A review by mikaylay
The Day Tiger Rose Said Goodbye by Jim LaMarche, Jane Yolen

emotional lighthearted reflective sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? N/A
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

5.0

The author's dedication to her previous kitties is both heartbreaking and heartwarming. The illustrations by Jim LaMarche are colorful and gorgeous, and they work nicely with the accompanying text to bring the words, story, and message to life. Tiger Rose is a kind, compassionate character. The plot is well-developed and moderately paced. The prose is whimsical, with touches of sweet melancholy. The narrative does an excellent job of demonstrating how much a cat pays attention to its surroundings, the objects in its environment, and the connections it may form. The finale was stunning and executed perfectly. The Day Tiger Rose Said Goodbye, written by Jane Yolen and illustrated by Jim LaMarche, is a lovely children's book about a beloved cat saying goodbye to the people and things she sees, hears, smells, and loves every day, as well as the ones who do all of this for her. I believe both children and adults will like this one, and those who have lost or own an older cat will be able to relate to Tiger Rose's narrative. Children and adults will enjoy learning or teaching about a cat going to kitty heaven. The book also carries an essential message about loving and paying attention to our pets every day because we never know when the last day will come.