The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein features an odd and extraordinary narrator, Enzo the dog. You have to buy into the premise of reading a book from the dog's point of view, but once you do, it's quite a remarkable read. It is Enzo's belief that once you have lived your lifetimes as a dog, you will finally return as a man. He learns from his owner, race car diver Denny Swift, that going fast in life is not nearly as important as learning to navigate the course. The story follows Enzo from his adoption as a pup, through hanging out with Denny and then becoming a family dog, into the wisdom of his old age. I was surprised by how funny the book is without being silly, and the sensitivity and understanding shown by Enzo felt like it could really be what's going on inside a dog's mind. Of course I recommend it for pet lovers, but I think the book can be enjoyed by anyone.
Just for fun, here's a picture of my little dog Nina at the peak of her education - Pet Smart graduation!
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