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Cat Lady

By Dawn O’Porter
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In Cat Lady by Dawn O'Porter, the protagonist navigates the complexities of her well-manicured life, filled with societal expectations and personal dilemmas. With her profound connection to her cat serving as both a comfort and a complication, the story explores themes of identity, acceptance, and the challenges of living authentically in a world that often misunderstands those who don’t conform. This captivating narrative weaves humour and heartfelt moments as it delves into the relationship dynamics that shape our lives.
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You might enjoy this book if you love quirky, character-driven stories about personal transformation and the complexities of modern life. Dawn O'Porter weaves humour and heartfelt moments into a narrative that's both relatable and thought-provoking, perfect for readers who appreciate introspective yet amusing tales.

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**The bold, brilliant and buzzy new novel from Dawn O'Porter – HONEYBEE – is available to pre-order now**

Brilliantly funny and entertaining, don’t miss the brand new novel from the Sunday Times bestselling author

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The bold, brilliant and buzzy new novel from Dawn O'Porter – HONEYBEE – is available to pre-order now

THE SUNDAY TIMES TOP TEN BESTSELLER and Richard & Judy book club pick

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WHAT IF THE LIFE YOU’RE LIVING … ISN’T THE ONE YOU WANT?

Mia has made all the right choices. She’s married, she has the nice house, the good career. But life isn’t about fitting into a box. And there’s another woman inside her who’s just clawing to get out …

PRAISE FOR CAT LADY:

‘Even speaking as a dog man, I thought Cat Lady was an absolute joy to read’ Matt Haig

‘My book of the year’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘A reminder to live your life your way. Cat or no cat’ Fearne Cotton

‘Really gets the reader to think about what matters in life. Unputdownable and completely wonderful!’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Witty, thought-provoking and hilarious, Cat Lady is a triumph’ The Unmumsy Mum

‘Dawn O’Porter challenges the stereotypes of the typical ‘cat lady’ with this beautiful and emotional read’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘An ode to finding your people and a celebration of the small things that bring us together’ Emma Gannon

‘I absolutely adored this book!’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Funny, heart-wrenching and full of warmth’ Sarah Morgan

‘A beautifully written book that I'd recommend to anyone’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘A lovely onion of a book, layered with humour and emotion’ Daisy Haggard

‘A joyous, touching, funny, sharp story – I cannot praise it enough. Purr-fection’ Milly Johnson

Dawn O’Porter's book Cat Lady was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 24-10-2022.

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Cat Lady by Dawn O’Porter is celebrated for its humour, warmth, and thought-provoking narrative. Reviewers praise its ability to blend comedy with heart-wrenching moments, capturing a love for pets and exploring human connections. It is lauded for challenging stereotypes and delivering a joyful, engrossing read that resonates with both cat enthusiasts and broader audiences.

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Book Details

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ISBN: 9780008385439

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 July 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 220g

Pages: 352

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About the Author

Dawn O'Porter is a Sunday Times bestselling novelist, columnist and broadcaster who lives in Los Angeles with her husband Chris, sons Art and Valentine, cat Lilu and dog Potato. She has made numerous documentaries about all sorts of things: polygamy, childbirth, Geisha, body image, breast cancer and even the movie Dirty Dancing. She is the critically acclaimed author of The Cows, Paper Aeroplanes and Goose. Dawn also collects vintage clothing, and admits to writing her best work when she is wearing a bonkers seventies dress and her hair is a voluminous bob.

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