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Embarrassed author Lucy you are right, I did indeed spell Gilly with a D instead of a G. In the book I am just finishing, White Chin, there is a black bengal who behaves quite badly who is called Dilly, based on I wonder who(?), and the habit has stuck with me - bad one  |
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hello marilyn! Dear Marilyn, Great to hear all is still well with your 4 lovely's! My 2 cat's (especially Maddie) are behaving in exactly the same way at the moment and only ever want to be in doors (I often find Mads fast asleep on my bed after sneaking in without anyone noticing!) but because we always lock them in at night time, I have to shove them outside otherwise they will fuss ALL evening! Doesn't it make you feel awfully guilty! :-) Best Wishes to both your cats and yourself (and family) Have a lovely christmas, Eve |
Marilyn Edwards
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But cats specialise in making you feel guilty about them! I so empathise with you,the agony of turfing them out otherwise at this time of year they will never go out when they should. As I write this loud claps of thunder are resounding across the hills towards the river and hail is thumping down on the glass roof of our dining room/conservatory and the cats are looking up at me with large frightened eyes. But it is pitch black outside so they are safe inside. But yes, yet again today I had to turn Gilly outside. It is so wet and windy right now  lovely to hear from you Eve and hope you all have a great Christmas too, but shhhhh, too soon yet! Marilyn |
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russian blue cats do you remember about a year ago you very kindly send me details regarding breeders when we were looking for a kitten. We did eventually acquire Max a lovely russian kitten. Sadly, shortly after his arrival, he was diagnosed with "luxating patellas'. I did not know this condition existed until I read about poor Titus. We have chosen not to have the operation as the recovery period is traumatic, he does have regular check ups with the vet to make sure he is not in pain. I enjoyed reading both your books very much and would love to continue reading about the antics of your lovely cats. Hope you write another book one day! Kathryn  |
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on the matter of luxating patellas Kathryn I was so delighted to hear that you have got yourself a new Russian owner and Max sounds gorgeous. So sorry that my tales of poor Titus put you off the concept of the recovery period, but yes, it is bad and long. Good luck with little Max and hope he manages. Titus now also pays the price with arthritis where the holding pins are, so there is that too to contend with, but hopefully Max may manage without the op. Do hope so. Keep me in touch. Cheers Marilyn |
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kats Hi marilyn I read your first book back in february have now got the rest of the series to read when i go away again!!! cant wait x |
Marilyn Edwards
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Reply to Kats Kats thanks so much for your comments and how lovely for me that you are going to read the rest of the Moon Cottage series when you go away. Do hope they continue to work for you. Let me know, won't you. all the best Marilyn  |
Linda Burr
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Barnaby I have read all your books and now reading The Coach House Cats which I am enjoying. I had to have my beautiful tabby cat Cuddles put to sleep two years ago and was not going to have another cat. Then I started reading your books at Christmas and now I have given a home to my beautiful tabby cat Barnaby who I love so much. He makes me laugh again and enriches my life. |
Marilyn Edwards
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reply to Linda Burr Gosh Linda what an amazing message to read, how wonderful. How lovely to hear that Barnaby is living with you and enriching your life and how good of you to tell me this. Thank you - Marilyn |
Book Reviews
White Chin: the cat that walked by his wild lone
You either love cats or loathe them, but millions of feline fans will indulge themselves in this tale of White Chin, abandoned by his callous owners in a wood.
Forced to fend for himself, he survives until a farmer’s daughter, who witnessed the abandonment, finally finds him and encourages him back to family life.
Edwards, author of the Moon Cottage Cats series, has a genuine feel for the countryside and for the interaction between humans and animals, lending this gentle tale of trust and loyalty a sensitive and uplifting emotional core.
Aimed at younger readers, it will find plenty of adults reading it under the duvet.
Sally Morris - Daily Mail, 17th September 2010
White Chin: the cat that walked by his wild lone
Closely observed and very moving, complemented perfectly by fine detailed illustrations.
Michael Foreman
A terrific animal adventure and an incredibly heart-warming story.
Lovereading4kids
This isn't just another animal story: it's a slice of life and the illustrations are an absolute triumph.
Jane Badger
A sensitively wrought and compelling story that takes you inside the mind of a feline. Edwards has captured a voice that young adults will love.
Karin Slaughter
The Cats of Moon Cottage
A vivid, honest and observant book about a life with cats, told with charm and wit.
Desmond Morris
Cat lovers will adore this book. I know I did. A tender story of love between the author and her cats.
Celia Haddon
More Cat Tales from Moon Cottage
A colourful chronicle that celebrates the many ways animals enrich our relationships and our lives. It's catnip for anyone who has ever loved a feline.
Karin Slaughter
The Cats on Hutton Roof
I admire this book even more than its predecessors. I don't think it's exaggerating to say that in some ways it stands comparison with Tarka the Otter. The tone of voice is different, and so is the pace, but the observation and the empathy are of similar quality.
And these, I believe, are the most important things in attempts to interpret the animal world to the rest of us.
Geoffrey Moorhouse
The Coach House Cats
A fascinating account of the intertwined lives of four cats. A touching book, intelligently observed.
Desmond Morris
Moon Cottage Cats Series
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