Cat’s People was such a special and beautiful story. It’s focused on many different characters who are so different, whether it be age, gender, sexuality, ethnicity, etc. Despite those differences, they are all interconnected, especially with the help of my favorite character, Cat. Told in multiple POV’s, my favorite by far was Cat’s POV. A stray kitty cat who is so smart and loyal. He brings these unlikely cast of characters together in the most beautiful way. There were times in this book that were SO sad, but also so hopeful in the end. I absolutely adored it!

Cat’s People by Tanya Guerrero
Anticipated Publication Date: April 1, 2025
Four Stars- ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Thank you to NetGalley, Delacorte Press, and the author for providing an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.

Summary: This heartwarming novel centers on five strangers whose lives become intertwined over the course of one summer, all through their shared love for a stray cat named Cat. Núria, a barista who volunteers to care for neighborhood strays, begins finding mysterious Post-It notes from a secret admirer at the spot where Cat lives. As Núria puzzles over who might be leaving the notes, she finds herself connected to four other people: Collin, a reclusive bestselling author; Lily, a young woman searching for her half-sister; Omar, a neighborhood mailman going through a crisis; and Bong, a grieving widower who owns a bodega. When Cat falls ill, these five strangers come together to care for him, discovering the deep, unexpected connections that can emerge from simple acts of kindness.

I found this to be a lovely story about love, healing, and the unexpected bonds that form through shared experiences.The book cover got me and of course that it was about “cats”.

The perfect lil book for those of us who love cats, period.

🐈‍⬛ REVIEW: CAT’S PEOPLE 🐈‍⬛

By Tanya Guerrero

📖 SUMMARY: Told from multiple points of view, including that of our titular character (a cat), CAT’S PEOPLE is the story of a stray cat that brings together five strangers. Núria, a member of a stray cat caretaking group, starts finding notes at the spot where her favorite stray lives. Unbeknownst to her, there are a handful of other people who regularly take care of Cat: Collin, a homebody author; Lily, a young woman searching for her half-sister; Omar, the neighborhood mailman; and Bong, a grieving widower who owns the local bodega. When Cat gets sick, these strangers band together and find more than just fellow cat people.

💭 THOUGHTS: Me the whole time I was reading this: 🥰 Truly, this is a warm hug in book form.

Thank you to @ random house @ netgalley for the ARC. This comes out April 1!

✨ MADE ME FEEL: like adopting a stray black cat of my own… and I literally did

🥰 YOU’LL ENJOY IF: you’re a cat person and love found family stories such as THE HOUSE IN THE CERULEAN SEA or THE VERY SECRET SOCIETY OF IRREGULAR WITCHES

This was such a sweet story about a cat named Cat and the people who love him. The characters are wonderful and I really enjoyed their stories. If you love cats like I do, you will enjoy this story. I received an advanced readers copy and all opinions are my own.

This was a lovely book centered around a stray cat who became the focus of several people in a Brooklyn neighborhood. Each of these people was a little lonely and had their own life challenges. The chapters are told from each person's point of view- including the cat's! We never know the cat's exact name, because each person that knows the cat has come up with their own moniker for him. In turn (and this is hilarious), the cat has come up with names for all of his human friends who help to feed and care for him: Rainbow Lady, Sad Bodega Man, Awkward Neighbor Guy, and Cheery Mailman.

This was what I would call "lite reading", in that it was a charming, easy, and gentle read. It was a story that showed that everyone has their own problems, quirks, and yearnings, and the satisfaction/fulfillment of being kind and helpful to others.

Thank you to Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine / Delacorte Press who provided an advance reader copy via NetGalley.

Tanya Guerrero’s “Cat’s People” was an absolute TREAT! With several likable and unique characters’ lives all intertwining because of a stray black cat in Brooklyn …it was just perfect. This novel was fast paced, humorous, smart, and so heart warming. Highly recommend this book for every animal lover out there! I am looking forward to reading more from Guerrero in the future. Thanks for spreading light on animal rescue, TNR and most importantly, compassion for all creatures 💜

Thanks to Random House Publishing Group and NetGalley for allowing me to read a digital ARC copy in return for my honest review.

Thank you Net Galley and the publisher for an ARC of this book for an honest review.
This is a sweet and heartwarming book about a black stray cat that brings joy and people together. It’s told from all of the characters POV including the cat’s. I enjoyed this book.

Heartwarming with bittersweet moments, this story made me tear up—both happy and sad. Cat was remarkable, unknowingly connecting the characters in a touching way. Nuria was kind and relatable, Collin’s love notes were adorable, and Bong and Omar were equally endearing. The story beautifully highlights the power of kindness for both humans and animals. A must-read, especially for cat lovers—but even if you’re not, it’s brilliant.

Huge thank you to NetGalley and Delacorte Press for allowing me to read this early! Cat’s People was just the book I needed, a super heartwarming story about a cat and the many people in its life. This is such a short and sweet novel that has great characters and a beautiful ending! This is a perfect book to help get you out of a book slump!

A black cat comes alive in this heartwarming book as the main character.

