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The Cat Who Saved the Library
by Sōsuke Natsukawa
Nanami is a young teen with a deep love for reading, but when she notices more and more books disappearing from the library, she embarks on an adventure with Tiger, a talking cat, to uncover the mystery behind the missing books. This captivating story is a fantastic choice for middle-grade readers. I’m giving it a solid 4 stars (rounded up from 3.5), thanks to its superb translation and the meaningful life lessons it imparts by the end.
Although the novel is set in a dystopian world, its themes resonate strongly with the troubling reality in some parts of the world today, where books are banned, burned, and free thought is suppressed. This book serves as an important reminder of the value of imagination, freedom of expression, and the power of ideas—making it a must-read for pre-teens. It’s a thought-provoking tale that offers not only moral lessons but also fosters a sense of social responsibility when it comes to protecting freedom of choice and thought.
A truly insightful read for young readers, and I highly recommend it. Many thanks to NetGalley and Pan Macmillan | Picador for providing the ARC. This is my honest review.
Although the novel is set in a dystopian world, its themes resonate strongly with the troubling reality in some parts of the world today, where books are banned, burned, and free thought is suppressed. This book serves as an important reminder of the value of imagination, freedom of expression, and the power of ideas—making it a must-read for pre-teens. It’s a thought-provoking tale that offers not only moral lessons but also fosters a sense of social responsibility when it comes to protecting freedom of choice and thought.
A truly insightful read for young readers, and I highly recommend it. Many thanks to NetGalley and Pan Macmillan | Picador for providing the ARC. This is my honest review.