CUPID CATS

Author: Katie MacAlister, Vicki Lewis Thompson, Connie Brockway ISBN: 9780451230720 7/2010 ANTHOLOGY Publisher: SIGNET

Bring a Little Magic and Love into Your Life ADOPT A CAT When you adopt a cat from Cupid Cats Shelter, you're bringing a lot love into your home— and into your heart. Adult or kitten, purebred stray, these felines are actually the world's rarest breeds, possessing abilities far beyond those of your average house cat. All cats are mysterious and mischievous, but Cupid Cats are magic. And with a little twitch of whiskers and a flick of a tail, they'll bring to your life romance that will sweep you off your feet and send you soaring to cloud nine—and help you find a purrfect relationship with your true love....

RRAH's THOUGHTS AND PONDERINGS:

CUPID CATS is a sweet anthology whose connecting thread is a shelter named Cupid Cats. All three stories are fun, quick reads, making this book a good take-along volume.

Katie MacAlister's "Unleashed" brings a shapeshifting slant to feline-inspired romance. Werepanther jaguar cats? Unusual, but very interesting!

Connie Brockway's "Cat Scratch Fever" was my favorite story, mostly because the characters were so poignant and realistic. I felt for the lovers, hoping they might find the courage to move forward toward some kind of happily-ever-after. Chloe and Pixie are equally wonderful. Also, Ms. Brockway's writing style charmed me!

"A Cat's Game" by Vicki Lewis Thompson is sheer fun. The cat is a hoot, and the premise of a cat's pushing lovers into each other's arms had me chuckling more than once. And, I loved the name Darwin—it fit to a tee. Delightful!

All in all, CUPID CATS is a great summer read. It kept this reader entertained all afternoon, and smiling well after the last page was turned. Bravo!

Kay James