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The Travelling Cat Chronicles
Contemporary fiction
The Travelling Cat Chronicles
Nana, a former stray cat with a crooked tail, lives contentedly with kindhearted Satoru until circumstances force his human companion to search for a new home for him. Their road trip across Japan takes them to Satoru's childhood friends, whose memories gradually reveal the losses and loyalties that shaped his life. Nana's sharp observations add humor and tenderness as the true reason for the journey becomes clear. Bittersweet and deeply humane, this novel is best saved for a quiet day when you want friendship, changing landscapes, an animal's devoted perspective, and a story likely to require tissues.
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Terminal illness · Animal grief · Death · Abandonment memories
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Nana’s Road Tea
Clean, quiet refreshment for a bittersweet journey.
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How to mix it
- Steep the tea and any herbs or whole spices in hot water according to the tea type, then strain. Stir in sweetener and juices. Serve hot.
- Garnish: Citrus peel, herb, or fruit from the recipe, if applicable.
- Glassware: Mug.
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Earl Grey Gin Fizz
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Earl Grey gives this gin fizz a fragrant tea note beneath its lemony bubbles.
What you'll need
- 2 oz gin
- 1 oz chilled strong Earl Grey tea ↗
- 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice ↗
- 1/2 oz simple syrup ↗
- 2 oz soda water ↗
- Ice
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How to mix it
- Shake gin, tea, lemon juice, and simple syrup with ice. Strain over fresh ice and top with soda water.
- Garnish: Lemon twist.
- Glassware: Collins glass.
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