Racing in the Rain: My Life as a Dog by Garth Stein

Racing in the Rain: My Life as a Dog

Garth Stein

278 pages first pub 2011 (editions)

fiction middle grade emotional medium-paced
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Description

A dog decides that when he dies and returns to earth as a man, he will model his behavior after his beloved owner, a race car driver. Includes interview with author.

Community Reviews Summary of 357 reviews

Moods

emotional 87%
hopeful 62%
sad 62%
adventurous 37%
funny 37%
relaxing 37%
inspiring 25%
reflective 25%
challenging 12%
dark 12%
lighthearted 12%
tense 12%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 57% | Character: 42%

Strong character development?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 14%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 40% | It's complicated: 40% | Yes: 20%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 60% | Yes: 40%

Average rating

4.2

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