The Book of Night with Moon

Diane Duane

Book 1 in the series:Cats of Grand Central

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cat wizards in new york

urban fantasy

grand central station

wizardry through feline characters

threat from the lone power

mystical undertones

redemption and sacrifice

juxtaposition of cat and human existence

detailed and introspective writing

deep lore and themes of choice

humor and serious

uneven pacing with lore

"The Book of Night with Moon" in the series "Cats of Grand Central" by author Diane Duane follows the story of Rhiow, a New York City cat who is also a wizard responsible for maintaining the Grand Central Station worldgate complex with her partners Saash and Urruah. The plot revolves around the Grand Central Station breaking down, signaling a threat from the Lone Power to take over Earth. delves into the lives of cat wizards in New York, exploring themes of redemption, sacrifice, and the battle between good and evil, all while providing a unique perspective on wizardry through the eyes of feline characters.

Characters:

The characters are anthropomorphized cats with diverse personalities, particularly focusing on Rhiow, who presents thoughtful contrasts between cat and human existence.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is detailed and introspective, weaving humor with serious themes, although the integration of cat language can be distracting at times.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot revolves around a team of cat wizards as they tackle the mystery of a malfunctioning worldgate, facing various threats while exploring deep lore and themes of choice.

Setting:

The setting manifests in New York City, primarily around Grand Central Station, blending urban environments with magical and mystical undertones.

Pacing:

The pacing is uneven, with slow stretches filled with lore that can detract from the engagement, punctuated by significant action.

They never turn the lights off in Grand Central; and they may lock the doors between 1 and 5:30A.M., but the place never quite becomes still. If you stand outside those brass-and-glass doors on Forty-...

Notes:

The Book of Night with Moon features cat wizards as the main characters.

It is set in the same universe as Diane Duane's Young Wizards series.

The protagonist cat, Rhiow, is responsible for maintaining magical worldgates in Grand Central Station.

The book explores the complex culture and communication of cats, including their body language.

There are elements of mythology and metaphysics woven into the story.

The book includes humorous moments, such as a T. rex eating Luciano Pavarotti.

Readers have mixed feelings about its depth and pacing, with some finding it dense and boring in parts.

It delves into serious themes like entropy, choice, and the significance of fighting for hope.

Cameos from characters in the Young Wizards series add connections for existing fans.

Some readers find that this book is less suitable for younger audiences compared to the Young Wizards series.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Potential triggers include themes of loss, darker moments regarding cat wizards, and violence related to the overarching conflict.

From The Publisher:

Rhiow seems a perfectly ordinary New York City cat. Or so her humans think-but she is much more than she appears. With her partners Saash and Urruah, she collaborates with human wizards, protecting the earth from dark forces and helping to maintain the network of magical gateways between different realities.

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