November 5, 2025
An absolutely gorgeous memoir about one woman’s journey in caring for feral cats. It is in turns funny and heartbreaking, showing a depth of understanding of not just cats, but humanity. It’s about cats, but it’s also about capitalism; about TikTok virality, but also community care. The story is fascinating on its own, but Gustafson’s writing makes her essays sing. I’ll be thinking about this one for a long, long time—it’s my favorite book of 2025.
–Joanna, Annie Bloom’s Books, Portland, OR
Find new favorites at Annie Bloom’s and other independent bookstores. (Plus, it’s easier to care for a new book than for a new cat.)
