The Art of Racing in the Rain

By Garth Stein

A dog with a philosopher's soul seeks to reunite a fractured family.

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321 pages· 69,306 words

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Enzo, a wise and introspective dog, faces the end of his life with a mission: to mend the rift in his beloved family. As a custody battle over young Zoe threatens to tear them apart, Enzo's unique perspective and unwavering loyalty may be the key to healing. Can this old soul guide them back to love and unity before it's too late? Discover the heartwarming journey of a dog who teaches us what it truly means to be human.

From the publisher

NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE FROM FOX 2000 STARRING MILO VENTIMIGLIA, AMANDA SEYFRIED, AND KEVIN COSTNERMEET THE DOG WHO WILL SHOW THE WORLD HOW TO BE HUMANThe 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 . . . as only a dog could tell it.”Splendid.” –People”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. 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 “It’s impossible not to love Enzo.” –Minneapolis Star Tribune “This old soul of a dog has much to teach us about being human. I loved this book.” –Sara Gruen

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