Do
you talk to your dog? Does your dog talk to you?
Kraus
has created another delightful novel about an insightful dog who
talks. Well, Thurman sort of growls but some people can understand
exactly what he is saying. That would include Wilson Steele. He's an
English professor with a past that includes horrors from Viet Nam.
He'd made such a mess of his life back then that he is convinced God
would never forgive him. He is certain too that he must live in
solitude, not deserving a family.
But
his mother has other ideas. She impulsively adopts a rescue dog. When
the retirement home will not let her keep it, she makes Wilson take
him. She knows he could use the companionship. That is the beginning
of a relationship that changes Wilson's life.
I
thoroughly enjoyed this novel. It is an entertaining novel about
character transformation and healing. Kraus has woven together the
lives of several people who need a touch of love and a gentle push in
the right direction. Thurman is the dog for the job. He knows exactly
the right phrase to growl (or say) to move people toward the place
where God can heal them.
This
is a great book for dog lovers. It's great for people who like to
read novels showing how God works events to bring people the healing
they need and the relationships that enrich them. That God uses a dog
is a fun and rewarding aspect of the novel.
My
rating: 5/5 stars
Jim
Kraus has authored or co-authored more than twenty books. He and his
wife live in the Chicago area. You can find out more at
www.jimkraus.com.
FaithWords,
323 pages.
I
received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher for the
purpose of an independent and honest review.
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