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The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein

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Summary

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.

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  • Vicente S.
    •September 9, 2023 at 4:26 pm
    The first four hours of this audiobook are absolutely fantastic. It's a mix of sadness and beauty that is truly captivating. The dog's philosophical and somewhat melancholy thoughts, which almost make it seem human, are refreshing and incredibly brilliant. You can't help but be moved by the emotional impact. However, things take a turn when a major and despicable plot element is introduced. This element completely takes over the story and almost ruined the entire experience for me. I was so frustrated with the book that I had to take a break from reading for weeks. I was genuinely angry and couldn't find any enjoyment in continuing. It went from making me feel a mix of sadness and joy, to pushing me to finish it out of sheer determination. I didn't like that at all. I think that with a second read, my initial strong negative feelings may soften and I could fall in love with it all over again. But for now, immediately after finishing the book, this is how I feel. Even though the ending was great, it didn't do much to lessen my frustration. The narration, on the other hand, is superb. Christopher Evan Welch's performance is so convincing, it almost feels like he was a dog in a past life. So, I suppose the fact that I disliked the direction the story took so much is partly because I loved this unique book so intensely.
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  • Dorsey D.
    •September 9, 2023 at 10:25 am
    After a few minutes of starting this audiobook, I had a twinge of regret about buying it. The story revolves around a rather cantankerous dog who has quite the foul mouth... I felt it would have been more suitable and appealing to a younger audience if the excessive use of profanity, particularly the f-word, had been toned down a bit (I really hope my own dog doesn't have such a potty mouth in his thoughts!!). However, a couple of hours into the book, I started feeling more at ease and began to appreciate the drama unfolding. It kept me engaged, constantly wondering what would happen next. Towards the end, though, there was an unexpected twist involving Stephen Hawking's voice device, which, in my personal opinion, detracted from the overall impact of the book. Despite this, I did manage to finish listening to it yesterday, and I must confess, I even found enjoyment in the conclusion. So, to summarize, while this may not be the greatest book about a dog's life, it can still provide entertainment, especially if you listen to it while taking your own furry companion for a walk!
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