Enzo knows he is different from other dogs: a philosopher with a nearly human soul (and an obsession with opposable thumbs), he has educated himself by watching television extensively, and by listening very closely to the words of his master, Denny Swift, an up-and-coming race car driver. Through Denny, Enzo has gained tremendous insight into the human condition, and he sees that life, like racing, isn't simply about going fast. Using the techniques needed on the race track, one can successfully navigate all of life's ordeals.
On the eve of his death, Enzo takes stock of his life, recalling all that he and his family have been through. In the end, despite what he sees as his own limitations, Enzo comes through heroically to preserve the Swift family, holding in his heart the dream that Denny will become a racing champion with Zoë at his side.
A heart-wrenching but deeply funny and ultimately uplifting story of family, love, loyalty, and hope, The Art of Racing in the Rain is a beautifully crafted and captivating look at the wonders and absurdities of human life...as only a dog could tell it.
On the eve of his death, Enzo takes stock of his life, recalling all that he and his family have been through. In the end, despite what he sees as his own limitations, Enzo comes through heroically to preserve the Swift family, holding in his heart the dream that Denny will become a racing champion with Zoë at his side.
A heart-wrenching but deeply funny and ultimately uplifting story of family, love, loyalty, and hope, The Art of Racing in the Rain is a beautifully crafted and captivating look at the wonders and absurdities of human life...as only a dog could tell it.
I love, love, LOVED this book - I could not fault it! So much so that I absolutely devoured it in 2 days and I didn't want it to end.
It was funny, clever, moving, emotional, heart-warming and was told in such a creative way through the eyes of a dog! Enzo the Labrador is the ultimate fly on the wall and is privy to many conversations as his intelligence and ability to understand is underestimated. Through his very educated perspective of the world he tells of the lives of his family and takes us through the good times and the battles.
It made me laugh out aloud and even cry on public transport on the way to/from work and is now definitely on my all-time favourites list as one I will remember for a long time.
Everyone deserves a faithful companion like Enzo!
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