Phanny, Phantom of the Attic

How do you contend with a wild and wailing cat that is stalking your neighborhood? You invite her in, of course. At least, that is what Perri Nash ultimately found herself doing during a bitter December in Delaware. When a seemingly feral feline kept reappearing in furtive search for food and shelter, Perri discovered that being a gracious host can be a daunting and life-changing experience.

"Phanny, Phantom of the Attic" is the uplifting, incredible account of how patience and perseverance worked to socialize the most unlikely of animals. When Nash determined that this troublesome lurk-about was desperately trying to save herself and her kitten, the mission was launched. What started as an outreach to animal rescue experts evolved into a painstaking, six-month odyssey to gain the confidence of a very leery cat, and transform the lives of her and her kitten from harsh homelessness to domestic bliss.

Young adults and animal lovers of every stripe will find a moving and fascinating foray into the power of stick-to-it-ness, which in the end enriched the lives of both cat and keeper. Join Nash on a journey that was often as hair-raising as it was furry