale or folklore that's coming. You have well.known ones like Dick Whittington's cat and plenty of unknown tales like The Boy Who Drew Cats.
The stories are short, sweet, mysterious, funny, divine or demonic, just like our beloved pets. Accompanying them are beautiful black and white illustrations of a moggy being a moggy. What more could one want in a book of cat lore?
A truly enjoyable collection of stories any cat lover will fancy. I was given an ARC to review, thanks to publishers Elliott & Thompson and NetGalley, but the opinions are my own.
Before each section is a short editorial review of the period/culture/characteristics of the cat the section embodies. Almost every story has a similar introduction giving the origins of the fairy tale or folklore that's coming. You have well.known ones like Dick Whittington's cat and plenty of unknown tales like The Boy Who Drew Cats.
The stories are short, sweet, mysterious, funny, divine or demonic, just like our beloved pets. Accompanying them are beautiful black and white illustrations of a moggy being a moggy. What more could one want in a book of cat lore?
A truly enjoyable collection of stories any cat lover will fancy. I was given an ARC to review, thanks to publishers Elliott & Thompson and NetGalley, but the opinions are my own.
September 12, 2025
4/5 stars
Thank you Netgalley and Elliott & Thompson for the ARC!
I love all things cats so of course I had to request this ARC. It's a collection of multinational tales around or about cats, divided in themes. The idea is super clever and who doesn't like a good tales collection book?
I liked that the book is divided in themes rather than countries: it makes the narration really fluid and the book was a quick and easy read. It's interesting to see the many recurring tropes - history and tales really do travel far! The homogenization of the tales is also well done.
Before each tale, Creed provides a little context about the tale and sometimes, which I found very interesting.
It's a well thought out collection, with a lovely international flair to it. And, of course, cats.
Definitely a good gift idea for the cat lovers!
Thank you Netgalley and Elliott & Thompson for the ARC!
I love all things cats so of course I had to request this ARC. It's a collection of multinational tales around or about cats, divided in themes. The idea is super clever and who doesn't like a good tales collection book?
I liked that the book is divided in themes rather than countries: it makes the narration really fluid and the book was a quick and easy read. It's interesting to see the many recurring tropes - history and tales really do travel far! The homogenization of the tales is also well done.
Before each tale, Creed provides a little context about the tale and sometimes, which I found very interesting.
It's a well thought out collection, with a lovely international flair to it. And, of course, cats.
Definitely a good gift idea for the cat lovers!
October 16, 2025
This book is absolutely delightful! I was grinning from ear to ear reading this the whole way through.
Not only because I adore cats (I have 3 and they are my sprit animal), but also because I think they are the most fascinating creatures on earth.
They are fun, sassy, cuddly, but also fierce, deadly and mysterious.
Charlie Creed really captured what it's like being a cat lover, how enduring the cat has been in the lives of humans throughout history.
The folk tales are cool and well told, they have that whimsical charm that old tales have in their simplistic and haunting way.
I also learned so much about cats in the process. I will treasure this book, and can see myself dipping in and out of it again.
If you need something to cheer you up, pick up this book, it will immediately cast a light on the darkness.
Thanks to Elliott & Thompson, and NetGalley for an early copy
Not only because I adore cats (I have 3 and they are my sprit animal), but also because I think they are the most fascinating creatures on earth.
They are fun, sassy, cuddly, but also fierce, deadly and mysterious.
Charlie Creed really captured what it's like being a cat lover, how enduring the cat has been in the lives of humans throughout history.
The folk tales are cool and well told, they have that whimsical charm that old tales have in their simplistic and haunting way.
I also learned so much about cats in the process. I will treasure this book, and can see myself dipping in and out of it again.
If you need something to cheer you up, pick up this book, it will immediately cast a light on the darkness.
Thanks to Elliott & Thompson, and NetGalley for an early copy
October 23, 2025
As I love folklore and short stories, I was drawn to this book. It is made up of stories from around the world celebrating all aspects of the cat. Some stories are more like fables, some a well/ known fairy tales and some are just stories that have been handed down within a particular culture.
The book is split into chapters that explore a particular characteristic of the cat. The chapters are then broken down into stories, each with it’s country of origin and then the background related to that tale, mentioning other similar stories from other parts of the world.
I recommend this book to anyone who loves cats, you will see aspects of your moggy in each story. It will also appeal to folklorists, fairytale lovers and those who like a short story. The tales are also child friendly so can be enjoyed as a family during the long winter nights.
