Рейчел Уэллс: A Friend Called Alfie

But Aquarius cats can also be very indecisive. Do not give them two bowls of food; the effort in trying to decide might be far too much for them. But, as a general rule, they are pretty easy going, fun to be around, and always ready for a party.

Pisces

The Pisces cat is away with the fairies. A dreamer, not a doer – and sometimes you will feel like tapping a Pisces cat on the side of the head to enquire if anyone is home. They love fish tanks and ponds, and can spend hours watching fish drift past. They will be constantly curious about your bath or shower and will try to get in. They don’t necessarily share the normal cat fear of water.

Pisces cats like to go under objects – particularly beds, but also garden sheds, so be careful. They love hiding, so you might find them under chairs and tables too. Their disappearing acts will start as soon as you get them home, even when they are tiny kittens.

The Pisces cat is also sensitive. They have beautiful, almost liquid eyes. They are psychic and know when you are going away or coming back, so it is no coincidence when you find them waiting for you at just the right time …

Acknowledgements

Ican’t believe I have written a sixth Alfie book – how wonderful. I feel so incredibly lucky to be able to still write about Alfie. And that is thanks to a lot of people:

Firstly, to the team at Avon: my editor Helen, Sabah in publicity, Dom in sales and the rest of the team who work so tirelessly on Alfie, from the page to the shelves. I love working with you and I love the Alfie Avon team!

Secondly, to my agents, Northbank Talent Management, who not only support me but also do a great job to getting Alfie out there to different parts of the world.

Thirdly, to my family and friends, who all help me with the writing process in their own ways. I appreciate each and every one of you. Special mention to Jessica, who this book is dedicated to – thank you for all the cat gifts that definitely inspire me.

And, lastly but very importantly, to my lovely readers who continue to buy my books, which enables me to keep writing them. I appreciate you all – those who follow me on social media, those who let me know that they enjoy the books, those who read quietly and especially those who share photos of their cats with me. Without you there would be no Alfie, so please appreciate how important you all are to me. I ran a competition to have a character named after a cat and, although I would have loved to use them all, I was limited to one – so a special mention to Janet Heath and her cat Oliver who appears in the book. I hope that you enjoy this latest Alfie offering and I hope you continue to follow me where ever you may be!

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About the Author

Rachel Wells is a mother, writer and cat lover. She lives in Devon with her family and her pets and believes in the magic of animals. Rachel grew up in Devon but lived in London in her twenties working in marketing and living in a tiny flat with an elderly rescued cat, Albert. After having a child, she moved back to Devon and decided to take the plunge and juggle motherhood with writing. A Friend Called Alfie is her sixth book.

Also by Rachel Wells:

Alfie the Doorstep Cat

A Cat Called Alfie

Alfie and George

Alfie the Holiday Cat

Alfie in the Snow

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