Cats were not, in her experience, an animal with much soul. Prosaic, practical little creatures as a general rule. It would suit her very well to be thought catlike.
Gail CarrigerWhat if I arrange to be around Lord Akeldama during the full moon?โ The earl looked daggers. โI am certain he would be extremely helpful in a fight. He could ruthlessly flatter all your attackers into abject submission.
Gail CarrigerI suspect it may be like the difference between a drinker and an alcoholic; the one merely reads books, the other needs books to make it through the day.
Gail Carriger