The Cats of Silver Crescent

The Cats of Silver Crescent – A Heartfelt Middle Grade Fantasy About Talking Cats, Hidden Magic, and the Power of Friendship

From Kaela Noel, acclaimed author of Coo, comes The Cats of Silver Crescent—a charming standalone middle grade novel perfect for fans of Kathi Appelt, Katherine Applegate, and magical animal adventures. Blending heartfelt emotion with whimsical fantasy, this enchanting story follows a young girl who uncovers a magical secret—and discovers her own inner power along the way.

Twelve-year-old Elsby isn't exactly thrilled to be spending the summer with her eccentric great-aunt Verity while her mom is busy with an art show. But everything changes when she spots a cat walking on two legs, dressed like a sailor and disappearing into the woods. Soon, she meets a group of talking, thinking cats, who explain that a powerful spell transformed them—but it’s about to wear off.

Only Elsby can help them renew the magic, but doing so comes with difficult choices and risks. As she dives deeper into the cats’ mysterious world, Elsby must learn who to trust, the true meaning of courage, and what family really means.

The Cats of Silver Crescent is a captivating tale of transformation, bravery, and wonder, perfect for animal lovers and young readers who believe in a little everyday magic.