A review by josephines_library
Like Cats and Dogs by Kate McMurray

lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

 

Cat’s are a woman’s best friend.

That’s how the saying goes, doesn’t it? It’s applicable for me, and also for Lauren, the protagonist of the story. She runs a cat cafe in this cutesy part of Brooklyn that hasn’t been taken over by corporations and chain companies, right next door to a veterinary clinic. Which happens to be right where Dr. Cutie McCutie, Caleb works. Who is also a dog person.

This fast-paced story is good for those of you who like enemies-to-lovers type romances. The title accurately describes the relationship between Lauren and Caleb, they hate each other but also can’t keep their hands off each other. Arguments are their foreplay and for the longest part of the book it fuels their secret relationship. I just wanted to slap both of them and get them to communicate, which they did at the beginning but not as they developed. 

I learned a few more facts about cats, animals and small businesses are a big part of the story, but also that having friends and a support group is necessary to have a thriving and happy life.

3 out of 5 stars

Thanks to NetGalley and HQ (Harper Collins) for providing me with the eARC and the opportunity to read this work of art and for letting me meet an amazing author.