NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE FROM FOX 2000 STARRING MILO VENTIMIGLIA, AMANDA SEYFRIED, AND KEVIN COSTNERMEET THE DOG WHO WILL SHOW THE WORLD HOW TO BE HUMANThe New York Times bestselling novel from Garth Stein—a heart-wrenching but deeply funny and ultimately uplifting story of family, love, loyalty, and hope—a captivating look at the wonders and absurdities of human life . . . as only a dog could … of family, love, loyalty, and hope—a captivating look at the wonders and absurdities of human life . . . as only a dog could tell it.
“Splendid.” —People
“The perfect book for anyone who knows that compassion isn’t only for humans, and that the relationship between two souls who are meant for each other never really comes to an end. Every now and then I’m lucky enough to read a novel I can’t stop thinking about: this is one of them.” —Jodi Picoult
“It’s impossible not to love Enzo.” —Minneapolis Star Tribune
“This old soul of a dog has much to teach us about being human. I loved this book.” —Sara Gruen
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Beautiful. In my top 3.
This is one of my all-time favorite books, and I just found out it has been made into a movie! I hope the movie — which comes out in August — is as wonderful as the book. I can’t wait to see it!
I always enjoy books written from an animal’s viewpoint. This one is a delight.
One of my favorite books!
One of my favorite books. If you like dogs, you will love this book. Once you start, you won’t want it to end.
If you love dogs, and truly believe they are a man’s best friend, then this is the book for you! Fans of Shiloh and Marley and Me will love this book!
I just re-read this book and wonder why I waited so long to do so.
I read this book several years ago, but recently I had been making reference to it and those who had not read it I told them they needed to. And I realized I needed to walk through the pages again. A couple weeks ago, I lost my senior canine pal, Hollie, and as I read the first chapter I heard Hollie in Enzo. Tears well, but I smile as I …
the narrator in this story is the dog and it’s just a wonderful story with several actual insights which stayed with me for these several years. I loved this book.
Garth Stein takes you beyond our daily lives…
Best book I’ve ever read. Well, maybe this and Merle’s Door.
Loved this book!
My friend recommended this book to me, did not warn me of the beginning. So I brought it to the gym to read on the elliptical. Started crying. Great story from beginning to end.
Garth Stein had me hooked from the first page. The story, told from the viewpoint of …..which I’ll keep that surprise…..is poignant, sad, humorous, and compassionate all at the same time. I’ve not found a fiction book that I keep replaying in my head. I love, love, loved this book! I cherish the story of loyalty, unconditional love, and hopes …
If you love animals, you’ll love this book!
I read this book a few years ago and found it enjoyable and unforgettable.
How do our dogs see us? Are they sympathetic to our feelings? Do they try to help us achieve our goals despite not having opposible thumbs? Are our goals, theirs? The answers to some of these questions will be revealed in “The Art of Racing in the Rain “ a thoroughly enjoyable rainy afternoon (or sunny beachfront) read. You may see your best …
Thought provoking. I have read this book several times as it makes you think. I truly look forward to seeing the movie adaptation. Highly recommend!
What a book! Written from a dogs perspective. Lots of could be true life experiences. A good read for sure.
For anyone who loves dogs, this is a great book. It helped me better appreciate how they might see the world and their people. Wonderful story and great characters.