My Book Review of The Art of Racing in the Rain

I've been putting off writing this book review of the art of racing in the rain because I knew I'd have to relive some of those tear-jerker moments Garth Stein captured so perfectly. If you haven't picked this one up yet, you should probably know right away that it's narrated by a dog. Now, I know what you might be thinking—"Oh, another talking animal book?" But hold on. This isn't some cheesy, cartoonish story. Enzo, the dog in question, is one of the most soulful, observant, and deeply human characters I've encountered in a long time. ...

May 24, 2026 · 7 min · Sabine Irani