This story has its share of charm with a blend of humor from a sleek stray and at the same time sadness from lonely people in a Brooklyn neighborhood.

Every cat person can relate to characteristics profiled in the book such as when a fury paw wakes them up at the crack of dawn just so they can eat and get the day started. Anyone that owns a cat will know all the swift moves a cat can make and there are many.

In this book a cat appears to be human with different meow sounds and gestures. The name of the cat is “Cat.” Let’s call it quirky as part of the charm is how Cat names people: Rainbow Lady, Sad Bodega Man, Cherry Mailman, and Awkward Neighbor Guy. Short chapters focus on a handful of neighbors that bring food, shelter and attention to the stray. In return there is a presence of affection as each person has issues.

It’s the type of book you look for when you want to be inspired with kindness from neighbors who reach out amongst each other. It’s a breeze as long as you like cats. If not, it may not as much fun. But it’s one you won’t forget.

My thanks to Delacorte Press and NetGalley for allowing me to read an advanced copy of this book with an expected release date of April 1, 2025.

This was a very good, feel good read, perfect for anyone who loves cats! I love how Cat connected all the characters, and didn't even realize himself how many people he'd touched and how they all came together in the end. I did find I wanted a little more depth from all the characters. Omar for example spent the entire book trying to decide what he wanted to do with his life, and then his revelation really felt like it came out of left field. But, I still loved him, and all the others. A great, light read that's sure to turn any bad mood around!

One stray cat. Many lives touched. Not sure how else to sum this up, but this is the gist. Yet there is so much more to it. As humans, we go about our lives and rarely see what is around us. This book takes the reader on a short journey that shows how we are all connected. How is this done? Through the eyes of a stray cat. 
The cat is feral yet allows one woman to feed him periodically. He also goes to a small store to get more food from a kind woman. He periodically sees the postman as he walks up and down the streets. Then there is the mysterious guy who finds the cat fascinating in his own way. These characters are connected though several have never met each other. They have their own challenges in life (death, family…) yet are drawn together by this one animal. Even their challenges are faced because of their connections with the cat. 
The best part of this story is unique connectivity through an animal most people would simply ignore. Some characters have to warm up to him, but they are still drawn to him as they face life. Even the small cat has his challenges, but they learn to lean on each other. 
Many chapters are simply told through the eyes of the stray cat. We get a little bit of info about his own past and how he views the world around him. Same world as those humans navigate but seen differently. 
The rest of the book is seen through the eyes of a barista, writer, postman, bodega owner, and a cashier. We learn of their troubles and how they view the world around them. Same world, different perspectives. Yet they are drawn to each other and become a "family" mostly through their care of the stray cat. The small animal brings them together to show how all those challenges can be faced easier with someone by your side. 
I'm afraid if I go on that I'll give too much away. A great read that makes you think. To me, that is one sign of a good read. Though the reader knows most of what the characters don't, it is the way the characters are drawn together that keeps the story interesting. 
I highly suggest you read this book.

I adore this book. An ode to community and connection- and the importance of lending a hand where you can. Perfect for fans of The Travelling Cat Chronicles and We'll Prescribe You a Cat. A heart-warming story and a reminder that, even if it’s in small ways, we are able to make our community a kinder place.

This is a unique story that I really enjoyed, especially as a cat lover. I loved seeing all the characters a’ lives slowly entwined with each other, building relationships and becoming friends. Perfect feel good book!!

Since becoming a cat mum last year, it's no surprise that cat books are near and dear to my heart. I simply love them. I am the target audience. Stray cats can, in fact, change lives, people!

A cute story of a stray black street cat named Cat bringing a community of people together.
Multiple characters whose lives intersect, humor, friendship, a cat who cared about his humans and what could be more fun than a cat narrator. Heartwarming story.

Thank you NetGalley and Random House Publishing Group for-Ballantine for the opportunity to read this book.

This is a precious little tale about a cat bringing together a community of people. I love the various points of view offered in this book. I love to think that the cat knew the whole time who wrote the admirer notes while the people tried to figure out the mystery. Thank you to NetGalley and Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine | Delacorte Press for a copy of this book for an honest review.

thank you to the publisher and netgalley for a free arc in exchange for an honest review!
this was cute! charming, emotional, and cozy but the writing was a little clunky so I couldn't fully get into it

Did I get teary and emotional reading from the perspective of a cat? Yes, yes I did. This book was SO charming, I loved all of the different characters and how their lives intertwined. But most of all, how Cat played a role in all of their individual and collective stories. Admittedly, I'm a huge cat person. I especially love black cats, and I really connected to the story having recently rescued a stray black cat. But I think anyone will enjoy this heartwarming book.

Thank you so much to NetGalley and the publisher for sharing this advance copy in exchange for my honest review!

This was a cute and sweet love story that was made possible because of a stray cat. Many different lives intersected, and the neighborhood stray cat was able to observe them all. Fast, lighthearted, and tender, this is a wonderful uplifting novel.
Thank you, NetGalley, for an advanced copy of this book.