The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein

The Art of Racing in the Rain

Garth Stein

336 pages • first pub 2008 (editions)

fiction contemporary emotional hopeful sad medium-paced

Description

Meet Enzo, the unforgettable narrator of this bittersweet and transformative story of family, love, loyalty, and hope. On the eve of his death, the wise canine takes stock of his life, recalling the sacrifices, the unexpected losses, the battle...

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Moods

emotional 91%
sad 62%
hopeful 45%
inspiring 43%
reflective 43%
funny 34%
adventurous 22%
lighthearted 16%
challenging 10%
tense 9%
dark 5%
relaxing 4%
informative 3%

Pace

medium 65%
fast 25%
slow 8%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 40% | A mix: 39% | Plot: 19%

Strong character development?

Yes: 66% | No: 17% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 87% | It's complicated: 8% | No: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 56% | Yes: 24% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 39% | Yes: 34% | It's complicated: 22% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

4.13

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