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Brina the Cat #1

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Perhaps I shouldn't admit it, but I really enjoyed this book. Without a child in sight.

The plot was a pretty typical story but the illustrations really captured me and threw this book into a higher realm. The beautiful, colorful, and vibrant drawings would have stood up to tell the story all on their own.
I think ANY child, boy or girl, would enjoy this book right from the moment they can be in your arms to hear it and then later to read it on their own. I suppose I should put a cap on the age it will appeal to, like ten years old, but since I also enjoyed it, I can give hope to the parents and grandparents who will be asked to read it over and over and over ...

It was a fun read and I thank Netgalley for the free copy to read in exchange for my honest review. I can recommend it heartily and appreciate you taking the time to read another one of my reviews.

Sincerely, Laura-Lee

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I would like to thank Netgalley for allowing me to read an e-copy of this graphic novel in exchange for an honest review!

This is a sweet middle grade book featuring a feline named Brina who belongs to a loving couple. Her happy existence is challenged when she meets some wild cats who belong to The Gang of the Wild Son. These cats convince Brina to run away from her human's so she can experience freedom. While living in the wild Brina enjoys her freedom, at first. But, then she begins to understand for herself that living with the other cats isn't more free, and certainly not more loving that her human home.

This is an excellent example of how graphic novels about one subject can effortlessly open conversations with children about more complicated themes. Middle grade students will enjoy the sweet drawings but the more empathetic may be upset at the distress Brina's disappearance causes her human owners. All students and adults can benefit from having a conversation about looking at a person's motivation for their actions and not just their words.

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I read this book to my daughter and we absolutely loved it. The artwork was so well done as well as the story, showing how Brina a city cat expands her world, by leaving her owners after a summer holiday in the mountains. She meets feral cats that have a "gang". After some time she sees that this life is not what she wants and starts to miss her owners. She makes the decision of the security and safety of her owners.

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Brina the Cat is a book I could see a lot of midgrade readers adoring. This story was quick-paced and the graphics were well done. Honestly, it's worth a read just to look at the illustrations.

The story itself was told well. This book focused on the bond between cats and humans which was a fun aspect to explore. I enjoyed seeing the love between Brina and her owners. Though I enjoyed this book, for the most part, I did feel that it became rushed. I would have loved to have explored a little more of the story. Ultimately, I enjoyed the book and I'm sure any cat-loving midgrade reader will love it.

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'Brina the Cat #1: The Gang of the Feline Sun' by Giorgio Salati with art by Christian Cornia is a graphic novel about a city cat who discovers life in the wild.

When Brina moved to the mountains with her owners, there were lots of new things to see and smell. Brina gets away and finds some of the neighborhood cats, but she is found and locked inside her house. Her curiosity leads her to escape again and hang out with the other cats, but what will she find in the outside world? Is it better to be an indoor cat or an outdoor one?

It's a cute story and I think younger readers will like the characters. The art is bright and fun. I liked the different personalities the artist conveys in the cats.

I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Europe Comics, Papercutz, and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.

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I really enjoyed this graphic novel. Brina is a cat whose owners go on vacation to the mountains. While very wary about letting her wander free, they decide to try it. Brina is chased into a sewer pipe by a dog where she meets the leader of the Gang of the Feline Sun. Brina is convinced to become a "free" cat and join the gang. Brina is very excited for the challenge at first, but after a while she realizes that her owners were actually her family. Will Brina make it back to her family before they leave to go home? Read this delightfully illustrated graphic novel to find out what happens.

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I lost track of time over the holiday season and didn't get a chance to review Brina the Cat before it was archived but the illustrations and story are both adorable and I will be looking for the physical book to reread and get the full comic/graphic novel experience. 😻

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Normally comic books are not my style (reading style that is) but this last year I started to get into them because my daughter loves them. We really enjoyed this sweet story about Brina the Cat. Overall, we enjoyed the lessons she learned about friendship. Great illustrations! A sweet end to the story! Would read more in the series.

My 9 year old daughter typed:

"I really enjoyed it because of the adventure. I really liked the intro when the dogs landing in the theater. The part when brina tipped the cans of paint onto the dog was very funny. My favorite character was brina because she so adventurous."

