The Art of Racing in the Rain

There is this photo that I clicked of myself right after I finished reading the book. I was crying sure but I was so happy. I think that photo alone conveys a lot more than the words I write now.

The Art of Racing in the Rain is a story narrated by a dog, Enzo. He is chosen by Denny, who is a car racer. What happens when Enzo and Denny are joined by others such as Eve, his wife and Zoe, his daughter, how Enzo fits into the equation of this family is the remainder of the story.

This book is very personal to me. I have a dog back home and right now, I am so so far away from him. And ironically, today is his birthday. This book is a reminder to everyone that a dog is not a mere pet but a companion in your ups and downs. Even your pets are impacted by the happenings in your life. And sometimes, it is not a human who would teach us how to live but it can be your dog too.

I would totally recommend this to you if you are an animal lover. This is not a very plot-heavy book but surely a heart-touching one. There are so many lessons you learn from the perspective of a dog. On a side note, if you want to read something that involves an animal, I surely recommend The Yearling.