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Oct 22, 2018darladoodles rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
This is "The Man Called Ove" for cat-lovers. A stray cat (christened with the name Nana for his seven-shaped tail) is taken in by a single man named Satoru. They live very comfortably together until it is declared that Nana must have a new home. Satoru emails some old friends and the two set off on a journey to visit each friend in turn and find a good home for Nana. As we meet each of his old friends we learn more about Satoru's life growing up. Finally we meet the aunt who raised him (Noriko) and discover the reason for the journey. Get out your tissues! Would make a fantastic book group selection with much to discuss regarding family relationships, growing up, friendships and, of course, the joys of owning a cat.