The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein

NIX PIX-
This is a book that is accessible and will appeal to many. Narrated and told from the dog’s perspective, it has elements of suspense, action, love, major family drama, and deals with life and death in an inspirational manner. While the subject headings say dogs and race car drivers, it is so much more. I loved it and highly recommend to all. Please give yourself a special treat and read this book.

Subjects:
Dogs Fiction.
Automobile racing drivers Fiction.

Summary from book: Enzo, the dog of professional race car driver Denny Swift, recalls the memories of his life and shares his insight into the human condition that he learned from observing his owner.

Lexile Measure: 850

Reviews & Awards
Booklist 03/15/08 Teacher Librarian 02/01/10
Kirkus Review 03/01/08 Wilson's Fiction 03/01/09
Library Journal 04/01/08

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