A review by scarletshore
The Travelling Cat Chronicles by Hiro Arikawa

adventurous emotional funny reflective sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

For the rest of my life, I would remember all the shades of red Satoru mentioned that day.

The Traveling Cat Chronicles offers a unique perspective by narrating from the cat's point of view. At first, I was a bit puzzled about where the story was heading, as it seemed to just follow the experiences of a stray cat. However, as I turned the pages, the plot unfolded beautifully and became clear. The book is heartwarming and filled with touching moments, but it takes an unexpected turn in the final chapter. This twist left me in tears for a good 30 minutes, until my own cats came to comfort me. Despite the emotional ending, the story is truly special and memorable.