The Cat Who Saved the Library is a cozy little adventure about Nanami, a book-loving 13-year-old with asthma and a serious knack for getting caught up in magical library mysteries. When classic books start vanishing off the shelves and a mysterious man in gray appears, Nanami finds herself pulled into a world where books need saving—literally. Enter Tiger, a talking tabby cat with a mission and a bit of sass, and suddenly Nanami’s quiet library days turn into a fight to protect stories from creepy faceless soldiers and castle-sized censorship.

It’s charming, quick, and filled with love for literature. While it hints at deeper themes, it keeps things light and whimsical—a sweet reminder of why books matter, especially in a world where they’re still being banned. Perfect for readers of all ages who believe stories are worth fighting for.

The sequel to The Cat Who Saved Books. Thirteen year old Nanami loves reading and visiting her local library. When she discovers that books are disappearing off the shelves and then notices the appearance of a suspicious man in grey behaving surreptitiously, she decides she wants to know more and find the missing books. A talking tabby cat called Tiger appears and together they set off on an adventure. This is not only about the power of books but also about the importance of books in our lives. The blurb says to never underestimate great literature and to see it as a reminder to think for ourselves no matter what our ‘charismatic’ leaders might say! An easy, charming and fun read with a message. I must add that I loved the cover and the cat pattern on the edges of the pages! 🐱

Nanami loves reading. The local library is her safe haven and books are her greatest treasure. She is horrified to realise some of the books are missing, and even more horrified to learn that someone is stealing and destroying the books. Teaming up with Tiger, the talking tabby cat, Nanami resolves to save the books and save the library.

A heartwarming story with some nice lessons about friendship, the value of books and courage in the face of false treasures. I recommend for cat lovers, lovers of fantasy and sweet tales with heartwarming lessons.

A beautiful and important sequel, never more so than now.

Nanami leads a restricted physical life due to her asthma. She finds solace in books and visits the library every day after school.

But there is a dark force spreading throughout the world, trying to prevent books spreading joy or encouraging empathy or sympathy.

A talking cat appears and together Tiger and Nanami enter a secret passageway to try to stop the dark force stealing books.

Only those true of heart will conquer the dark forces and teach the leader that not all humans are selfish, greedy and obsessed with power.

Let those of us who love to read hold on to the power of quiet words and not let the dark forces win.

The Cat Who Saved the Library is a charming and heartfelt story that beautifully captures the healing power of books and the quiet magic of companionship. The protagonist’s bond with the cat adds a warm, gentle touch, making the narrative feel both cozy and meaningful. The writing is simple yet evocative, drawing you into the small town setting and its lovable characters. While it’s a relatively light read, it offers thoughtful reflections on friendship, grief, and the importance of stories. Overall, a delightful book that leaves you with a sense of comfort and nostalgia. Definitely worth a read for anyone who loves quiet, soul-nourishing tales.

In this charming sequel to The Cat Who Saved Books, Sosuke Natsukawa invites readers back into a quiet world where books hold deep meaning and talking cats offer unexpected wisdom. This time, the story centers on Nanami Kosaki, a shy book-loving girl who finds solace in her local library. When books begin mysteriously disappearing from the shelves, Nanami’s curiosity is piqued—especially after a suspicious man in a grey suit catches her attention.

Enter Tiger, the familiar tabby cat from the first novel, now serving as Nanami’s guide. Together, they embark on a gentle, magical quest to uncover the truth behind the missing books. As they navigate strange challenges, the story once again delivers a symbolic exploration of the value of books, the importance of accessibility, and the courage it takes to stand up for what's right.

The narrative is soft, cozy, and quietly philosophical, though it occasionally leans a bit too heavily into metaphor. Readers who enjoyed the introspective tone of the first book will appreciate this continuation, though it lacks the emotional weight or depth some might hope for in a sequel.

A sweet, low-stakes adventure with heartwarming moments and a reverence for literature—perfect for quiet afternoons.

I absolutely adored “The cat who saved books” and was super excited with high expectations as to the second story.

Unfortunately, to me personally it wasn’t as good as the first one. If I’ve read it first, I think I’d have loved it, but after the first story it just wasn’t the same.

I found the main character a bit annoying and more childish than the first one, which I think took away the brilliance of the story itself.

The concept of the book is super interesting, enchanting, and engaging. I would definitely recommend this book and I’ve bought both of them as gifts already.

Following in the same theme as The Cat Who Saved Books, The Cat Who Saved the Library is an important lesson in empathy, compassion and the power of community. All these things are taught to the protagonist in the books she borrows from the library.

This book is warm, it’s cosy and it’s full of love for literature. It’s also a lovely short book that’s great to speed through in an afternoon. I loved that this one centred libraries and showed how important libraries are to Nanami, a very asthmatic girl who takes refuge in books.

I loved seeing Tiger again of course, but we also got to see Rintaro and Sayo again which made me really happy. Though they weren’t the main characters this time they still had an important part to play

Reading this one has made me want to go back and read the first one all over again!

Great book, it’s a lovely read although I didn’t enjoy it quite as much as the previous one. A very different genre from what I normally read but really made a change and was enjoyable.

This was an amazing book. To be quite frank, I enjoyed reading this more than the previous volume. I loved how everything was written. Character building was excellent and much more nuanced than the first book. The plot was smooth with enough obstacles in the path of our heroes. I cannot stress enough how much I love having cats as main characters.

