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Jan. 14, 2026
"My Beloved Monster" by Caleb Carr is more than a cat memoir—it’s a moving exploration of trauma, resilience, and the healing power of the human-animal bond. Charting Carr’s 17-year journey with Masha, a half-wild rescued kitten, the book blends personal memoir, psychological insight, and animal behavior research. A story of companionship, survival, and emotional transformation, it challenges readers to rethink animal consciousness and the role of pets in human healing. supp...