"Scotougonshchytsa" is a fantastic novel written by the Ukrainian writer Yurii Vynnychuk. The main character, a young girl named Marichka, one day receives a strange ability - she can see the true essence of a person in the form of an animal that accompanies her. This discovery makes her special in the eyes of those around her, but it also puts her life and relationships with those around her at risk. The author successfully combined fantastical elements with psychological analysis of the main character, revealing Marichka's inner world and her struggle with her own demons. "The cattle rustler" is a book that captivates from the first pages, forcing the reader to think about the essence of human nature and the very process of interaction with the world around him.