3.5⭐️
The book is split into chapters that explore a particular characteristic of the cat. The chapters are then broken down into stories, each with it’s country of origin and then the background related to that tale, mentioning other similar stories from other parts of the world.
I recommend this book to anyone who loves cats, you will see aspects of your moggy in each story. It will also appeal to folklorists, fairytale lovers and those who like a short story. The tales are also child friendly so can be enjoyed as a family during the long winter nights.
3.5⭐️
September 3, 2025
I really enjoyed The Cats Tales!
As a lifelong cat lover, I found it fascinating to see how cats weave their way through folklore across different cultures. The structure worked so well - with each story introduced by helpful context, which set the scene beautifully and gave me insights I didn’t always know.
I especially appreciated the mix of familiar legends and ones I had never come across before, which kept the whole collection fresh and engaging. The retelling style made the stories flow smoothly and feel very accessible.
What I loved most is how this book made me look at my own three cats in a new way – with a bit of mystery and folklore magic behind their eyes.
Thank you to Elliott & Thompson and NetGalley for the digital ARC. All opinions are my own.
As a lifelong cat lover, I found it fascinating to see how cats weave their way through folklore across different cultures. The structure worked so well - with each story introduced by helpful context, which set the scene beautifully and gave me insights I didn’t always know.
I especially appreciated the mix of familiar legends and ones I had never come across before, which kept the whole collection fresh and engaging. The retelling style made the stories flow smoothly and feel very accessible.
What I loved most is how this book made me look at my own three cats in a new way – with a bit of mystery and folklore magic behind their eyes.
Thank you to Elliott & Thompson and NetGalley for the digital ARC. All opinions are my own.
September 26, 2025
Thank you to Netgalley and Elliot & Thompson for the eARC
A fast and interesting read. As promised, we are offered a lot of little tales featuring cats, all categorised in different archetypes, even though some cross over different categories. The commentaries a the beginning of every section and tales offer a nice insight and setting for the stories.
I do understand the choice to homogenise the storytelling in every tales, but it did feel a little too similar and erased some of the peculiarities of each culture.
If you have a great sense of folklore and researched cats a lot already, you might not find a lot of new tales here, but it is still a great and entertaining read, spanning the world, which is a big plus !
A fast and interesting read. As promised, we are offered a lot of little tales featuring cats, all categorised in different archetypes, even though some cross over different categories. The commentaries a the beginning of every section and tales offer a nice insight and setting for the stories.
I do understand the choice to homogenise the storytelling in every tales, but it did feel a little too similar and erased some of the peculiarities of each culture.
If you have a great sense of folklore and researched cats a lot already, you might not find a lot of new tales here, but it is still a great and entertaining read, spanning the world, which is a big plus !
October 7, 2025
I love cats, I grew up with two cats and I also love folklore, so I HAD to request this!
This was a cosy and interesting read about the history of cats and their place in folklore.
There are forty tales from all over the world, some dating back thousands of years. It’s really interesting to understand more how cats are worshipped in some places and hated or feared in others.
I loved the stories, the way they’re divided up was fun and makes it difficult to put the book down. The illustrations are beautiful.
I’ve already preordered the hardback from Waterstones!
Thank you NetGalley, Charlie Creed and Elliott & Thompson for providing me an ARC to review :)
This was a cosy and interesting read about the history of cats and their place in folklore.
There are forty tales from all over the world, some dating back thousands of years. It’s really interesting to understand more how cats are worshipped in some places and hated or feared in others.
I loved the stories, the way they’re divided up was fun and makes it difficult to put the book down. The illustrations are beautiful.
I’ve already preordered the hardback from Waterstones!
Thank you NetGalley, Charlie Creed and Elliott & Thompson for providing me an ARC to review :)
October 22, 2025
“In the beginning, cats ruled the world.”
This is a must read for cat lovers, young and old. With beautiful illustrations the book celebrates all things feline with cat tales from around the globe. As all cat lovers know, cats can be affectionate, aloof, have quiet purrs or loud. In the book these very things are explored - I particularly enjoyed the chapters on why cats always wash after eating, the clever cat and the greedy cat. Containing history, geography, folklore and facts this is a fascinating and very well researched read. I note that the author is a cat owner. This love and appreciation for felines is evident in the book. A great cover and a very enjoyable book.
