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Book Review of A Street Cat Named Bob: And How He Saved My Life

A Street Cat Named Bob: And How He Saved My Life
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I really enjoyed reading this book about an extraordinary cat. I usually read dog books, but the writer captured my attention and held it. It's about two lost soles (one human, one feline) that find one another and help each other heal. A true story about a young man who is trying to overcome a long-term drug addiction. He finds friendship with a street cat. James Bowen gives us a clear picture of what it's like to live hand to mouth on the streets of London as a a street musician. Bob the cat accompanies him and quickly becomes an asset to him. I really recommend this book. As it turns out, a movie was made of this book. But I think the book is much better.