The Cat, The Mutt, and the Bridge I Burned

Suicidal ex-book editor Clara meets bossy tuxedo cat Penny on a rooftop and suddenly gains the ability to hear animals’ minds. She abandons her toxic, money-grubbing family and opens a pet sanctuary with loyal stray dog Chance. When her violent brother breaks in to hurt her animals, Penny uses her final life to shield Clara, and the bonded pack heals each other while building a warm new home.