The Arroyo Book Club will be reading The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein in September. In this
book Enzo, a dog, reflects on his life as he reaches its end. He recalls all that he and his family have
been through. Since I have yet to read
the book let me provide you with The Library Journal’s Review…
Enzo narrates his life story, beginning with his impending
death. Enzo's not afraid of dying, as he's seen a television documentary on the
Mongolian belief that a good dog will reincarnate as a man. Yes, Enzo is a dog.
And he belongs to Denny: husband, father, customer service technician. Denny's
dream is to be a professional race-car driver, and Enzo recounts the triumphs
and tragedies--medical, financial, and legal--they share in this quest, the dangers
of the racetrack being the least of their obstacles. Enzo ultimately teaches
Denny and the reader that persistence and joie de vivre will see them through
to the checkered flag. Stein (Raven Stole the Moon) creates a patient, wise,
and doggish narrator that is more than just fluff and collar.
