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Bubbles' Tale - One Cat's Story of a Forever Home

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What a sweet, fun story. It is the tale of Bubbles, a cat who is abandoned and then finds his forever home, with all of his adventures in between. If you are owned by a pet, especially a cat, you will love this book. It is sweet and touches the heart. I highly recommend it for a fast and heartwarming read.

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This is a very sweet book that will appeal to all animal lovers. Bubbles is a cat and the book is told entirely from his perspective. From birth, to abandonment, to a new home the reader follows along from his unique perspective in life. I found myself laughing and crying in parts. I did not understand the abrupt ending but surmise that it may be how the author wanted to end the life of this remarkable cat in a gentle way to the reader. All cat lovers should read this book. It gives the reader a unique perspective of our cats lives! its a touching , heartfelt book and very endearing to all of us that love cats.
Thank you for the ARC which did not influence my review.

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Bubbles Tale - One Cat's Story Of A Forever Home by Colleen Sheehan is a most delightful story of a cat's life told from the point of view of the cat. As a crazy cat lady and owner to five adorable cats, I 'recognised' the daily antics punctuated by the 'need' to "take a nap."
Seeing life through the eyes of Bubbles... I laughed out loud at her objection to being called Grumble Bum; I empathised with her playing; her need to lie in warm spots; her game to have as many windows open in winter as possible and her bond with her helper. I also shed a tear in the final chapter.
Bubbles Tale is a 'must have' for any cat owner. You will surely recognise your cat's traits within the tale.
The whole book has wonderful photos of Bubbles too - a very beautiful cat.
A totally delightful and entertaining read.
I received this book for free. A favourable review was not required and all views expressed are my own.

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Bubble is a tale that tells about a cat's life from babyhood to adulthood plus. While I read it, I could see Bubbles having her activities and adventures. I loved that Bubbles had a forever home. There are photographs throughout the story. If you are a cat owner, you will find it easy to relate to this story. If you are thinking of getting a cat, you will find some good information on how to be a good cat owner. I do think any animal lover would enjoy this story. It is well written by the author.

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I loved Bubbles’ Tale.
This is a story about Bubbles the cat who lives with her human helper. It’s a diary of her life. As a human who is owned by three cats it made me chuckle as I related to several of her escapades.

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A very short, cute story.

I enjoyed this book because it was about a cat - duh!

What else is there to say?
Hmm.
Sheehan did a good job writing from Bubbles' perspective. Not an easy task, but she did it well.
The story tended to drag a little bit in certain parts, but that was a relatively minor issue.

My only gripe was the ending. (view spoiler)
I'm very happy Bubbles had such a wonderful life once Sheehan took her in.

A great, short read for anyone who adores cats.

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I was reading this book with my cat in mind and was at moved, often charmed and was able to identify in the "Helper" role.
I loved this tender story told by a cat. A book for cat lovers.
Many thanks to Australian eBook Publisher and Netgalley

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A sweet story that any cat lover/owner (helper) will enjoy and identify with

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A nice easy read book in between my usual psychological thrillers. Being a cat owner I could easily relate to the stories

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Perfect for anyone not having a cat in their lives.

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Princess Fuzzypants here:
Be prepared. Be prepared to laugh and to smile and maybe wipe a tear or two away. If you enjoy my daily blog, you will adore this book. Bubbles writes a lot like me. She is a sweet girl who, after being left behind when her first humans moved, she found her furever home with her own helper. That is staff or minions to the uninitiated.
Her life is full of love and toys and noms and all sorts of good things as she trains her helper. She is a very good trainer too. If I didn't have good staff, I would want someone like her helper. Bubbles tells her story with humour and kindness and charm. She is, as she discovers when she looks in a mirror, a strikingly beautiful girl. Her beauty is more than skin deep which is why the reader enjoys sharing her life's journey.
Sadly, as with all things, is not an endless life and therein you might experience a little eye leakage. This is a lovely and loving story for all kitty fans of any age.
I give this five purrs and two paws up.

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Bubbles' Tale is the story of a stray kitten who is rescued, and it is told in her voice. The story is for children, but anyone who has a cat will enjoy this quick and endearing story. Bubbles sure likes her naps! 😉

Thank you to Colleen Sheehan and Netgalley for the opportunity to read Bubbles' Tale.

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Told entirely from precious Bubbles' point of view, readers tag along as Bubbles goes from a newborn kitten in the care and comfort of her cat mom and siblings to a brief time of abandonment and finally as she finds her forever home with her "helper" (as she refers to her human). She chronicles the busyness of her daily life with a nice nap required following each activity. The final page tore my heart out but that's to be expected at the end of any animal story. Any cat lover will enjoy following along on this darling feline's adventures accompanied by lots of pictures of the real Bubbles!

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Sweet, hilarious and charming history. This is the kind of book to read during the holiday session. Also, this book is an excellent idea as gift for this time of the year. Wonderful!

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it is a cute story told from the cat's perspective. From birth to death and in-between. The antics of a typical feline obviously loved by her human. Sweetly written and an easy read with cute pictures as well.
I received this from NetGalley and did enjoy it. Thanks

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Anyone who is owned by a cat or cats will love this delightful story. I am owned by 9 cats and enjoyed this very much. This is told entirely from the cat Bubble's point of view. It starts with Bubble's being a very tiny kitten with her mother and siblings.Her mother taught her all she needs to know. After being homeless for a little while she finds her forever home and teaches her "helper" as she refers to her owner. Bubbles is a brave warrior as she chases the animals outside when the lawn is mowed. She gives her owner the privilege of brushing her and then giving her treats. Playing in boxes and bags is the perfect way to pass the day. All this playing then ends with a restorative nap. Such a delightful story I really enjoyed it!
Pub Date 03 Oct 2017
Thank you to NetGalley and Australian eBook Publisher for a review copy in exchange for my honest review.

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This is a book about a cute cat who takes lots of naps!! I don’t usually read this type of animal book but I thought I would give it a go but I think the book would be better aimed at children.

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This was an odd book choice for me - and this blog - but it was short, and about cats! I read it while spending the better part of a week caring for the neighbour’s gravely ill cat (the neighbour was interstate), and it seemed like a good choice to read while I was napping on the couch and not having a chance to concentrate on a longer book.
A memoir, but from the author’s(?) cat’s point of view, this is definitely one for younger readers - or to be read with younger readers. It’s a fast read, humanises the cat, and… Well, it is what it is.
I’d say it is the sort of book families who are considering getting a cat might choose.
Clearly written with love, this simply-written personal little story is also one for cat lovers who can identify with the different stages of life.

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As a chronic cat lover, and a slave to 4 felines. I felt I just had to read this book This book tells the story of a kitty called Bubbles/Bubba and her helper from the cat's view.
I felt the book was aimed at a younger reader, maybe mid junior school level, as I found the writing style easy to follow, and I really loved the photos of Bubba.
As a seasoned cat owner and lover I could relate to some of the behaviour and antics Bubba displayed and laughed at the cats rationale/perspective for her behaviour towards her helper and situations, at certain points.
The only minor criticism of this short book, is the amount of time Bubba naps, I know cats can sleep up to 16 hours a day - but was it really necessary for Bubba to nap or think about napping quite so often throughout the book.
The ending of the book left me in floods of tears, maybe because I have recently experienced the same situation with one of my kitty's, and it brought back memories of this.
On the whole an enjoyable easy, short read

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