Mr Perkins Takes Charge

A magical black cat who is set out to change lives. Sign me up! One day, he wanders into a solicitors office and starts changing lives, one purr at a time.

Perfect fall read as we approach halloween! Not spooky at all, just black cat vibes. This was a super fun whismical read that is perfect for when you are looking for something light and easy. As a cat lover myself, I enjoyed this book so much and found myself smiling and also wishing Mr Perkins was real.

It might be time for me to get another cat.

This blurb really sums up this book: "This is a story for anyone who loves our feline friends. It’s a story for those in the legal profession. It’s a story for those who stare out of an office window and wonder."

When Mr Perkins, a handsome black cat, walks into the offices of a local solicitors the staff have no idea how much their lives are about to change.
Thanks to him, they will each have chance to think about their lives and maybe change them for the better.
A lovely story of how the smallest things can make the biggest changes. If you like cats you will love this.

Mr Perkins Takes Charge by Suzanne Stephenson

Mr Perkins, a black cat isn't just a magical cat, he's a healer. This communicates within the human understanding that sometimes we need a little happiness as grown adults with responsibilities. I love this story because it reminds me of my Black cat - Luna. She's my healer on days when I want to give up and don't want to face any challenges and she reminds me, that she needs me as much as I need her.

What an utterly adorable story! I enjoyed it immensely.
Mr Perkins, a black cat, wanders in to a solicitors office and makes himself at home. He seems to know who needs him, and is happily obliging with purrs. “The Perkins effect” makes everybody happy.
This story shows how much animals can do for people. A wonderful book for cat lovers.

A delightful book with charming illustrations about a cat who takes up residence at a law firm and how he changes the lives of the people there for the good. I loved this book!

Thanks to NetGalley and Books Go Social for the opportunity to read Mr. Perkins Takes Charge by Suzanne Stephenson. "When he strolls into Spong, Salter and Tethering Solicitors out of nowhere, he is set to change lives. Is he just a stray or a magical cat, who can gift those around him the changes they deserve? Both good and bad."
This was as lovely! We underestimate our animal friends.

Thank you NetGallery and BooksGoSocial for this book! What a sweet heartwarming story of Mr Perkins the cat! Black cat Mr. Perkins; has found a new place to call home - an attorneys office. He has meowed his way to everyone’s heart and seems to know exactly what to do to help a person find their true happiness and help those in need. Between purrs and plenty of treats he makes the would around him a better place. When his work is done he knows when to make a graceful exit. To anyone who has/had a cat or any pet will understand how they make our lives more complete and a better place home can be.

132 pages

5 stars

What a delightful book. A black cat wanders into a solicitors office and completely enchants all who work there. He befriends and heals all the troubles that the humans have.

If you love cats, you will certainly enjoy this book.

I want to thank NetGalley and BooksGoSocial for forwarding to me a copy of this wonderful book for me to read, enjoy and review. The opinions expressed in this review are solely my own.

I like stories that feature an animal as a protagonist, and I do have a soft spot for cats, so I was looking forward to reading this.

This was a charming short story. I think it's a story that older children might enjoy, as well as adults, and I liked its simplicity - nothing about it was complicated. It's probably a good choice for a light read, if you want something to relax with. The illustrations are adorable too.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for a free copy to review.

One day a black cat wondered into the offices of Spong, Salter and Tethering Solicitors and made himself comfortable in the reception comfy chair. The receptionist liked cats so gave him some milk and treats and was pleased to see him on their doorstep the next day. He regularly turned up and gradually made himself at home. The people working there gradually realised if Mr Perkins took an interest in you, your life began to improve. I found this gentle story to be entertaining and fun.

Is it enough to say I’ve already purchased four copies of this book for my cat loving family and friends? Mr. Perkins is a purrfectly enigmatic cat who invites himself into a law firm in England. He knows just how to nudge a person to make positive changes and enjoy life more. Important for animal lovers to know: no animals die or are harmed in this book. I truly hope this will be a series. Mr. Perkins fills the need for a feel good, relaxing book.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the chance to read this arc in exchange for an honest review.

