Now a family friendly major motion picture from Fox 2000 Studios—featuring Milo Ventimiglia, Amanda Seyfried, and Kevin Costner as the voice of Enzo the dog!
In this young readers’ edition of the New York Times bestselling adult novel The Art of Racing in the Rain, meet one funny mutt—Enzo, the lovable dog who tells this story.
Enzo knows he is different from other dogs. Most dogs love to chase cars, but Enzo longs to race them.
He learns about racing and the world around him by watching TV and by listening to the words of his best friend, Denny, an up-and-coming race car driver, and Denny's daughter, Zoë, his constant companion. Enzo finds that life is just like being on the racetrack—it isn't simply about going fast.
Applying the rules of racing to his world, Enzo takes on his family's challenges and emerges a hero. In the end, Enzo holds in his heart the dream that Denny will go on to be a racing champion with his daughter by his side.
For theirs is an extraordinary friendship—one that reminds us all to celebrate the triumph of the human (and canine) spirit.
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"From time to time great readings come from simple stories. I am a dog lover and really loved the way Garth approaches the soul of these great creatures. Also the drama about the love of a father touched me deep inside. Thanks to Garth and whom ever put this book into my hands."
— Gabriel (4 out of 5 stars)
“If you had a tail, Racing in the Rain would make you wag.”
— Barnes & Noble, editorial review“Older middle-grade to young-adult readers will not be able to put down this book.”
— Children’s Literature" So good. Got Kleenex? "
— Cheryl, 2/12/2014" This book is so heart-warming. From Enzo the dog's perspective you laugh, hate the Twins, feel terrible for Denny, and cry when the end finally comes. It was a fast book, but now I will definitely look at my dog differently. "
— Cece, 2/1/2014" Loved this book. Bawled my eyes out through large chunks of it, but loved it anyway. Well written and definitely pulls at the heart strings. "
— Caitlin, 1/25/2014" I just re-read this and was again so enthralled with Enzo. "
— Evelynm, 1/20/2014" I just loved this book- a friend gave it to me and said read it a long while ago...i needed a book for the train and am I glad I read it. Life, philosophy, family, racing and an amazing dog...read it! "
— Ann, 1/14/2014" Fabulous! Made me really think about the importance of life. "
— Jess, 12/27/2013" I really enjoyed this. I will likely read it again "
— Jon, 12/27/2013" It has been a few years since I read this book, but it left such an impression on me that in 2013, I remember much detail about this very well written book. I highly recommend this non typical book. "
— S., 12/26/2013" Loved this sweet story written from the perspective of the dog. A great read for those of us that cherish our four legged friends. "
— Melissa, 12/7/2013" Disappointed in this book because women and girls are only used as plot devices to help the male protagonist overcome obstacles and achieve success & fame. Male dog lists actors he looks up to, none of them female. Friends come to help out protagonist when in need, none of them female. "
— Dina, 12/5/2013" One of my favourite books! I lost my two dogs, and both my parents to cancer in the last two years. A friend loaned me this book and said I had to read it. I put it off for ages because I thought it would be too sad, but in fact, it was just what I needed! "
— Sarah, 11/16/2013" I thought this book was going to be a really light-hearted book from the dog's point of view, but it was a lot more. I love this dog, and the story stayed with me for a while. Definitely worth the read. "
— Becky, 10/3/2013" Good read-sad though. I don't usually re-read books, but this one was worth the effort. "
— Dori, 9/27/2013" I thought this book was so sweet and I cried since it was so sweet! Loved it! "
— Sheridan, 9/1/2013" I didn't think I would like a book told in a Dog's voice but I enjoyed it. It was whimsical and yet a good story also. "
— Pam, 7/7/2013" Made me cry like a fucking three year old "
— Peter, 6/11/2013" What a wonderful read - made me laugh out loud! "
— Moneek, 1/21/2013" Never expected to be so moved. Knew I would like it, but worth the time to read. "
— Heather, 1/16/2013" I absolutely LOVED this book. An interesting Point of View through the dog's eyes. "
— Katy, 11/12/2012" Sweet story. The many racing analogies became redundant after a while, which may be due to my lack of racing knowledge. But, cute, touching story. "
— Tifani, 7/14/2012" Absolutely loved this book! I hadn't expected to be so moved. A well crafted narrative tells a gripping story, with emphasis on the dog's point of view. Simply brilliant. "
— Jennifer, 3/17/2012" cool story about a guy and his dog it was a nice book "
— Owen, 2/20/2012" Great book. The title made me a little Leery but ended up being a diamond in the rough. A book about a dog who tells you his life story. In a witty, humorous, sad & wonderful way... "
— Brian_From_Neenah, 12/17/2011" Great book. I am a dog lover & love a great story. Definitely recommend it! "
— Denise, 9/12/2011" Sad...happy...I loved the story and I especially loved Enzo "
— Adam, 6/17/2011" Beautiful. I cried, its just so amazing. No words to describe it. "
— Jessica, 5/22/2011" Loved it, not as much as "A Dog's Purpose" but it was still really good, it went too fast. (Ha!) "
— Lisa, 5/21/2011" Not what I expected. I don't think I'll look at my dog the same way again. An excellent read but be prepared for a good cry. "
— Colette, 5/21/2011" This is one of the best books I read so far this year. The only thing I recommend is not to read much of it in a public place, because crying ensued on the train and it was embarassing. "
— Lisa, 5/20/2011" The overall story was sweet, but the writing was very boring to me. For me, the story dragged on forever and didn't get interesting until the end. However, there was a lot written about cars and racing which I have zero interest in, so that could have been it. Glad I am done reading this one. "
— Ingrid, 5/20/2011" I really liked the style in which this book was written from the dogs perspective. "
— Julie, 5/20/2011" I liked the writing but thought the story moved along pretty slowly. "
— Shelley, 5/20/2011" This was a sweet story, but it was written from teh perspective of a dog so I think you would have to be an animal lover to really enjoy it... "
— Deana, 5/20/2011" I loved this book, have read it once and plan on reading it again. A very moving story. "
— Bob, 5/19/2011" It was good, but sad. I cried at the end even though I knew up-front what is going to happen. "
— Sue, 5/19/2011" A must read for any dog lover! It moved me to tears! "
— Joan, 5/19/2011Garth Stein is the author of the New York Times bestselling novel The Art of Racing in the Rain, published in thirty-five languages. He is also the author of the novels How Evan Broke His Head and Other Secrets and Raven Stole the Moon. He lives in Seattle with his family.
Henry Leyva, an Earphones Award-winning narrator, is a classically trained actor with extensive work in theater, television, film, and radio. He has appeared off Broadway and in regional theaters across the country in many plays, including Romeo and Juliet, Taming of the Shrew, and Street Car Named Desire. He has also performed in audio dramas for the Syfy Channel and National Public Radio