OMG OMG OMG

okay I had no clue what I signed up for going in and was this what I expected?? no

am I disappointed in the slightest? also no absolutely not

it’s basically cat memes but this is both hilarious and heartfelt & it’s put together in a way where I’m basically getting whiplash from wanting to laugh to wanting to cry

absjdjdj AND THE ART IS SO GOOD THEY SO FLUFFY I WANNA PET

I adored this and devoured the illustrations with the whimsy of a child. It was everything I wanted it to be and more. I love cats with a passion so when I saw this book available at Netgalley for ARC grabs I knew I had to try and get it.

This book is a well balanced platter of emotions. One second it will have you laughing over a joke on purrs, another second you will be shaking your head at a panel that replicates typical cat behaviour (aka involving lots and lots of biting). But then sprinkled throughout the book are pages with profound wisdom and simple comforting truths that will tear you up from inside and touch that tiny space in your heart that craves the love and warmth on a hard day. Sometimes it's just a reminder that life is hard and it's okay to not be okay, other times it's a pat on the back affirming that you are enough as you are and you don't need to prove that to anyone.

I loved the variety this book had, it sprang from one topic to another like a boomerang and engaging all my emotions like I imagine a real cat would. Luís Coelho has managed to create a bundle of joy and warm hugs that anyone will feel proud to own a copy of. It reminds me of one of my favourite books, The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse by Charlie Mackesy, where no matter which page you open you are greeted with something simple and yet profound enough to touch your heart.

I thank Netgalley and the Publisher for providing me with a copy of the book.

Thank you NetGalley for providing me with an arc of this book!

I found The book of purrs incredibly cute and emotional.. It's a perfect book for cat lovers, specially if you can relate with the anxiety mantras and hopeful futures. I just wish we had seen more of them and maybe different topics around the kitties. But that's just Coelho's style as well.

“I am the kitty
I am so sweet
Come close to me
I bite your feet”

I enjoyed this book of feline ‘thoughts’, especially the parts where it involves ‘biting’ because that’s exactly how my own cat is. Most of the comic strips are adorable and funnily cat-like, but there are some pages where I feel that they’re just human-thoughts forced into a cat form. Nonetheless, this was a fun read still!

Many thanks to Netgalley for the review copy 🐱✨

I know there's an audience out there that would absolutely adore this for its cute illlustrations and this cutesy kind of humor, but that audience is not me. I feel like this is something that would make a cute gift for your mother.

I really enjoyed this book, I love Paul Coelho’s style of art. The cats in this book were really cute and I think this book would make a good gift for a cat lover. I also liked the positivity throughout this book and feel it would be good to look back on to feel better if having a bad day. It is a short book and doesn’t take long to read but it suits the style of book well and there’s enough pictures and designs that it’s ok that it’s shorter.

Ich fand das Buch toll, ich liebe Katzen. Es sind wirklich schöne Illustrationen und kurze nette Worte. Wirklich süß und kurzweilig. Ein Buch zum immer wieder anschauen und lesen.

Thank you Andrews McMeel Publishing for letting me read this purrfect book!

And what a purrfect read that was...

"The Book of Purrs" caught my eye immediately when I was searching for a good, warm read. First thought was: "Oh! I know these cats!", since I followed the author ages ago. For supporters like me this is a must read. But I dare to say that "The Book of Purrs" is a book for everyone. It is so, so cute and warm, just like the fluffiest cat with big eyes. It is also very witty and clever; I am pretty sure that I done some internal healing somewhere in-between the pages.

Honestly, I recommend this book for everyone. It is an easy but oh so comforting read. And do not let me start on the aesthetics! Okay, maybe let me start on that topic. Luis Coelho's style is very unique; really, these cats? The fluffiest I have ever seen. They might look repetitive but believe me - you will not be bored. Ha, I am sure you will want more and more!

Give someone (or yourself! Because you are important too!) the most purrfect gift and read this amazing book. And may the purr be with you! ♥

I post my reviews also on Goodreads and Instagram!

