First published 1989
Nellie, a shy young girl, spends her days alone, ignored by her busy parents. That is, until a stray tabby cat wanders into her life. Nellie cautiously approaches the skittish feline, and slowly, a profound bond forms between the lonely girl and the independent cat. As Nellie cares for the cat, named Socks, she learns the true meaning of companionship and the power of unquestioning acceptance. But when Socks disappears, Nellie must muster the courage to search for her beloved friend, discovering that the greatest love is often found in the most unexpected places.
Genres: fiction, animals, family-life, contemporary, 21st-century
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking, whimsical
Tropes: found-family, slice-of-life
31 pages · Hardcover · Farrar Straus & Giroux