A delightful tale of a cat who adopts a solicitors office and persuades all the members in the office to make better life choices. A black stray cat wanders into the law office and is adopted by the partners. The cat visits with all of the members and persuades through miaow and purring his opinions on various topics. They Name him Mr. Perkins. Mr. Perkins helps one member curb his drinking problem by shutting the drawer every time the man reaches to take a nip. He helps a partner stand up to his unreasonable and cruel wife who is making him and his daughter miserable. The wife is so shocked, she leaves him, applies for a divorce and he and his daughter live happily afterwards. The cat knocks off brochures about visiting Spain and Weddings in Spain to encourage one of the solicitors to stop procrastinating and marry her fiance. There are more partners the cat manages to help - he even thwarts a burglary. This is a sweet read and I enjoyed reading it.

This book came along at just the right time in my life, when I needed to read about something good, sweet, and funny instead of the usual murder mysteries I typically enjoy. Mr. Perkins Takes Charge is predictable in a way that calms the nerves and soothes the soul.

I absolutely loved this book. Such an unusual tale but it kept me hooked. I completed it in one sitting. The story shows how important animals are in a world of humans. Where would we be without them? The author has taken what could have been several short stories and woven them together perfectly.

Absolutely loved this book. Really cheered me up & such a light hearted, feel good book. Oh for a RL Mr Perkins!

This is a really short book, a couple of hours at most to read. It’s really lovely, heartwarming and sweet.

Just a little bit of joy in your life on a cold winter day.

My thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the copy in exchange for an honest review.

“Mr. Perkins Takes Charge” by Suzanne Stephenson is a charming novel about the difference a stray cat makes on a law office when he decides to move in. Each chapter features one of the members of the office and the life-changing impact Mr. Perkins has on them. It’s a very short novel and can be easily read on a rainy afternoon when one is in the mood for some feel-good reading. I read an ARC provided by Net Galley, and while there were some issues with formatting that distracted me from time to time, I thoroughly enjoyed the story. My opinion is my own.

Mr. Perkins Takes Charge unfolds as a heartwarming exploration of the unexpected impact a stray cat named Mr. Perkins has on the lives of the individuals at Spong, Salter and Tethering Solicitors. The narrative skillfully navigates through dedicated chapters for each office member, revealing how the enigmatic feline becomes a transformative force, bringing positive and puzzling changes to their lives. The novel's charm lies in its simplicity and feel-good factor, with each chapter providing a glimpse into the characters' dreams and quirks touched by Mr. Perkins' mysterious influence. Cat lovers will be enchanted by the whimsical portrayal of feline charm, and British humor aficionados will appreciate the unique and delightful touch it adds to this cozy tale. Despite any initial quirkiness, the novel stands as a compelling read, offering a low-stakes, pressure-free journey into a world where a cat takes charge, leaving a lasting impression on the hearts of those he encounters.

I loved this story as it's cute and well done. A cat which is both magic and realistic like any cat. A well plotted and sweet story.
Good storytelling, loved it
Highly recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher for this ARC, all opinions are mine

Princess Fuzzypants here: When a cat showed up at the door of the law firm, the humans might have thought they were saving a stray. Indeed that appeared to be the case. He, in fact, saved them. In the year that Mr. Perkins spent with them, he recognized needs that even the humans did not know they had and taking them firmly but gently in paw, Mr. Perkins coaxed them in the right directions. His contributions won over even the most rabid naysayer and his fame spread. He was given an award by a local animal agency and the partners at the firm voted to make him an Honorary Partner.

Being human, at times it took great effort for Mr. Perkins to articulate what he wanted them to do. However, he was so good at it, they all eventually understood and benefited from the changes he initiated. As we all know, we cats are superior creatures of great intelligence. But by the end of the story, there is a hint that Mr Perkins may have been even more extraordinary than regular kitties.

It is a lovely and heartwarming story in which the magic of the purr can solve almost any problems and fill empty souls. Five purrs and two paws up.