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A review by astrireads
The Second-Smartest Dog That Ever Lived by Will Pass
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
slow-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
As a veterinarian, I've always wanted to know what the animals around me are thinking and saying, and "The Second Smartest Dog That Ever Lived" brilliantly satisfies this curiosity. The book, featuring two dogs, Leo and Shakespeare, offers a glimpse into the world from a dog's perspective through their adventures and mishaps.
Leo and Shakespeare's personalities are captured through their conversations, which are filled with humor. As they navigate the world, along with other animals as additional characters, their thoughts, feelings, and interpretations of human behaviour are amusing to read. Their interactions with other animals and the humans feel incredibly spot-on and I found myself thinking that it's exactly how they would see things.
What I didn’t expect to find in this book was its sci-fi element, but it was combined into the narrative seamlessly. The vivid descriptions pulled me into the dogs' shoes - or paws!, - making me feel a part of their journey.
Overall, "The Second Smartest Dog That Ever Lived" is a heartwarming and delightful read for anyone who loves dogs or has ever wondered what their pets are thinking!
Thank you to NetGalley and Thiessen Press for giving me the e-ARC!
Leo and Shakespeare's personalities are captured through their conversations, which are filled with humor. As they navigate the world, along with other animals as additional characters, their thoughts, feelings, and interpretations of human behaviour are amusing to read. Their interactions with other animals and the humans feel incredibly spot-on and I found myself thinking that it's exactly how they would see things.
What I didn’t expect to find in this book was its sci-fi element, but it was combined into the narrative seamlessly. The vivid descriptions pulled me into the dogs' shoes - or paws!, - making me feel a part of their journey.
Overall, "The Second Smartest Dog That Ever Lived" is a heartwarming and delightful read for anyone who loves dogs or has ever wondered what their pets are thinking!
Thank you to NetGalley and Thiessen Press for giving me the e-ARC!