3. A Dog's Purpose by W. Bruce Cameron
Prompt: book you meant to read in 2017
This is the remarkable story of one endearing dog's search for his purpose over the course of several lives. More than just another charming dog story, this touches on the universal quest for an answer to life's most basic question: Why are we here?
Surprised to find himself reborn as a rambunctious golden haired puppy after a tragically short life as a stray mutt, Bailey's search for his new life's meaning leads him into the loving arms of 8 year old Ethan. During their countless adventures Bailey joyously discovers how to be a good dog. But this life as a beloved family pet is not the end of Bailey's journey. Reborn as a puppy yet again, Bailey wonders, will he ever find his purpose?
Heartwarming, insightful, and often laugh out loud funny, this book is not only the emotional and hilarious story of a dog's many lives, but also a dog's eye commentary on human relationships and the unbreakable bonds between man and man's best friend. This story teaches us that love never dies, that our true friends are always with us, and that every creature on earth is born with a purpose.
My Review:
Almost everyone is familiar with the saying that a cat has nine lives. The same sort of thing goes on in this story and its sequel. The story is told from the perspective of a dog living out its lives (different dog, but same soul each time it is reborn). Some of his lives are shorter than others, as well as some owners are better than others. In this story, he portrays four lives, but the majority of the time, he's known as Bailey.
A Dog's Purpose is a heart-felt tale about man's best friend. It dwells on the love, loyalty, and affection a dog has for his owner(s). He searches for his purpose in life, as humans do, and discovers that I really do believe that people are put in our lives for a reason and maybe dogs are too. I loved how the author really dug into the mind of a dog to somewhat discover what dogs feel and how they respond to the world around them.
This book is perfect for anybody, young or old, whether you have a dog or not. It goes through the ups and downs of life, for people and dogs alike. It can be emotional at times, but shows how love persists through anything. I like how the author intertwined the owner's lives, as they age, etc. This is more evident in the sequel, A Dog's Journey, which just happens to be the next book review I'm doing.
Happy Reading and Keep on Writing!
~Meg~
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