This is a must read for cat lovers, young and old. With beautiful illustrations the book celebrates all things feline with cat tales from around the globe. As all cat lovers know, cats can be affectionate, aloof, have quiet purrs or loud. In the book these very things are explored - I particularly enjoyed the chapters on why cats always wash after eating, the clever cat and the greedy cat. Containing history, geography, folklore and facts this is a fascinating and very well researched read. I note that the author is a cat owner. This love and appreciation for felines is evident in the book. A great cover and a very enjoyable book.
November 12, 2025
If you’ve been around me for a while, you know that I always try to get my hands on a book about cats. Fiction or non-fiction, I must have it! The Cat’s Tales strikes a particularly melodious cord in that it is both: this is not a collection of kitty fairytales without context, it is really a sociological and anthropological look at the cat’s place in the world, through the lens of folk tales.
My favourite by far is the very first story on how the cat came to be - I’ve basically memorised it.
What is truly sweet is that it’s clear the author is a cat lover. Inasmuch as Creed’s commentary is informed, and academically inclined, his gentle humour and feline observations speak to a deep love for cats (and I wouldn’t want to read a book about cats by someone who is not at least a little bit biased in their favour). This belongs in any cat-loving household!
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher, Elliott & Thompson, for this eARC.
My favourite by far is the very first story on how the cat came to be - I’ve basically memorised it.
What is truly sweet is that it’s clear the author is a cat lover. Inasmuch as Creed’s commentary is informed, and academically inclined, his gentle humour and feline observations speak to a deep love for cats (and I wouldn’t want to read a book about cats by someone who is not at least a little bit biased in their favour). This belongs in any cat-loving household!
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher, Elliott & Thompson, for this eARC.
December 21, 2025
This is a cute little book, perfect to dip in and out due to the short chapters.
The illustrations are gorgeous (even on kindle) and the extra author notes are interesting and full of insights into the background to the stories, myths and folk tales included in the book.
The tales within are varied, and gathered into sections depending on the depictions of the cats described. It’s cleverly done as well as engaging.
If you’re a cat lover and want to know more about how these rascally creatures have been described in various cultures around the world you’ll really enjoy this.
The illustrations are gorgeous (even on kindle) and the extra author notes are interesting and full of insights into the background to the stories, myths and folk tales included in the book.
The tales within are varied, and gathered into sections depending on the depictions of the cats described. It’s cleverly done as well as engaging.
If you’re a cat lover and want to know more about how these rascally creatures have been described in various cultures around the world you’ll really enjoy this.
September 3, 2025
I adore cats and have been owned by quite a few over the years. I have two rescue cats now, one black and one tabby, who I love like they are my children.
Charlie has a wonderful collection of tales here. I like how he has broken this up into sections and includes an introduction to each tale, explaining the origin.
A wonderful read for cat lovers worldwide.
Thank you to Elliott & Thompson and NetGalley for the digital ARC. All opinions are my own.
Charlie has a wonderful collection of tales here. I like how he has broken this up into sections and includes an introduction to each tale, explaining the origin.
A wonderful read for cat lovers worldwide.
Thank you to Elliott & Thompson and NetGalley for the digital ARC. All opinions are my own.
November 2, 2025
Thank you, NetGalley, for this cute collection of tales about cats. Tales from all over the world, from different time periods, with pretty illustrations.
It's interesting to see similarities between tales from different countries. I found elements that are common to folk tales from my own country - in some of them - even though there's a long distance between the regions where they were heard. Which is the reason why I love Comparative Literature.
It's interesting to see similarities between tales from different countries. I found elements that are common to folk tales from my own country - in some of them - even though there's a long distance between the regions where they were heard. Which is the reason why I love Comparative Literature.
November 4, 2025
Review — The Cat’s Tales
“The Cat’s Tales” was sweet, cosy and surprisingly charming. I loved how the author captured a cat’s point of view in such a warm, whimsical way. This was one of those reads that felt comforting, light, and just nice to escape into for a little while.
Some parts were a bit simple, but honestly that’s also what made it feel like such an easy, gentle read. It’s a cute little story with heart and personality, and I enjoyed it.
Rating: 4 stars
“The Cat’s Tales” was sweet, cosy and surprisingly charming. I loved how the author captured a cat’s point of view in such a warm, whimsical way. This was one of those reads that felt comforting, light, and just nice to escape into for a little while.
Some parts were a bit simple, but honestly that’s also what made it feel like such an easy, gentle read. It’s a cute little story with heart and personality, and I enjoyed it.
Rating: 4 stars
Displaying 1 - 30 of 37 reviews