I was given this book as a present due to my love of cats. I am glad they chose this as I really enjoyed reading it. It is well written and the story is moving.

When James Bowen finds an injured ginger cat curled up in the hallway of where he is living, he is unaware this cat will change his life.

James has lost all connection with his parents and is living in sheltered accommodation as a result of taking drugs. He is a busker, trying to earn money for food, and so he doesn't really want a cat to look after too, but taking Bob in, might just bring about good luck.

Bob becomes quite the centre of attention, sitting on James's shoulder and sleeping at his feet as he plays, and soon James realises that he And Bob are meant for each other. It's hard to believe that a man and a cat can be soul mates but in this case it's true.

But working on the streets isn't all fun and laughter, Bob and James meet some nasty characters who will do all they can to get rid of this man and his cat.

James and Bob embark on a journey, but not one with wizards and magic, one set on the streets of London and with no great quest, just trying to earn enough to live on.

This is a great book and I highly recommend it.

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