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A review by cher_n_books
The Labrador Pact by Matt Haig
3.0
3.5 stars - It was really good.
The book opens with the narrator, a Labrador named Prince, preparing to be euthanized. I was incredibly close to DNF'ing the book right then and there, but I'm thankful I stuck with it. Prince tells the story of how he came to be on death row, which was a result of following the "Labrador Pact", which is what he abides by to protect and keep his human family together.
Fans of Shakespeare will appreciate the nod to Henry IV which is mirrored in the relationship between Prince and his pleasure seeking friend, Falstaff.
I enjoyed hearing the story through a dog's eyes (and nose of course). The author used this interesting perspective to examine relationships, loyalty, duty, honor and the binds that tie families together in a wry and endearing manner.
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Favorite Quote: Whereas dogs can learn to suppress their instincts, for humans there is no hope.
First Sentence: Dogs like to talk.
The book opens with the narrator, a Labrador named Prince, preparing to be euthanized. I was incredibly close to DNF'ing the book right then and there, but I'm thankful I stuck with it. Prince tells the story of how he came to be on death row, which was a result of following the "Labrador Pact", which is what he abides by to protect and keep his human family together.
Fans of Shakespeare will appreciate the nod to Henry IV which is mirrored in the relationship between Prince and his pleasure seeking friend, Falstaff.
I enjoyed hearing the story through a dog's eyes (and nose of course). The author used this interesting perspective to examine relationships, loyalty, duty, honor and the binds that tie families together in a wry and endearing manner.
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Favorite Quote: Whereas dogs can learn to suppress their instincts, for humans there is no hope.
First Sentence: Dogs like to talk.