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In the enchanting city of Istanbul, where ancient history blends seamlessly with modern life, a chance encounter with a furry friend sets the stage for an unforgettable romantic comedy. When Celia, an ambitious young woman on a short-term work assignment, moves into her cozy apartment, she quickly befriends a charming…

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1 author picked The Vet Upstairs as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

If I’m going to pick my second favorite animal, it's going to be cats AND Istanbul is on my list of dream vacations so this novella jumped out at me! I love reading about characters at a crossroads and that’s where we find Celia—taking a new short term job and wondering if she should set down roots. An adorable kitten helps, as does the hunky veterinarian upstairs.

Cute little Badem gets just as much attention as the human characters and that is my jam! I love making animal sidekicks have just as much personality as their two-legged counterparts and it’s…

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