Reviews of Its a Cats Life
 



'I've always wondered what my cats were thinking, though sometimes its best not to know (particularly if they have to go out in the rain). This is a cute autobiographical piece from Jasper I mean Judy. Its hard to put words in the mouth of an animal, but when its a much loved pet, especially one you talk to all the time, then it becomes hard not to! I can totally relate to this piece, and would like to see this expanded into a series - perhaps a childrens short anthology - where Jasper is the hero. He'd like that I'm sure!' Since I found myself visualising this little character, perhaps this would be a good time to suggest we include illustrations and or photos with either fiction or non-fiction pieces. I welcome any comments.

Sez


'Through this story Judy demonstrates how every creature, man and beast, have the same instincts and urges, though man has seemingly learned to control those that he posses. There is enough room on this planet to keep a cat satisfied and and free yet to a human the world is a cramped place where we feel trapped. Here Judy shows the irony of the situation by comparing man to the cat. Man being the "superior" of the two species, acts more as the cat in a cage, pacing back and forth, ever worrying. She wanted to show that it is an every day occurrence for man to feel anxious about the things that should please him most. That feelings of fear and anxiety are as natural to humans as they are to the cat. Judy sums up the similarity between man and cat. Both are insecure and in need of love. One is sedentary and aloof, one is peripatetic and wandering, yet both are one in the same'.

Ed Rackstraw


'I felt that this story was very cleverly written, giving Jasper apparently human thoughts, and yet clearly showing his actions as being that of a typical feline. You have also justified the cat lover's phrase; "He understands every word i say!" a well put together and amusing story, which i thoroughly enjoyed. keep up the good work!'

Philip Ridgers