If you’re a cat person you’ll probably love this book. I gave the book three stars for it was cute and had some nice quotes but that’s about it. I didn’t really have much fun reading this book since there wasn’t a lot to read.

This book is absolutely adorable! The illustrations are just the cutest thing; and the book itself is a mix of inspiration and lighthearted moments. Just chock full of love bites, bleps, and fuzzy kittens- what more could you want??

I was given a copy of this story to read; but thoughts and opinions are all my own. Thank you to Netgalley and for the chance to read this book!

Publishing date: 22.10.2024
Thank you to Netgalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for the ARC. My opinions are my own.

The book as a meal: Not a meal, just a cup of sweet tea
The book left me: Looking for my cats to give them pets

Negatives:
Felt a little self-helpy

Positives:
Would fit perfectly as a gift for a cat lover
Lots of cute art

Features:
Positive affirmations told by illustrated cats, O_O, OwO

Why did I choose this one?
I follow @purr.in.ink on instagram and felt a strong pull to grab this and see what it was all about (and maybe even some new panels I haven't seen before). There were new panels I haven't seen before, and this should be viewed as a "premium extension" or "expansion" of what you can find on their Instagram.

Pick-up-able? Put-down-able?
Devourable. I blasted through every panel of these positive kitties in an hour, maybe less.

What was the vibe and mood?
Positive vibes all around. These cats want you to feel good and happy. It was also funny like the panels on Instagram. Cat humor all around.

Final ranking and star rating?
4 stars, A tier. I enjoyed what this book set out to do. It gave me lots of positivity with its art and affirmations. It was sweet and funny as I expected. Would recommend it to a cat lover or a fan of @purr.in.ink's instagram page. Perfect to keep by your bed or on a coffee table.

Favorite panels:
Panel 16 - I think ...
Panel 31 - Thinking about how much I love you ...
Panel 34 - I feel everything very deeply ...

Netgalley Review

Star Rating: ★★★★☆

Not sure if this qualifies as a book since it has a higher picture to word ratio than a Graphic Novel, WebToon, Manga, etc.

Regardless, I'm glad I read it. I thought some of them were hilarious and some of them were just alright. Altogether though, it was fantastic!

Like always though, read it and decide for yourself

A fun collection of the authors comics — light, engaging and amusing examination of life in various ways. Recommended — especially if you follow the comics already, and/or like cats. If you have a cat, there’ll be extra humour to be found here as well.

The puns! The art! Everything about this book is precious. I can only recommend reading it. Especially if you're a cat person.

"By the power of the purr and the beauty of the fur good things will occur"

"You are beautiful and bitable

"If hope is low and mind is slow go pet a kitty to feel less shitty""

"May the purr be with you"

Well isn't this just the cutest little thing! Love all these little cat affirmations. Little kitty is right, I gotta love myself ♥
Super cute artwork and very funny. Such a wonderful reminder to be gentle with yourself and to take a moment to breathe every once in a while.

The Book Of Purrs is a delightful book that highlights the benefits of our furry friends. The book has a hint of self help, in the sense that it includes positive affirmations. It is heartfelt, and even contains some moments that will make you laugh out loud.

The illustrations are very well done! I loved the watercolor-esque style. The book even made me decide to check out the author's Instagram.

This was such a cute book about cats. I am a big cat fan and have two of my own and a lot of those drawings reminded me of them.
The drawings are all pretty similar but that what makes the book so adorable.

Highly recommend this to all cat lovers!

This was a cute book, filled with kitties, a desire to bite, and positive vibes to help you get through your day. I am the kitty, I step on titty was by far my favorite panel in this collection. My daughter's cat does this all the time!

This was a PURE delight. From the wise, heartwarming words to the absolutely adorable illustrations, there is nothing to NOT love about this book. I want one adorning my bookshelf!

This was a cute little book of affirmations and happiness featuring cats. I have been following this artist on instagram for a while so I was excited to get a copy of this book. I really enjoyed all the positive affirmations and it was a very uplifting book, especially on a crappy day.