Mix the adrenaline rush of a competitive race car driver with a love story; the humour and practicality of day to day busy family life with a heart rending tug of love story; and you have the framework for a pretty good read.Tell it all from the point of view of the beloved and loyal Enzo, who just happens to be the family dog, and you have something truly extraordinary. This is The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein. Enzo knows that he’s not human, but he is part of the family – and more than that, the wisest part who knows when to be a companion, when to play and when to bring people together.
Detailing the skills involved in racing a speeding metal box around a wet track with the way life can often race out of control, and how everyone regained control for the poignant conclusion made this book a gentle but fascinating read. It's not one of those books about which there has been a lot of noise or publicity, but sometimes these hidden gems are the best. Recommended.
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