The commentary was great and on point. Every sentence I read, I kept thinking this is exactly what needs to be said at this point in time.

This book saved my life. I don't know why and how I chose this particular moment to read it, but somehow it was something I truly needed. I am currently in a phase of being overwhelmed by everything, feeling as if I'm drowning.

Many parts of the story felt like a reminder to find myself again, a reminder to slow down and look inwards, to regain a sense of balance. A lot of the messages in the book gave me a gentle spiritual boost; it felt like a soft guiding light telling me that I'm not alone, that my struggles were not uncommon but also that they will not last forever. I felt a sense of lightness when I reached the final page, as if a burden has been lifted.

If you have read "The Cat Who Saved Books", here you will find a similar adventurous story of a cat and it's ally, going around saving books. I found this book softer than the first one, and connected to it more deeply. The MC is portrayed to be wiser beyond their years yet had a certain refreshing naivete and childlike perspective on life; something a lot of people lose as they get more exposed to the real world. It's such a good story that it makes you stop and rediscover that inner child locked somewhere deep in your heart.

I am truly indebted. Thank you to the author and translator for making this book exist.

A book about cats and books - what’s not to like! A great sequel with a wonderful storyline. Easy to read.

Its cats, Its book what more could you want.
A book among many, but one of the best I have read.
Sometimes small books can be very powerful.
Thank you for the ARC

I really enjoyed this! I loved the little overlaps and references to The Cat Who Saved Books, but appreciated the differences too.

In some ways it is eerily similar to what is happening in real life, which makes the message extra relevant. Fight for what you believe in and hold strong to your morals.

For me this was the perfect mix of cosy literature about cats and books, mixed with a more serious message. My ideal kind of book.

Thankyou to Netgalley for this eARC (and oh gosh waterstones did such a pretty edition of this!)

The books are disappearing and we need to get them back! This follows Nanami, a girl who spends 99.99% of her time in the library while her dad is busy working - she realises that books arent simply being checked out though... they are going missing completely! We don't need to stress though as Tiger is back to save the day, with some old faces appearing as well. Nanami was a brilliant MC who's bravery helps to save the day.

This was really wholesome and was similar too the first book. It had me in my feels at times and it was so cosy with a little stressfulness mixed in.

I understand why this book is so popular among book lovers. Books and cats are truly a cute combination. 

After Rintaro Natsuki and Tiger saved the books, did that peace last? Apparently not... Years later, the enemies of books rise again. This time, their champions are even tougher, and they’re determined to burn and destroy classic books, starting with the library. 

This time, a young girl named Nanami—frail due to her asthma—sets out to investigate the sudden disappearance of books from the library. Of course, the snarky Tiger also shows up to help. And for those who miss Rintaro (now an adult), he makes a cameo appearance. Will this case also bring a change to Nanami’s real life? 

I ended up getting recommendations for classic books and some insights into publishing issues from this story. 
However, despite its good intentions, the narrative still feels a bit "forceful," labeling readers who don’t fit ideal criteria. In my opinion, this isn’t fair because the world of books is always evolving. We shouldn’t just focus on classics but also actively appreciate and curate potential new classics for the future. 

Though the characters feel very two-dimensional, I still found myself caring about Nanami’s fate and curious about how she’d overcome her new challenges. 
It’s a shame that Tiger the cat remains a side character in a book that features him in the title and cover. He’s not friendly, doesn’t actively help—he’s more like a key or a gateway into the magic realism world. I have mixed feelings about this one. 

Thank you Netgalley and Picador from Pan Macmillan Publishing for providing copy of this ebook. I have voluntarily read and reviewed it. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Expecting release date: 10 April 2025

4 stars ⋆✴︎˚｡⋆

such a cozy read. this was very reminiscent of a studio ghibli film while still having the deeper meaning similar to that of fahrenheit 451.

The Cat Who Saved the Library by Sosuke Natsukawa is a heartwarming and quietly magical tale that blends whimsy with a deep reverence for literature.

I was drawn in within tje first chapters by the story’s tender portrayal of Rintaro, a shy book loving teen coping with loss. When he meets a talking tabby cat named Tiger, the narrative shifts into a fable like journey through “labyrinths” of misguided reading. Each adventure challenges our understanding of books’ purpose not as trophies or data, but as living connections between people.

The book is both a tribute to the transformative power of stories and a gentle call to defend the soul of reading. The prose is simple yet poetic, and though the plot can be predictable, it’s the emotion and message that resonate. For any lover of books, this novel is a quiet affirmation of why we read and why we must protect the magic of libraries.
Many thanks to the publisher and netgalley for providing this book 📖

Oh what a magical little sequel!! I absolutely adored The Cat Who Saved Books so was really hoping this would be a fantastic addition to the original story and it definitely was! I loved how we jumped forward in time through meeting new characters but also revisited old familiar friends. Such a cosy and heartwarming read about the power of books and the freedom to learn and grow. ✨ Thank you so much to Sosuke Natsukawa, Pan Macmillan and Picador for access to this eARC ✨

A truly delightful easy to read book. It flows beautifully. The story of a young girl overcoming her difficulties who encounters a cat who in turn travels her journey with her.. a magical read.