A new revised and illustrated edition of the acclaimed dystopian YA thriller set in a future world where cats are strictly controlled and marketed at huge prices. Written in Cardiff, Wales by the award-winning author of over sixty titles Jon Blake, the novel tells the story of Jade, a law-abiding teenage girl, who finds an unregistered and therefore illegal cat in her back garden, takes it in, and ends up on the run from the law with her feral friend Kris. Rutgers described the book as 'a compelling read' while School Librarian called it 'a very satisfying and brave book that does not go in for easy answers'. Originally published by Hodder in the UK and Albert Whitman in the US, the book was selected by the International Literacy Association for its Young Choices list, and by Bookbag for its top ten teen romances. The new edition also features beautiful artwork by Cardiff illustrator Rebecca Harry. 'A brilliant idea and a page turning thriller' Northern Echo 'The writing is top notch and it has something for everyone. Take it as my tip for a major award' Bookbag 'The Last Free Cat is one of the best young adult adventures in a long time. Be prepared to share. Everyone will want to read this' Hackwriters 'The beauty of the relationship between human and animal is touchingly conveyed and the book culminates in a sense of hope that is truly uplifting' Books For Keeps 'A very satisfying and brave book that does not go in for easy answers' School Librarian 'A compelling read' Rutgers 'Gripping, futuristic feline thriller' Bournemouth Echo 'Cat lovers aren't the only readers who'll want to get their claws into this fantastic feline thriller' National Geographic Kids 'It is a coming of age story filled with teen angst and young love. But it is also a story about finding the truth, working for a greater cause and taking a stand' So Many Books 'Jon Blake has done a masterful job. . .get ready for a thrilling and thought-provoking ride' David Patneaude Jon Blake, born in Mortimer, Berkshire in 1954, is the author of over sixty titles for children, young adults and adults, He is a BBC Talent award winner for radio comedy and has been shortlisted for the Children's Book Award, the Laugh Out Loud Awards and the Writers Guild Best Children's TV Script. Brought up in Southampton, he wrote his first novel in York, teacher-trained in Barnsley, became a professional author and playwright in Nottingham and moved to Cardiff in 1987, where he now lives with Natalie, their two children, and Flora the cat. His website is at www.jonblake.co.uk. Rebecca Harry lives in Cardiff with her two children. From her studio at home, she has illustrated over 40 books for babies and children. These have been published across the world in countries such as Japan, USA, Korea and Germany. The Last Free Cat is Rebecca's first Young Adult book project. Her website is at www.rebeccaharry.com.