FIGARO

About the Book

This true heartwarming story tells of a special bond between Maria and her cat Figaro. When Figaro becomes ill after eighteen years of uninterrupted friendship, it is Maria’s love, caring and devotion that ultimately help him to recover.

About the Author

The author, Maria Lemos, a native of Brazil, resides in Manhattan with her daughter and two cats, Figaro and Gina. She makes her debut as an author with Figaro, having been inspired to write the story after her cat’s close brush with death and his miraculous recovery. An animal lover, she is quite active in all charitable events that benefi t animals.