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The Art of Racing in the Rain
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Start date
November 24, 2010
Finish date
November 25, 2010
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It was haunting, touching, and who is to say it can't happen! I give it 5 *…more

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Devin O'Branagan
Jul 25, 2010 rated it it was amazing
This is a wonderful novel told from the perspective of a magnificent dog named Enzo. Enzo is a philosopher who expects to be reincarnated as a man, believes in karma, sees how energy follows thought, and above all, is capable of profound love. He understands everything he hears, and decides the only thing separating dogs from humans is an opposable thumb and the ability to speak. He knows that what connects dogs and humans are their hearts. Enzo has a wonderful heart.

Enzo passionately loves his
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Sandra O'Briant
Sep 26, 2012 rated it liked it
Enjoyed this book from a dog's POV. Really got to know the humans he took care of. A friend lent it to me after passing it on to a few people before I got it. Not only was it well-thumbed, but it had been left in the rain. Made it cozier. ...more
Kate
Jul 26, 2012 rated it it was amazing
I don't know why I never wrote a review for this book, but maybe because I love it so much I don't know what to say! I LOVED this book. It is so unique, so wrought with emotion, I could not put it down. Kudos, Garth Stein! ...more
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