This book is captivating to say the least! Unlike anything I’ve read, the book is presented through the eyes – and nose – of a dog. Kudos to the author Garth Stein, for creating such a great New York Times bestseller. If you ever owned a dog, you’ll find this book funny and uplifting. If you’re into car racing, bonus. The thrill of competitive racing is well crafted into the story.
My name is Enzo. This is my story. “Gestures are all that I have; sometimes they must be grand in nature. And while I occasionally step over the line and into the world of the melodramatic, it is what I must do in order to communicate clearly and effectively.”
And so it reads…
Enzo is a smart dog, almost with a human soul. In fact, he believes he will be reincarnated as a human. No disappointment there… :)
Funny parts:
Enzo’s obsession with opposable thumbs, demon zebras, TV, …
Heart-wrenching parts:
Love, sickness, tragedy, betrayal, humility, hope in the face of utmost despair.
Life lessons (there are lots):
“That which we manifest is before us, we are the creators of our own destiny.” “The car goes where the eyes go…”
This book drew me in from start to finish. I found it super well written. Critics are correct in saying that it offers a captivating look at the wonders and absurdities of human life… as only a dog could tell it.
You go Enzo!
Here’s a link to a YouTube Video Trailer of the Book The Art of Racing in the Rain.
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