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Short and sweet comic. Beautiful art and characters, if you love cats this is the book for you. Can't wait to read more!

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This graphic novel is a quick read and, while intended for children, is great for cat lovers of all ages. Sam and Margaret, a young couple, go on vacation in a country village with their cat Brina. Brina meets some stray cats who convince her that true freedom for cats means living without humans. The group, called the Gang of the Feline Sun, initiates Brina with tests that she eagerly accepts as she has thirsted for adventure, But after seeing group leader Vespucci's dictatorial and uncaring ways, Brina realizes that her freedom comes from the love and protection her human owners offer.

The cats are adorable, with expressive faces and bodies, and the humans are thoughtfully drawn as well. Sam and Margaret's desperate search for Brina will resonate with anyone who has lost a pet, and their reunion with Brina brings tears of joy. While the story is great for the action and cuteness, it also presents though-provoking questions about the meaning of freedom.

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Brina the Cat #1 is a fun graphic novel written by Giorgio Salati and illustrated by Christian Cornia featuring Brina the Cat's adventures in the countryside on holiday with her humans. Originally released in 2017 in Italy, this English translation, due out 14th Jan 2020 from Papercutz has 88 pages and will be available in hardcover and paperback formats.

This is a short and very sweet story about indoor cats and outdoor cats. Brina meets a gang of cats on vacation including a feral cat with a missing eye and bad attitude. Vespucci wants Brina to give up her pampered home life and run away from her humans and live wild. Her conflict and her interactions with the other cats of the gang of the feline sun makes for a fun adventure.

I'm looking forward to more from this series. Four stars.

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As soon as I saw that there was a graphic novel about cats I had to request it. I really enjoyed Brina the main cat in the graphic novel and the adventure she goes on. I really liked the ending of this graphic novel.

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**Disclaimer: I received a complimentary copy of this book from NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.**

This was a very sweet and cute graphic novel. It was gorgeously illustrated, with beautifully drawn mountains and each cat had their own individuality that could be seen in their words and pictures.

It is a story of being misunderstood, of not being sure why things have to be a certain way, there is rebellion and ultimately understanding.
Brina is stuck inside during a vacation and longs to be outside, when she gets her wish, she ventures further away from the safety of her human family. During her adventure she meets many different animals with different opinions on what a 'cage' is. In the end Brina makes her own decisions about what is best for her.

A beautiful graphic novel that I would recommend to any age of reader!

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This graphic novel was wonderful! I loved it so much. The art work was colorful and beautiful, the story sad and heartwarming. You can't beat a beautiful HEA!

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*received for free from netgalley in order for honest review* Really cute little comic, love the art and characters, its a comic so story is short but imo good for kids learning to read.

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What a cute story! Thank you to netgalley & publisher for approving my ARC request. I’m a huge cat lady and having three cats myself, this story captured my heart. Brina is a sweet, adventurous and courages feline and i can only wish if my cats got out, they would be as brave as her! Such a heartfelt story and i know all us cat lovers will appreciate this one! I can’t wait to pick up a physical copy in 2020! I also LOVE the art work!

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This story is for elementary or middle schoolers. Some of the text seemed like it would better fit in a picture book or easy reader. The illustrations were very good and helped tell the story. There was some intriguing emotion and the ending was very neat.

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Brina the cat runs away while in the mountains with her humans after being taunted by a stray cat. Brina meets a ragtag group of cats and hangs out with them while her humans panic and try to find her.

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What a fun graphic novel for young readers who enjoy cats! Brina the cat at first loves being a house cat but soon discovers the other cats consider it "barbaric" to be bossed around by humans. When Brina makes her decision to try being wild for awhile, she soon learns it's tough being a wild cat. Fun illustrations make this a interesting book for many ages.

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Brina the cat longs for adventure and gets it when she joins a gang of feral cats while on vacation. Brina is pressured by the other cats to totally abandon her family. The dynamics of the cat gang show the reader subtle lessons about bullying, peer pressure and choosing your own path. The beautiful artwork conveys the emotions of both the human and feline characters very well. The tightly written story and satisfying ending make Brina a good choice for middle grade readers.

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