I was really dissapointed as I loved the first book, but it just didn't have the same feels as the first book.,

Nanami loves reading and when she notices the books disappearing from the library shelves she joins forces with Tiger the talking tabby cat to find out where the books have gone.

Unfortunately although I enjoyed the first book in the series this just wasn’t for me. It all felt a bit too abstract and ‘out there’ for me.

A sequel to a cat who saved books. It's a thoughtful and a easy read. A wonderful and meaningful fairy tale. The author reminds us Books teach us not to lose hope and reading books helps us in imagination. Overall it's a good read . I thank netgalley and panmacmillan for the eARC copy.

I really enjoyed this sequel! In this novel we follow Nanami as she’s frequently hanging out in a library, until one day she starts noticing that a man is stealing some books. Alongside Tiger, a grumpy tabby cat they decide to investigate and try to get the books back.
I really enjoyed this book as much as the first one, they all have a fantastical twist, this one we end up in a world where the man stealing books ends up burning them because they’re dangerous. They are both very thought provoking reads and super comforting as well. I highly recommend them if you’re looking for a more slow paced read.
Thank you NetGalley and PanMcmillan for an e-arc copy in exchange for an honest review.

I think if you go into this novel expecting a middle-grade-esque light fantasy about books, you’ll love it. If unfortunately you’re like me and wanted something a bit more nuanced and slice-of-life, I don’t think this book will be one for you. “The Cat Who Saved the Library” is a simple magical story about a girl and her cat sidekick who rescues books after noticing they’re being stolen by a mysterious entity. It’s a quick, sweet read about the purpose of books, what it means to be human with an imagination, and capitalism. I actually think it’s a really timely story with everything AI going on in the world, but unfortunately, the writing and characters were just a bit too simple for me. While I applaud the disability rep, I found our main character too naive, and our supporting cast pretty useless. The villain was definitely the most interesting character for me, and I wish we also got more of our main character’s relationship with her dad. I think this book could be great if you reframed your expectations but as someone who didn’t going into it, it unfortunately wasn’t my favourite read.

Charming story about the power of imagination, reading and self belief, with an adorable pair of main cgaracters. Highly recommend.

A sequel to 'The Cat Who Loved Books', albeit you can read this as a stand-alone book, as I did here.

The story follows Nanami, a young girl who suffers from debilitating asthma, the illness having shaped her ability to join in everyday activities at school and with her friends. She therefore spends much of her time on her own in the library, and has developed a deep love of reading books over the years, which have shaped her outlook on life. An astute young girl, Nanami one day notices books beginning to go missing from the library shelves, and so begins a plot that spans two realms, as Nanami attempts to save her precious books with the help a a cat called Tiger.

This was a quick read, the book being easy to digest and follow, but the underlying themes here are much deeper, such as the power of reading, imagination and appreciating the simpler things in life, within a society that is increasingly becoming driven by power and materialistic values. The book reminds us of the values of kindness and having consideration of others, even if their values and/or morality seem misaligned to yourself. It is a story of friendship, the importance of emotional connection, and having the resilience to follow your heart.

Thank you to Pan MacMillan and NetGallery for the opportunity to read this ARC.

This was a lovely, heart-warming read about the importance of reading and standing up for what you believe in, shown through the eyes of a young girl. I loved every second of reading this, it was such a gentle and kind novel, and I loved the emphasis on the importance of relying on community and asking for help when you need it.

I really enjoyed 'The cat who saved books', so I could not wait to read the next installment. An uplifting read about the power of books and the written word and learning to question and think for yourself. Nanami is a thirteen year old who is closeted and restricted due to her bad asthma so escapes into a world of books. When she starts to notice books disappearing from her local library so goes on a number of adventures accompanied by the wonderful talking cat Tiger, to save the books from being burned and hidden. A great read that really captures the reader with a lot of heart that really makes the reader think.

Thank you to Netgalley for an advanced read for an honest and fair review.

You follow Nanami on her journey to finding the books that are being stolen from her much loved library. This story is a lot deeper than I expected especially in current day when some issues are happening again now with books being banned. Books of imagination and books that make you think are being stolen to be replaced with meaningless books. Travel along side Nanami and of course a talking Cat to try and save the books

A heartwarming story about Nanami, a quiet but brave girl who loves her local library. When books start disappearing, she teams up with Tiger, a talking cat, to solve the mystery.

As they search for answers, Nanami learns to be strong and stand up for what she believes in. The book highlights the importance of stories, the danger of losing them, and how books can change lives.

A magical read for anyone who loves reading and cats

This was such a great second book. I loved the cosy feel of this book, it's one I'll come back to for years to come.

I absolutely adored the first book so was very happy to be given the opportunity to read the second book, which was equally as poetic and beautiful as the first.

I loved following Nanami again and how brave and resilient she is to get the bottom of the missing books, despite her ongoing difficulties with her asthma, not realising how much of a beautiful mark she leaves on the world. One thing I adore is the descriptions and world building within these stories, especially with books and cats (Tiger the tabby!) being so central, which really adds to the allure.

A truly heartwarming, comfort read.

