The Woman Behind the Cat

<p><strong>In a tale where love defies logic and biology </strong><em><strong>The Woman Behind the Cat / The Cat Behind the Woman</strong></em><strong> is a later-in-life shapeshifter romance steeped in magical realism self-discovery and second chances.</strong></p><p>Clara once lived as a cat. Now returned to a woman's body through a mysterious scientific experiment she must relearn what it means to be human-emotionally physically and intimately. At her side is Bruce her lifelong love now reincarnated into the form of a majestic Irish wolfhound. Together they navigate a bond deeper than blood stronger than time.</p><p>From the cobbled streets of postwar Bath to the feverish chaos of 9/11 New York and the wild serenity of the Canadian mountains Clara and Bruce's journey spans continents and decades. When tragedy strikes on September 11 Bruce becomes an unexpected hero-his sacrifice revealing a hidden strength forged in loyalty and love.</p><p>But as years pass their unageing bodies raise questions drawing attention in a world that doesn't understand their paranormal bond. Amid heartbreak new beginnings and encounters with those who suspect the truth Clara finds herself caught between memory and identity science and soul.</p><p><em>Literary fiction meets science fiction romance</em> in this sweeping novel about the wild shape of love the limits of transformation and the ache of being almost-but not quite-human. With undertones of genetic engineering and philosophical longing Clara's journey is not only about surviving... it's about becoming.</p><p><strong>Will she and Bruce ever truly belong? Or will their secret remain buried beneath paw prints and pages?</strong></p>