“Fans of Marley & Me, rejoice.” - Entertainment Weekly “Splendid.” - People (3 ½ out of 4 stars) “One of those stories that may earn its place next to Richard Bach’s Jonathan Livingston Seagull, Paulo Coelho’s The Alchemist, and Yann Martel’s Life of Pi.” - Portland Oregonian

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.Ī 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: the sacrifices Denny has made to succeed professionally the unexpected loss of Eve, Denny’s wife the three-year battle over their daughter, Zoë, whose maternal grandparents pulled every string to gain custody.

Using the techniques needed on the race track, one can successfully navigate all of life’s ordeals. Through Denny, Enzo has gained tremendous insight into the human condition, and he sees that life, like racing, isn’t simply about going fast. I loved this book.” -Sara GruenĮnzo 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. “This old soul of a dog has much to teach us about being human. “It’s impossible not to love Enzo.” - Minneapolis Star Tribune 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 “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. The 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.

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