Hate That Cat by Sharon Creech

Don't take offence at the title. The main character, Jack, who appeared in Love that Dog and narrates this as well, doesn't really hate cats.

This title is a sequel, and is written in the same blank verse as the first book, but this time the nature of what constitutes poetry, and the grammatical techniques used in poetry such as alliteration and onomatopoeia, are explored.

Jack is still recovering from the death of his dog Skye and has taken exception to a cat that is invading Skye's old territory. Eventually he gets a cat of his own and all is rosy in the garden.

Not as good as Love That Dog but certainly useful in encouraging children to read and write poetry.

Suitable for middle primary school children.

Reviewed by Bob

Published by Joanna Cotler Books