Books like Catboy by Eric Walters
Catboy follows a young protagonist as he navigates city life while caring for wild and feral cats. The story explores friendships, responsibility, and the bond between humans and animals in an urban setting.
First publish date: 2011
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Eric Walters
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