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A Dog's Purpose by W. Bruce Cameron
This book is about to be released as a movie, and the trailer looks a bit sentimental for my tastes. It looks like a movie about sunshine, rainbows and lollipops and all things overly sweet. Here's the trailer: A Dog's Purpose Movie See what I mean?? Looks good, right? (if you are a pre-teen in love with Justin Bieber, fuzzy pink slippers and The Disney Channel!!). Well, the book is sooooo much better! I'm writing this review because, if you love dogs, I really want you to read this book BEFORE you go to the movie. If you love any animals at all, you should read this book. It is a wonderful tribute to dogs, our relationship with our pets, finding a purpose in life, and it's about all sorts of love. The book takes on syrupy sweet subject matter without becoming saccharine. I did cry (a few times, to be honest), but I also laughed out loud! And I came away feeling as though I understood my own dog better than ever. I LOVE this book. Is it in my top 10? No. Is it literary genius? No. Is it one of the best books you will ever read? Probably not. But, this book changed things for me. It changed the way I interact with my pets. It may have even changed my views on life and death. Most importantly, though, it entertained me. I hope it does the same for you. Ms. Gammon
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