Oliver kitten began life in a fire engine, living with his mum and many siblings. It’s not until he’s rescued then adopted by a family of six humans that his real adventures begin.

The father of the family named Richard is very respectful of Oliver’s space at first meeting, so Oliver knows he’s in good hands. Richard’s wife Sophia is going to take more time to crack however and their three children are all  challenges for this kitten.

Lucy is thirteen and spends most of her time in her room, on her phone, or with her headphones on and Oliver spends lots of his time sleeping in her bed.

Clint is a toddler, so Oliver learns to stay out of his way and Bubs needs much more looking after. Oliver does his very best. Then there is Nan who seems to know the way of cats and their needs. Oliver really likes Nan.

Oliver shares his life for the first year, day by day. He has many adventures inside his home and in his hunting ground (back yard). His antics and friendly purrsonality make him many friends both two legged and four legged. But his mischievous also causes chaos in a heartbeat – inside and outside.

A goldfish bowl, a goldfish pond, police cars and tow trucks are all in the brew of trouble that Oliver stirs, then he enjoys sitting back and watching what happens next.

This journal not only tells the story of a kitten growing into a cat, but also the ups and downs of his human family.

I spent time smiling with Oliver as I read, then chuckling, then laughing out loud as Oliver wreaked his revenge or distaste on humans he didn’t like, or those who had wronged the humans he loves.

Cat lovers will enjoy getting to know Oliver and give an insight into owning a new kitten if they haven’t had the privilege before.

Author – Gareth St John Thomas

Age – 7+

(2022, Exisle Publishing, Cat, Kitten, Animal, Diary, Journal, Humour, Pets, Community, Adventures, NZ Author, New Zealand, Funny, Family, Siblings, Teenager, Action)