Art of Racing in the Rain, The

Enzo, the family dog, learned from TV that dogs are reincarnated as humans when they have learned everything that they need to learn, so as he nears the end of his life Enzo reflects on his life with his owner, Denny, and the lessons he has learned. He begins as a puppy, follows Denny's marriage to Eve, and the birth of their daughter, but when Eve dies from cancer, her parents fight for custody, and Denny and Enzo face the greatest challenge of their life together. This sophisticated novel, for senior grades, provides a unique point of view, and unique insight into the human condition, and focuses on never giving up despite the challenges one must face. Suitable as a class novel or lit circle selection.