Published by: Ingrid King. Last Updated on: February 9, 2023 by Crystal Uys
Cat House: My Love Affair With Cats is aptly subtitled, because the book is just that – the story of one woman’s lifelong love affair with her cats. From her first childhood cat Boots to the cats that help her through the loss of her husband and her own illness later in life, this book celebrates cats and all they bring to our lives. Dumbrava shares her cats, and her life, through stories ranging from camping trips with cats to travels to foreign countries with cats (one of her well-traveled cats, Tiger, takes Spain, and the hearts of the chamber maids at the hotel by storm, earning the nickname “El Tigrito”), to the challenges of life-changing moves with cats.
You will most likely recognize some of your own cats in these stories as the author shares her cats’ particular likes, dislikes, habits and antics. You will laugh out loud at Koala, the cat who washes her toys in the water bowl, much to the annoyance of one of her feline housemates. You will nod your head in recognition as Dumbrava tells us about favorite napping spots, bedtime rituals and her cats’ love of sunshine. You will cry as the author has to say goodbye to beloved cats. And of course I was particulary intrigued to get to know the tortie on the cover, aptly named Pinky after the pink streak on her nose.
Dumbrava wraps up this lovely collection of stories with a hearbreaking piece titled “The Shelter Cat” and a reflection on how a lifetime spent with cats has enriched her life – something that will resonate with every cat lover.
Lucille Dumbrava is a retired teacher/counselor whose love of cats and love of writing started when she was a child. Many of her stories about the cats in her life have been collected in a book entitled Cat House, now available from Amazon, Alibris , www.bookstandpublishing.com, and Northern California bookstores. You can also order directly from Lucille by e-mailing her.
This book was sent to me for review by the author.
About the author
Ingrid King is an award-winning author, former veterinary hospital manager, and veterinary journalist who is passionate about cats.
I think you’ll really enjoy this book, Marg. You have a great weekend, too!
Wow, that sounds like a great book. Can’t wait to read it. Looking forward to reading all about the cats traveling. That must have been something. Thanks for this great review. Hope you have a great week end.