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The Christmas Day Kitten

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Not having been familiar with the work of James Herriot before this book, I was happily surprised when I read this to my little cat-loving daughter this christmas season. This is a touching story which brought us both to tears, but gave a joyful smile as we reached the end of the story. Truly a story to be shared with every child at christmas!

This picture book, although written for children, can be enjoyed by people of all ages, especially cat lovers! James Harriot has a style of story-telling that draws you in and doesn't let you go until you've finished the story. This story is just a small sampling of the many wonderful vet stories that Harriot has to tell.

This book is the epitamy of heartwarming. After all the sad, depressing things that happen in today's world, this book (and all of James Herriot's stories) makes you feel a lot better. Perfect for kids, this book will warm the souls of everyone.

Even though I haven't read this book since I was younger, I remember it as having a perfect happy ending. Even if you don't buy it, you should at least go to the library and check it out. You might like it enough to buy it anyways :)

My teacher read this to our class when I was only 6-years-old, and I had to run out that weekend and purchase it for my very own book collection. Now, 12 years later, I still pull this book out all of the time to look at some of the most gorgeous illustrations to ever be printed in a children's book, and to read the story of the little Christmas Day Kitten. A must-have book for all, as the beauty of it will warm the heart of everyone in your family for years and years to come.

Erika Sorocco

I've had this book for years, and read it many times, but I still cannot get through it without crying. It's not maudlin or overly sentimental, either. It's beautifully illustrated, and written with a wonderful style and tenderness. No Christmas collection is complete without this gem.

I have loved this book for many years since I was a child. I am rather sentimental when it comes to books. Given that disclaimer, I tear up every time I read this lovely story.

I first read this story when it was released in paperback in the United States. As a cat lover, I always remembered the story of a feral cat who would occasionally treat herself to comfort. And who brought her kitten to this haven of comfort as her own life was ending. I cried for Debbie when I first read this story and even now, 30 years later, I still cry for her. But at the end, I also laugh and rejoice with Buster and his antics with the beagles. A wonderful, wonderful story as only James Herriot can tell.

This story is very touching as a "dog" person is won over by an unexpected visitor. Shared at Christmas time it is especially appropriate as the world is reminded of the incarnation of God paying us a visit in an unexpected venue.

This book was a favorite of mine as a little girl and I still think about it and get misty. It's a great book to teach kids about generosity and kindness, especially toward animals. I have always come back to it after the loss of a pet because of its excellent treatment of an animal's passing. Buy with confidence and enjoy with your kids. (Preferably with cocoa, in front of a fireplace).

The perfect Christmas book for kids and adults. Beautiful illustrations, heartwarming story with a comical twist.