Felix the Railway Cat

Felix the Railway Cat chronicles the true story of a cat who became both an employee and local celebrity at Huddersfield Railway Station in West Yorkshire, England. The cat was brought to the station in 2011 to help with a mouse problem but soon took on a much larger role in the station's daily operations. The book follows Felix's impact on the station staff and thousands of commuters who pass through Huddersfield each day. Felix's duties expanded from pest control to becoming the station's official Senior Pest Controller, complete with a high-vis vest, name badge, and social media following. Moore documents how a single cat transformed a busy train station into a warmer, more welcoming environment. The narrative includes perspectives from station workers, passengers, and the local community who came to see Felix as more than just a station pet. This account demonstrates how small changes can affect an entire community, while exploring themes of connection and belonging in public spaces. The book captures how shared experiences around animals can create meaningful bonds between strangers.

Readers describe this book as a heartwarming story that provides a welcome escape from negative news. Many appreciate the personal accounts from railway staff and passengers about their interactions with Felix at Huddersfield Station. Readers liked: - The straightforward, conversational writing style - Behind-the-scenes details about railway operations - Photos of Felix throughout the book - Stories of Felix helping anxious travelers Readers disliked: - Repetitive anecdotes in later chapters - Too much focus on social media impact - Some felt it could have been shorter Ratings across platforms: Goodreads: 4.1/5 (2,300+ ratings) Amazon UK: 4.7/5 (1,800+ ratings) Amazon US: 4.6/5 (300+ ratings) "Perfect for cat lovers and train enthusiasts alike" appears in multiple reviews. Some readers noted the book helped them cope with grief or depression, with one Amazon reviewer writing "Felix's story gave me comfort during a difficult time."

Dewey: The Small-Town Library Cat Who Touched the World by Vicki Myron A cat transforms a public library in Iowa and connects with patrons through his intuition and presence.

Nala's World by Dean Nicholson A rescued cat accompanies a cyclist on a journey across multiple countries, changing both their lives through encounters with people along the way.

Bob: The Street Cat Who Helped One Man Learn the Meaning of Christmas by James Bowen A street musician's life shifts direction when he meets and bonds with a stray cat in London.

Homer's Odyssey by Gwen Cooper A blind cat navigates life with determination and helps his owner through personal challenges and the events of 9/11.

The Railway Cat and Other Stories by Phyllis Arkle A collection of tales follows the adventures of cats who live and work at British railway stations.

🐱 Felix is the Senior Pest Controller at Huddersfield Railway Station, with her own high-vis jacket, name badge, and social media following of over 100,000 fans. 🚂 The book reached #8 on the Sunday Times bestseller list and inspired a sequel, "Full Steam Ahead, Felix." 🏆 Felix was promoted to Senior Pest Controller in 2016, becoming the first cat to receive an official promotion on Britain's railway network. 🎗️ Felix has helped raise thousands of pounds for charitable causes, including Prostate Cancer UK, through merchandise sales and public appearances. 📅 Despite being named Felix, the famous railway cat is actually female - the station staff discovered this after they'd already named her, but decided to keep the name anyway.