A puppy is cute. A puppy is laughter. A puppy is joy. Simone needed the unconditional love only Enomis could provide to alleviate the constant heartache, pain, and fear permeating her life.How can a puppy save a woman from an abusive relationship and help her find the right kind of love? With heart.
I have said it before, and I have to say it again “Roberta has such an awesome imagination and talent for writing” and To Guard with Love is just another example of this.
Enomis the puppy who fell in love with Simone the minute she walked through the door tells the story of Simone’s abusive relationship. Enomis teaches Simone about hope and courage, and that it is okay to ask for help from others.
Enomis sets out to show Simone what true love really looks like, as he himself pushes her towards Gary, the new neighbor next door.
Enomis and Simone’s unconditional love for one another shows us that there is hope in every bad situation.
I loved this book as I did Blind Sympathy by Roberta. In addition, I highly recommend To Guard with Love to anyone in an abusive relationship, and anyone who needs a little hope and courage in their own life.
Thank you as always Roberta for the copy of To Guard with Love. This review is my own thoughts and opinion.
He’s excited when he sees Simone come in the yard. He knows this is his human, and he goes to meet her. The breeder suggests the lady look the others over, but Simone is happy with the one that picked her. She pays the $500, then stops at a pet shop to pick up supplies. She wants the pup for company and he’s happy to fill that role.
This story is told from the puppy’s perspective; it’s his story. Animals know people and can tell if they are good or bad. Simone is good, if a bit sad. Her boyfriend, Joel, is bad. He’s abusive if he’s been drinking.
Simone is happy to see a new neighbor moving in. Gary is a nice guy and a good man. Her puppy approves and hopes Simone would get rid of Joel. She’s still trying to make it work. But when he comes home abusive and rude, Gary can see the bruises left behind.
He finds out she owns a farm and hasn’t been back since her parents died in a car crash. He convinces her to return. Take a few days away from Joel. He comes along and mows her acres of grass, helps clean out her pool, and does other chores. Once Joel finds out he’s there, he’s sure they are sleeping together. They are not but he doesn’t believe her…
This was a good read. The puppy is very defensive of his mistress, which is normal. This is also a good life lesson for anyone living with an abusive partner. They apologize, they are really sorry for what they’ve done, until the next time.
A book with unique perspective and character.
The book is fascinating and imaginative displaying the creativity of Roberta. The beautiful context attracted me the most. It was a wonderful idea to use the pet’s point of view. It shows the loyalty of dog, providing an amazing read for pet lovers.
Easy to understand book highlights the element of courage and hope in life. Mesmerising and thought provoking.
The strong bond between human and animals is beautifully painted in the novel. It is not a story but a ray of hope that one can find true love in his life.
When I saw the romantic cover I got attracted and after reading the story, I fell in love. Once again Roberta proved herself as skilful writer.
I give this 5 stars and would recommend to every one who wants to enjoy a unique imaginative story from the perspective of a dog.
I really enjoyed this book the first time I read it. It was an easy and quick book to read and very enjoyable as well. That was before it was the finished masterpiece it is now!
The second time I read this book it took on a whole new meaning for me! I got to help my lovely wife edit this book and this time round I have a new puppy myself. A beautiful standard poodle named Morty, whom my wife was gifted and the gracious and loving woman Roberta is, she allowed him to become my service dog. Now as I read this book and look as Simone through Enomis’ eyes and the unconditional love he has for her. The way he would put his own body and life in danger to protect his human. I imagine my new Morty thinking and acting the same way Enomis feels for Simone. I got to read this book with an entire new perspective and appreciate it not only as a reader and dog lover but as a new puppy trainer as well!
I love the imagination Roberta has in this book to take on the world from the view of a dog! It’s a hard enough thing to do with another person let alone another species! I highly recommend this book for any reader of any genre!
First, let’s talk about the cover: MARVELOUS. Give me a Hallmark channel, good feels.
Second, the story has brutal elements of abuse but the way the author chose to write it in the perspective of the puppy really made it fascinating.
I read it all in one day, as it is a novella. I found Simone very believable with incredible growth. Gary was an endearing man, one anyone could fall in love with. Enomis, for a puppy, had amazing insight. If you are looking for a quick read, look no further.
Highly recommended.