The Cat Who Chased Ghosts
In "The Cat Who Chased Ghosts," a scruffy orange tabby named Whiskers holds a centuries-old secret: he descends from an ancient lineage of mythical felines known as Guardian Cats, sworn to protect humans from ghosts and evil spirits.
When Catherine and Robert Thompson inherit a creaky old house from Robert's great-aunt, they unwittingly become Whiskers' new keepers along with Timmy, a spirited boy with a thirst for adventure. To Timmy's dismay, his parents view the aging cat as unsuitable for their family.
Determined to prove Whiskers' worth, Timmy accidentally discovers the cat's real powers and stumbles upon chilling presences lurking in the old house.
When a loved one is threatened, he must enlist the help of Whiskers and face a treacherous journey, risking everything to save more than one life.
Plot/Idea: 8 out of 10
Originality: 8 out of 10
Prose: 9 out of 10
Character/Execution: 9 out of 10
Overall: 8.50 out of 10
Assessment:
Plot/Idea: In this cozy supernatural story, a young boy teams up with a tabby cat who is much more than meets the eye. Quirky and heartfelt by turns, The Cat Who Chased Ghosts proves that man's best friend can be feline, and that heroes come in all shapes and sizes.
Prose: Minnella uses a playfully informative tone–punctuated by wry, tongue-in-cheek humor–throughout the novel. Middle grade readers will feel immediately at home in this lightly spooky story.
Originality: Minnella integrates familiar elements, but with some very fun twists, an atmospheric setting, and sparkling worldbuilding.
Character/Execution: While Whiskers undoubtedly steals the show, Timmy is an appealing hero who sets out to learn the secrets of 'Haunted Hall' and the legacy of the Guardian Cats alongside equally engaging and inquisitive sidekicks.
Date Submitted: August 24, 2024
