As Kirsten brought up, cats appear to be a recurring symbol in the book. I agree, and I was curious about the different things that cats symbolize. I found this website that explains all the representations cats can be interpreted as. I think it's interesting how cats are connected to supernatural things, intuition, intelligence, secrets, and watchfullness. All of these qualities strongly connect to the story, specifically the Hempstocks, who have unique powers and extreme intuition. It also says that in Ancient Rome, the cat was considered the guardian of homes, which can connect to the MC's new kitten keeping him safe from the evil. He found his new kitten in the field right as Ursula was about to attack him. Shortly after, Lettie arrives, saving him. I definitely think there is a connection. Yay for interesting symbolism! :)
http://www.whats-your-sign.com/cat-animal-symbolism.html
Well not only did he find it before Ursula attacks, but he pulled it from the ground. Ocean isn't a normal little kitty because she's not born normally. But how she is always loyal to MC is so touching, it makes me want to cry. I really think Ocean is a huge symbolism in herself. Like how she's all black could be considered the evil of the world, and then the white on her ear could symbolise the hope of humanity?
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