Cat & The Dreamer
"Do you ever wake up in the morning and wish you hadn’t?"
Yes. But how could I admit it to a girl I’d only know for three weeks.
Captivated by the enigmatic new student at school, Julia is enticed into a suicide pact. Julia lives; her new friend does not.
Fifteen years later, she continues to grapple with the guilt and trauma of that fateful day, leading her to retreat into daydreams as a means of escape. However, even in her fantasies, she cannot find solace, as a surreal figure named Cat is determined to thwart Julia's journey towards healing and happiness.
Everything changes when she encounters Adam, who helps her uncover what she’s been missing.
This poignant coming-of-age tale for adults will resonate with anyone who is still waiting to feel grown up.
Praise for Cat & The Dreamer
"This is the kind of book you could read over and over, and always spot something new to think about. A definite must read!" - Kyra Lennon, author of the Chaos and Consent series
"A story that digs in its claws and doesn't let go. " - Elizabeth Seckman, author of About Her
"Ethereal moments drift through this ghostly novella about a girl, then a woman, trying hard to escape a life-changing, almost life-ending, moment in her youth. Quiet, chilling and absolutely thrilling!" - Martha Engber, author of Scattered Light
"Readers with a preference for character-oriented literary fiction, and who don’t mind surrealism and realism juxtaposed without boundaries ... will relish the poignant experience and the hopeful ending." - Rosh Reviews
"I think it’s probably the most beautiful thing I’ve read all year. If you enjoy character-driven literary fiction and somewhat surreal reads, then you might just love this." - A_Mac, BookSirens reviewer
"A short but impactful punch that has lingered with me." - Tracy O'Donnell, BookSirens reviewer