It is hard for Scat to find food, shelter and love. Scat's hardships are compared to a variety of other cats, all who have homes.

    

    Especially a thin, battle-scarred, terribly proud, alley cat with sharp claws and a deep distrust of anything that moves, people included.Miranda loved cats. She was also very lonely, and when she discovered where the Cat lived in the alley she was determined it should be her friend. Nightly she visited the Cat's corner with scraps and milk and each time his cold green eyes gleamed suspiciously at her from the shadows.Then one night there were no eyes shining in the dark, but a sad bundle of fur and bruises at Miranda's feet. How Miranda's care and affection were repaid makes a story which will appeal to all young people with a love for animals."