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3.82 AVERAGE
This book was so touching. The love Mayumi Inaba has for her sweet cat Mii was so heartwarming, even if the story itself was very sad. A beautiful translation
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First published in 1999, Mornings Without Mii chronicles the author's 20-year relationship with her cat, Mii. As a cat lover myself, I was immediately hooked by this book's cover and description. Unfortunately, it did not turn out to be the heartwarming memoir it was marketed as, and instead left me heartbroken for Mii and the way she was treated. I would not recommend this book to anyone, especially if you are triggered by pet illness or loss.
Perhaps some of the author's original thoughts were lost in translation, or not as much was known about the proper treatment of pets when this was first written more than twenty years ago, but I found the author to be distant and irresponsible in her care for Mii. She writes in sometimes graphic detail about Mii's health issues, which often went unaddressed for far longer than they should have. I could not imagine putting my cats through some of the things described in this book. Beyond a few bittersweet moments, this book left me reflecting on some of my most devastating memories with pets I have lost, which made it even more difficult to finish.
Perhaps some of the author's original thoughts were lost in translation, or not as much was known about the proper treatment of pets when this was first written more than twenty years ago, but I found the author to be distant and irresponsible in her care for Mii. She writes in sometimes graphic detail about Mii's health issues, which often went unaddressed for far longer than they should have. I could not imagine putting my cats through some of the things described in this book. Beyond a few bittersweet moments, this book left me reflecting on some of my most devastating memories with pets I have lost, which made it even more difficult to finish.
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Absolutely loved this book as a palate cleanser between Blood Over Bright Haven and A Cruel Light. Mayumi Inaba's writing style is relaxing, and never tries to be more than it is - I also credit the translator for doing this so well. It's an easy read, but I don't think I've read a book more focused on the relationship between an owner and her cat before, despite having read almost the entire catalogue of translated Japanese cat fiction published in recent years. Yes, it's sad that Mii dies , but it's journey is detailed so beautifully. If only I understood japanese - as the poems seem to be a delight as well in their original language.
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Lovely tribute to her cat, although very sad.
Content Warnings
Minor: Animal death
I don't know what it is with Japanese authors and their cats. But it is always filled with melancholy and sadness. It's a beautifully written memoir with poetry about her life with her cat. I never cried so much at the end of a book, and I couldn't even stop sobbing after I finished it.
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