Gunhild Jensen is not only an expert cat behaviorist and the founder of Smiling Kitty. She is also the author of the popular fantasy book series Aya and the Firecats.
Aya and the Firecats
About the Books
Aya Gatherer is not an ordinary girl. She has only one dream: to become a cat guardian and learn how to ride the magical Firecats in the great cat parade. The Firecats are the protectors of the White Mountains, Aya’s home. Her favorite Firecat is Mika—the giant red cat at the front of the parade—and Mika’s current guardian Master Lazu needs a new apprentice. Aya is not the only one with her eyes set on the open apprenticeship, however. Aya’s worst enemy Balda wants it, too.
With Master Lazu’s decision only days away, Aya discovers that a mysterious darkness threatens her wondrous world. It is about to destroy the White Mountains and everything she loves. Aya must set out on a mission, not only to become Mika’s guardian but to save her home. She will go far and learn who her friends and enemies really are…
Statement from the Author
“Aya and the Firecats is the story of the young girl Aya and her magical cat Mika, who must go on a journey together to save their world from destruction. The story is a tribute to the wondrous personality of the pet cat. Every cat lover will see the traits of their own cat reflected in Mika and her friends. The story was born when I was a little girl who dreamed about being small enough to ride my favorite barn cat and follow her on her adventures in the fields. It is also the story of the wonder of nature and all its creatures and of the need to protect the environment. It is written in the style of a traditional fantasy story with a plot that develops as the protagonist moves from place to place. Each chapter provides new insight into Aya’s life and gradually allows the reader to imagine her world. The story can be read aloud to young children but is suitable for animal lovers of all ages.”