This was such an endearing story; all the more so for the fact that it actually happened. Fall in love with an energetic, lovable, amazing little cat named Homer. This is one of his stories about him, his human and his brother and sister. This was such a quick read; but, oh, so enjoyable. It's like your sitting with the author and she's telling you the story and you can just picture it all happening.

After reading My Life in a Cat House, I had to proceed immediately with another Gwen's story (thank you so much for offering it on NetGalley!). This is another sweet story perfect for holiday reading. A story about an extraordinary (and very real one) cat who refused to submit to numbers his bloodwork gave, is really worth reading. I faced a couple of sudden losses in my life, still, this story gave me support and encouragement to continue to defy statistics. Just believe, offer your love and heart in full, do whatever you can, and hope for the best.

Great short story. Makes you want to curl with your beloved cat. A true Christmas miracle. Homer makes up for his disability in both big and small ways. A heatwarming and endearing read.

Excerpt from Review: "...Okay, I’ll admit it, I was crying after reading this short story. Homer and the Holiday Miracle is bound to touch anyone who has lost a pet in their lives. The fact that Homer seemed to know just what Gwen needed at each and every point (high or low) in her life tells me that these two were fated to meet and spend their lives together. The story of Homer’s holiday miracle is something that many of us cat people have experienced. Cats have a resiliency that amazes most folks. And special cats like Homer tend to know when they are needed most..."

Homer has grown from a tiny little miracle into a miracle finder/maker of his own. This is a cute story that even those who aren't cat lovers will dive into. Cute fast read.

It's a cute little story. A bit too short for me, but made me want to read some more about the author's life with cats. Especially as special ones as Homer. This book shows a miracle and power of love, which is truly adorable. A good read for an afternoon around Christmas.

I love cat stories, but the true ones just are so much more touching. This short story, of the last days of a blind cat named Homer, might seem like one that will be a tear-jerker. But, I found it inspirational and uplifting. And, once again it shows how we simply can't begin to predict what cats will do! I think you'll enjoy this lovely holiday story.

This book is the perfect feel good holiday read. You know how the story is going to end up, but enjoy the ride! I enjoy these heartfelt books during the holidays and this one was extremely well written.

I absolutely love Homer and this story was no exception! He is such a unique little cat and Gwen’s descriptive storytelling makes the reader visualize his antics. Even if you aren’t a cat lover, this little guy’s story will tear at your heartstrings. Everyone should be so blessed as to have a pet such as Homer in their lives.

I have not read any of the other books but you don't have to. You can enjoy this great Holiday story without reading the original books. I know what it's like to lose a cat so close to my heart and this book is so touching and sad. Though Homer does pull off a miracle just knowing that it could be the end was gut-retching. Though by the end your spirits will be lifted and you will believe in miracles.


*I received a free copy of this book via NetGalley and am voluntarily leaving a review.*

Gwen Cooper has written books about her five cats ... Scarlet, Vashti, Homer, Clayton and Fanny. This one is focused on Homer.

She already had Scarlet and Vashti when she heard about Homer, a blind kitten. No one wanted so adopted him. Despite being blind, Homer had a fun and active life. Just before Christmas, they discovered that Homer was having liver issues and wasn't expected to live past a few weeks. Gwen and Laurence, her husband, prepared for the worst. But Homer surprised everyone and lived another nine months.

I like reading stories about animals and that's why this one caught my eye. I liked the writing style and could relate to this story. Two years ago, we discovered that our 13-year-old tabby, Morgan, had stomach cancer. The vet said he had a couple weeks left but he lived another five months. Like Gwen, we considered every extra day with him as an unexpected gift and tried to make them the best for him.

I look forward to reading more books by this author.

I requested this book from Netgalley even though I fully expected it to be sad. Most cats don't even live to be fifteen years old, so a blind cat who had a rough start to life should be nearing the end by age 15. What I was hoping for was a story of love and loyalty and maybe holiday happiness. I was not disappointed.
I got a bonus with this book, as I also have a glossy black tripod cat sharing my home, who could act out portions of the book as I read.
My only complaint is that this delightful tale, told in a fabulous written voice, was over far too soon.
That seems to be how it goes with cats. Our time together is always too short.

I wasn't able to read this book, i downloaded onto my phone but could't open the pdf. Then tried to download and open on my computer and couldn't get it to open. Happy reading to all that can download and open.

I can t give feedback because this doesn't t come in Kindle format just PDF .....Sorry. I would have loved to read this but can t...I ll get it when it finally comes to my library.

My Review: Being an animal lover, I had to jump at the opportunity to read Homer and the Holiday Miracle. I admit that I haven't read Homer's Odyssey yet even though it has been sitting on my shelf for some time now, but I couldn't resist a holiday story. This one ended up being extremely difficult story for me to read, the story starts out with Homer getting sick and having his liver enzymes off the chart. My own black cat, Valerie, went through this exact situation a few years ago, so it was hard to relive the pain of not knowing whether the beloved pet would survive or not during the holiday season. Even with that sad and heartbreaking undertone, the story still had that warm, fuzzy feeling that I love during the holiday season. We get to see the remarkable connection between pets and their owners and the empathy pets manage to display. This book also manages to include both Christmas and Hanukkah traditions, stories and beliefs, making it a fantastic read during the holiday season.

The perfect Christmas story for cat lovers. It's moving and tender and makes you want to cuddle with your cat while you're reading it.
I love it and recommend it to any cat lover or people who want to read about a Christmas miracle.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC

For fans of Homer's Odyssey (not to be confused with The Odyssey) the decision to read this book is a no-brainer. For those who don't already know of the little, blind, black cat who saved the world (maybe a slight exaggeration) this is a pretty good (albeit brief) introduction. It's a short, sweet story and may make you cry (or so I've heard).

After reading Cooper's My Life in A Cat House, I fully expected this short book to be both touching and funny... and it did not disappoint. Homer was an amazing cat who beat the odds over and over. You can't help but fall in love with Homer. Being owned by a purrfectly impurrfect cat myself, i know that even those with challenges deserve a chance at a wonderful life. This story is a great reminder to live life to the fullest and enjoy every moment, regardless of our particular obstacles.

Thank you to Gwen Cooper, BenBella Books and NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review this heartwarming book. All comments are my own, unbiased opinion.

Must.Love.Cats.

Homer, the poster child for special-needs animals, provides one last Christmas miracle for his people. A loving, touching tribute to a well-loved family member, this is a perfect short story for the holiday season.

Five Paws!

This is my first Homer book but I am going to read more. This is a cute Christmas story! It is a short story but well worth the read!