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New Book Hi Marilyn, So excitied that the new book is out (have just ordered my copy!). Glad to hear your good news too. All the VERY BEST with everything. Love Kathy xx |
Caroline Owen
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Pushkin Dear Marilyn, I have only just found this website and seen your news about Pushkin. I was so sad when I saw your initial news but am so pleased for you that he is doing well and still has a good quality of life. We lost our Bonnie many years ago to this although he was 14 and it wasn't diagnosed until very late on. Back then the treatments available were not that great. I send you all my very best wishes. Caroline |
Marilyn Edwards
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replies to all your comments on 28th July Thank you so much for your sweet comments about Pushkin, and yes, it is a bit of a relief that for the moment he is doing alright. The ace inhibitors are a big factor in his holding his own, it needs to be acknowledged, but the new diet is helping too I think. And thank you too for the good wishes on the new book. It has just arrived and looks wonderful. Take care everyone and thank you for you kind thoughts on little Pushkin. Marilyn |
Annie
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... Oh Marilyn what wonderful news that Pushkin is doing well! What a gorgeous little boy he is, and i'm keeping all fingers crossed that news continue to be good. Love, Annie xx |
Marilyn Edwards
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reply to Annie about Pushkin Oh Annie, how lovely of you to write about Pushkin. He is the most gentle cat in the world and one of the problems with renal failure is it makes them even more timid, but I watched him for hours today down the field and I am convinced he is still getting great pleasure from life. I think I will know when the dread moment comes to call the vet in. But I will keep you updated love Marilyn |
Vikki
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... So glad you are making the most of your beloved Pushkin. He really does remind me of our Misty. Going to be taking 'White Chin' camping with us this week for a good read! Thanks for sending so quickly and a lovely dedication too. Vikki xx |
Marilyn Edwards
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reply to Vikki V thanks so much for good wishes for dear Pushkin. And wayhay, enjoy White Chin while you are camping and do hope the sun shines upon you - it won't in Cumbria, soggy, soggy, soggy. Marilyn x |
Vikki
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... Its the Peak District for us this week and its not looking great! Oh well, never mind, we will enjoy some time away anyway. xx |
Eve Mourant
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... After being without a computer for some time, I decided to come and see how your lovely cats were doing. I was so sad to see the worrying news about Pushkin but it is great to see that things are looking a bit more positive now. I wish him lots of luck. Applaws is a favourite with our Cat's too, it is all Zachary will eat! An order of "White Chin" will be in from me soon  ! Best wishes (to you all) Eve |
Marilyn Edwards
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Reply to Eve Eve it is brilliant to hear from you again, thank you so much. Yes it is sad about Pushkin, but for the moment he is doing well and that Applaws cat food is just about all he will eat, but it is keeping him together. And how lovely that you are going to order White Chin, thank you very much. Do hope you like it! Take care and love to all yours and you of course Marilyn |
Rita Lawson
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Pushkin When we discussed Sam's illness, and you mentioned the cat food you were feeding your cat, I didn't realise how poorly Pushkin had been. Obviously, it is a while since I looked at your website! Here's hoping he keeps well and happy for a good long while yet. |
Gillian Spicer
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Pushkin I have just read The Cats at Hutton Roof and am sorry to hear from above that Pushkin has not been well lately. I hope he gets better soon. I loved reading about him in the book. I have a lovely Russian Blue called Ishobel. They are the most gentle of cats. Get well soon Pushkin. Gillian |
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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