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michelle129's review against another edition
5.0
it says on goodreads this book has 199 pages when in fact it has 381 which im glad about this was such a beautiful story from Percys perspective
laurataylor's review
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Abandonment, Death of parent, Infidelity, Animal cruelty, Miscarriage, Pregnancy, Chronic illness, and Medical content
sarahs_bookish_life's review
4.0
I couldn’t resist buying this when I saw it on the shelves in my local supermarket. I’m not usually a love of pug breeds but I have to admit that adorable little face on the cover really pulled on my heart strings and I knew I had to give the book a home.
The story is one that can certainly be enjoyed by young adults and adults a like. Told from the point of view of Percy himself, it makes for an entertaining read.
Sadly as to often happens, Percy’s owner after three years decides to up and leave and Percy is not part of his future plans so he finds himself in a shelter with an uncertain future. That is until Gail and her family come along to offer him a loving home.
Gail I had so much empathy for. She has moved to be closer to the hospital that can give her daughter the best treatment for her heart condition but is feeling isolated as it’s Simon’s home town and not hers. The stress is coming between both adults as there concerns for their daughters health grows.
I’ve always been a believer that dogs are very perceptive and pick up on things and understand more than we think and this is very true of Percy. Some things are slightly far fetched where Percy is concerned like him tidying the house to help his owners out but do you know what? That’s why its called fiction. It certainly made me look at my dog and think why can’t you do that!
The love that Percy brings to that home is just heart melting. I was just as concerned over Jenny as the rest of the family were and I was praying that by the end things turned around for her. If you want to know if they do then you need to read it for yourself.
A Pug Like Percy is a wonderful story that will certainly appeal to dog lovers of most ages. It made me laugh, smile, worry, basically go through a whole array of emotions. A lovely light hearted read that has a deeper meaning.
The story is one that can certainly be enjoyed by young adults and adults a like. Told from the point of view of Percy himself, it makes for an entertaining read.
Sadly as to often happens, Percy’s owner after three years decides to up and leave and Percy is not part of his future plans so he finds himself in a shelter with an uncertain future. That is until Gail and her family come along to offer him a loving home.
Gail I had so much empathy for. She has moved to be closer to the hospital that can give her daughter the best treatment for her heart condition but is feeling isolated as it’s Simon’s home town and not hers. The stress is coming between both adults as there concerns for their daughters health grows.
I’ve always been a believer that dogs are very perceptive and pick up on things and understand more than we think and this is very true of Percy. Some things are slightly far fetched where Percy is concerned like him tidying the house to help his owners out but do you know what? That’s why its called fiction. It certainly made me look at my dog and think why can’t you do that!
The love that Percy brings to that home is just heart melting. I was just as concerned over Jenny as the rest of the family were and I was praying that by the end things turned around for her. If you want to know if they do then you need to read it for yourself.
A Pug Like Percy is a wonderful story that will certainly appeal to dog lovers of most ages. It made me laugh, smile, worry, basically go through a whole array of emotions. A lovely light hearted read that has a deeper meaning.
spellygirl's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Really liked this one. Unrealistic, but cozy and heartwarming.
shubba_the_emoreader's review
A Pug Like Percy is the first book I have managed to finished since August! It was such a cute, magical and wonderful read that left me feeling all warm and fuzzy inside.
A Pug Like Percy follows the adorable Percy. He is left at the rescue centre by his owner. Having no idea why his owner, that he loved had abandoned him. He was giving up hope until he meets Gail. And they form an instant Bond. Soon the Pug has a new family but with Jenny being in and out of hospital and Gail and Simon's marriage on the rocks can little Percy the dog be the Christmas miracle they need to hold them all together?
I have never read a book written from a dogs point of view. It was interesting and delightful. It reminded me of the movie "The Secret Life of Pets" a little bit. I adored Percy from the get go. Why? Because he's a freaking PUG!! A Pug. Have you seen how cute those dogs are?
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