When Beth holds her new kitten for the first time, she falls instantly in love, and all of Rumble Tum's subsequent antics - her penchant for playfulness, and ability to turn anything into a toy; her warm, furry presence, when Beth is reading - only strengthens that initial bond. Then Rumble Tum escapes through an open door one dark and stormy day, and disappears, leaving Beth worried that she has lost her new friend forever. Will Rumble Tum return...?

Although I appreciated the lessons inherent in this story - the importance of caring for our animals companions, and giving them love - I have to say I found the narrative of Rumble Tum just a little too... sweet. Perhaps it was the combination of somewhat sentimental story with really cute pictures? Still, I think that young cat-lovers, or children who are getting their first animal companions, will probably enjoy this one, and it is to them I would recommend it. ( )