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A review by karin_goodreads
The Cat Who Taught Zen by James Norbury
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This time we don't get to meet with Big Panda & Tiny Dragon (well actually, they're mentioned), but we get to embark on a journey with Cat, who is on a mission to get to the ancient pine tree to unlock infinite wisdom. On his way Cat meets with a bunch of animals and gives them advice, although in the end it's him who learns a lesson from an unlikely companion.
Once again James Norbury is back with another adorable book! This simple, yet profound little story brought comfort and a message when I needed it the most. The visuals are always so charming and fun! I must admit that something was lacking for me.. I can't give it 5 stars. It could've been the fast pace or something else entirely. Despite that, it's still a cute read for a cozy day. The afterword was also very interesting to me, a teeny-tiny insight about the work that went into putting this all together.
Once again James Norbury is back with another adorable book! This simple, yet profound little story brought comfort and a message when I needed it the most. The visuals are always so charming and fun! I must admit that something was lacking for me.. I can't give it 5 stars. It could've been the fast pace or something else entirely. Despite that, it's still a cute read for a cozy day. The afterword was also very interesting to me, a teeny-tiny insight about the work that went into putting this all together.
The secret to a beautiful life is not just in an ancient tree or a star-filled sky.
It is in the leaves and the mud and the rain.
In you and me and in the bustling city I left far behind.