**ARC Review: *The Cat Who Saved the Library* by Sosuke Natsukawa**

If you adored *The Cat Who Saved Books*, Sosuke Natsukawa’s latest novel is another charming and philosophical journey into the magic of literature—this time with an all-new book-loving protagonist and a mischievous talking cat.

### **The Story:**
Nanami Kosaki has always found solace in books, and her town’s library is her favorite place in the world. But when books start disappearing from the shelves, Nanami’s quiet world is turned upside down. A strange man in a grey suit lurks in the aisles, and something about him feels... off.

Enter Tiger, a wise and sassy talking tabby cat who warns Nanami not to get involved. But curiosity—and a shared love of books—wins out, and together, they embark on a mysterious adventure to uncover the truth behind the vanishing stories. As they follow the trail of missing books, Nanami and Tiger discover a deeper conspiracy, one that questions the very value of knowledge and the importance of independent thought.

### **What Makes It Special:**
📚 **A Love Letter to Libraries & Literature** – This book reminds us why books matter and why they must be protected.
🐱 **A Mysterious, Wisecracking Talking Cat** – Tiger is as enigmatic as he is adorable, offering riddles, warnings, and wisdom in equal measure.
🔎 **A Whimsical, Thought-Provoking Mystery** – With themes of censorship, free thought, and the power of stories, it’s both a cozy read and a reflective one.
💛 **A Touch of Magic & Philosophy** – Fans of *The Little Prince* or *Howl’s Moving Castle* will appreciate the gentle yet profound exploration of ideas.

### **Final Thoughts:**
With heartwarming prose and a dash of fantasy, *The Cat Who Saved the Library* is a beautiful tale about courage, curiosity, and the transformative power of books. Sosuke Natsukawa crafts a quiet but powerful story that will resonate with bibliophiles and cat lovers alike.

📖 **Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars)**
Perfect for readers who love whimsical literary adventures with a philosophical twist!

First of all I would like to thank NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC in exchange for an honest review

I’m so thankful that I managed to get an ARC of this book, I adored The Cat Who Saved Books which is the first in this series and was happy for a sequel. You can read this without reading the first though as they are individual stories but they both have the same beautiful storytelling so is worth reading both.

I wouldn’t know if there are issues with the translation and seemed to flow smoothly so can’t fault the work of the translator.

This is a cozy and yet thoughtful read which makes you think about the themes presented and the bonus is the cat which is a pivotal part of the book.

I enjoyed The Cat Who Saved Books and was equally enraptured by this.

A tale of a talking cat, a book-loving girl and a library where books are disappearing.

Nanami lives a quiet life frequently her local library when her father is at work. Her asthma stops her actively pursuing life but she reads and notices that books are disappearing. When a talking cat appears asking for help, she does not question but instead follows him on a dangerous journey to find out where they have been taken and why.

Her courage, intelligence and empathy will give her the tools she needs to defeat their enemy as well as a little help from her literary friends.

A delightful tale and a reminder of the power of books to change the world!

The second in the series, The Cat Who Saved the Library is an uplifting tale from Japan about a talking cat, a book-loving girl and the power of books to make a difference in the world.

I cannot explain how happy I was to be back into this absolutely lush world, with some beloved characters and new favourites. I really loved Nanami’s character and the fact that through how sheltered she was because of her health, it reminded the reader about how young she was but also how courageous she was. I loved getting to know more about her and seeing her character progress as the story did. It was so nostalgic to see the return of some of my favourite characters from the first book.

I think the world building was incredible and I love how vividly it was described because it painted such a clear picture in my mind of how everything looked. I love how the plot was centred around not just the power of books and how they can make a difference in the world (which is extremely topical given it mentions book burning and banning books), but also about not limiting yourself to the confines that are imposed upon you, either from yourself or those around you, which in Nanami’s case was because of her asthma. I really loved how Nanami’s asthma was represented and how much those around her truly cared about her, it was beautiful to witness.

I fell in love with Sosuke’s writing style from the first book, which is credited to the fantastic translation Louise did for both books. If there any more books to come then I cannot wait for them but if this is the end of the series (which I hope not), then I think this was a strong ending to a fantastic, cosy fantasy series that I would recommend everyone to check out.

Thank you to Picador and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book early in exchange for an honest review.

⚠️ CWs: asthma attack, book burning and banning, fire, gun use, injury detail, violence, murder; mentions death of a parent ⚠️

A lovely return to the world of Tiger the tabby cat! The characters were so well written and I loved the plot. Highly recommended.

When books begin to disappear from the local library, one of the dedicated library patrons, a young girl called Nanami, is determined to get to the bottom of it. Even if it means stalking the sinister man in the grey suit whom she suspects may be behind what is going on.

The last thing she expects is to be warned off this course of action - least of all, by a talking cat! Yet that is precisely what happens. So what can Nanami do now...

This is a charming story in the vein of recent Japanese books featuring cats and libraries, cafes and books, and similar themes. If you like literature and felines, this should be right up your alley! It gets 3.5 stars.

There’s something about Japanese fiction that has me wanting to highlight every single sentence and this book is no different.

I love the concept and I love the underlying narrative about the value of books. Nanami’s character was so heartwarming and the way she is conveyed is utterly beautiful.

I throughly enjoyed this read, especially how concise and easy to read it was!