Praise for The Astonishing Thing

“The Astonishing Thing is a unique and poignant tale of a family’s struggle as witnessed by someone who sees everything. A heartfelt homage to the four-legged companions who accompany us through life’s toughest times, this is a triumphant debut for Sandi Ward.”

—Helen Brown, New York Times bestselling author of Cleo

 

“This sweet and insightful book, told from the perspective of the bright and loving cat Boo, follows the story of Boo’s family. This touching tale provides a beautiful and touching look into the intricacies of marriage and family life, all seen through the loving and unique perspective of the family pet.”

—Modern Cat

 

“The Astonishing Thing is so much more than a debut. Sandi Ward’s writing will enrapture you, pull you in by the heart, and insist you become part of her story.”

—Karen Sargent, author of Waiting for Butterflies

 

“This is a truly special book, one that captured my heart from the very first line. In Boo the cat, Sandi Ward has worked magic to create an utterly believable narrator with the consciousness and emotions of both a feline and a human member of a close-knit but troubled family, and with the wisdom of—well, the wisdom of a creature who loves deeply and unconditionally those with whom she shares a home. And we trust this wise and yet vulnerable narrative voice as if it were indeed possible. The Astonishing Thing feels like a bit of a miracle and we all could use a miracle.”

—Holly Chamberlin, author of Home for the Summer

 

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