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Will My Cat Eat My Eyeballs?

Big Questions From Tiny Mortals About Death
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Aug 03, 2023PBCLSNoah rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
A thoroughly enjoyable read, and surprisingly light, too. Doughty's writing style is key to this, as she is funny, witty, and easy to digest. She answers tough, heavy, and often gross questions with a frankness that puts the reader at…
May 05, 2023
Multiple Recs! "It's full of weird and dark trivia about the process of death and dying. Read Next: Stiff by Mary Roach" - Sarah N. "-Weird, dark humor -Super quick read -Written for people who are interested in death/science but don't…
Jan 13, 2023baileykp rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
So many answers to questions I didn't even know I had! This is a great read for someone who wants to know more about some of the ins-and-outs of death from a practical standpoint. We're not focusing on the spiritual side of the great…
Jul 05, 2022Jzmalfoy rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Amusing, charming, and informative! The illustrations are staggeringly beautiful and worth the read all by themselves. You can tell it was written by somebody who not only loves their job, but, loves teaching people. It feels like a casual…
Jun 25, 2022
And dont overlook the marvelous illustrations by Dianne Ruz.
Apr 09, 2022HPLTeenReviewers rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
“Will My Cat Eat My Eyeballs” was a remarkably informative book about a topic not too many people are willing to touch upon: death. Caitlin Doughty’s book answered several questions about how bodies are prepared and other things, but not…
Apr 04, 2022kymberlydaniel rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
This book is great for those still new to thanatology or new to wanting to learn about death. It’s set up like a Q & A where each chapter is a question being answered.
Feb 05, 2022VaughanPLKathy rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
I usually do not let out a giggle when reading morbid materials, but I could not stop myself. With the added humour, the book became less macabre and more entertaining. I enjoyed how the author included some history, which helped clarify…
Jan 19, 2022WPL_Erin rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Love this!! I'm a huge fan of the author's YouTube Channel and Podcast, and this was awesome! I listened to the audiobook as well as reading a physical copy and it was brilliantly narrated by the author. Super informative, quirky and all…
Jan 12, 2022WPL_JessB rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
I've been a fan of Caitlin's for a few years now, and reading this book felt like hanging out with her. Yes, the topic might seem morbid, but she imbues this short chapters with so much history, fact, and humour that this book flew right…
Oct 09, 2021SJZB2020 rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
The questions are simple and the answers are complete, albeit some a bit graphic. With some humor thrown in, it's the perfect book for those curious about what happens when we die. Although I loved the text I did not like the…
Aug 26, 2021BookDragon137 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Loved it! Made me want to run away and become a mortician. I too had some of these same questions so I'm glad I found this book. Very informative and will give you a new appreciation towards death.
Jun 04, 2021
Love it.
Feb 01, 2021neophyte rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
Good information but don't care much for forced attempts at humor
Jan 20, 2021ckapadia rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Important questions answered intelligently but with a healthy dose of sarcasm. Very rarely felt like I was gonna barf. If you enjoy her check out her YouTube channel it is educational and very entertaining.
Dec 01, 2020CCCL_Lindsayd rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
"Death positive" mortician/author/Youtube personality Caitlin Doughty compiles an informative, often hilarious collection of questions asked of her by children. The most obvious revelation here is that "Tiny Mortals" are just as curious as…
Sep 19, 2020
“Eyeballs” is a hilarious and informative book written by mortician and YouTuber Caitlyn Doughty, Answering the unfiltered questions from kids about death, it turns the long-standing taboo of talking of death into one that is respectful,…
Aug 24, 2020Fuzzy_Slippers rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
A super funny and interesting book! I learned so much, especially about cremation and death practices in different countries and religions.
Aug 10, 2020sjdesrv rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Funny commentary on what happens after we die. Learned a thing or two about cremation I wasn’t aware of. Good to know especially since that is the route I plan on taking.
Aug 06, 2020DazzlingMoonlight rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Funny, full of facts and frankly fantastic!
Apr 29, 2020LibraryLeia rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
A fascinating and honest look at death, Doughty uses her experience as a mortician to talk answer questions kids have asked her about death and dying. With interesting illustrations and a funny, yet factual, delivery of morbid subject…
Apr 23, 2020JCLAlisonS rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
Bestselling author of Smoke Gets in Your Eyes and real-life mortician, Doughty again strives to normalize conversations about our own mortality. Anything you've ever wondered about death, cremation, burial, and the like are covered here -…
Apr 08, 2020frenchhornistba rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
Hilariously entertaining as always, Caitlin Doughty answers questions about death, but not just any questions, questions that the tiny mortals have thought of. I learned a lot of new things and laughed a lot too!
Mar 30, 2020Kstobo rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Answered a lot of questions I didn't know I had. Funny and upbeat, considering the content. Loved it!
Mar 27, 2020
"What will happen if...?" It's important to ask questions, especially for children, who have the most perceptive and bravest inquiries. Doughty has extensive experience with death as she owns and runs her own funeral home, and is the…