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To Be a Cat

Matt Haig (2012)

SubgenreMagical Realism
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingPG
Pages (Quick Read (<250))
Setting
CSM age10
Goodreads4.03

Content levels

ViolenceMild
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone

Synopsis

Twelve-year-old Barney Willow gets his wish to be a cat but soon discovers that not all felines are cute and cuddly--some are downright evil--and his life is in grave danger, but his missing father may be able to help.

Is To Be a Cat appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 10 and up.

A middle grade fantasy about a boy who transforms into a cat and discovers danger in the feline world while searching for his missing father. Contains mild peril and animal conflict but age-appropriate themes of family and self-discovery.

What to know going in

This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include death, animal harm, and abandonment.

Who'll love this

Kids who love animal stories and transformation tales will enjoy this adventure about discovering that wishes don't always turn out as expected.

Tags

Animal FantasyTransformation FantasyContemporary Fantasy