In The Art of Racing in the Rain, Garth Stein tells the story of a dog through the dog's voice.
Lots of people compare it to Marley & Me, except it is very different from that book.
This is a book that will make even the hardened laugh and cry and experience every emotion known to man.
This book is narrated by Enzo the dog and told with a touching sense of humanity that drags you right into the story.
Every experience that Enzo brings to life makes you feel like you are part of the story and that Enzo is right in the room telling it to you.
In The Art of Racing in the Rain, the author weaves a fun filled tale full of funny and sad moments all at once.
It is about life, it is about death, it is about pet lovers and people in general.
It underscores how much we love our pets in the manner in which it is written.
We come to believe that Enzo is really for real and actually a talking dog.
It is so amazing how Garth pulls that off.
It is a talent not a lot of writers possess.
In the pages of the book that comes to life, the writer shows us the foibles of life as a dog.
The wants and needs and wishes.
Enzo would like to be reincarnated as a human and see life through the eyes of a human.
It is a fun and intriguing paradox told with what can only be described as sincerity and a true understanding of knowing what a dog might want.
You get the feeling that Stein is truly a lover of dogs and has spent a lot of time getting to understand them and know them.
He brings Enzo to life so perfectly.
With The Art of Racing in the Rain, Garth Stein has created a timeless piece that will thrill and enthrall generations for years to come.
Whether you are a dog lover or not, you will be absolutely taken with this charming and heartwarming novel.
It will bring you years of joy.
It's a real page turner too so expect long reading sessions.
You will not want to tear yourself away from this one.
Everyone should have a copy of this book in their library or bookshelf and read it often for inspiration as well as entertainment value.