A review by jess_mango
All Creatures Great and Small by James Herriot

4.0

I've read a lot of hard-hitting books this month so was total up for something with a cozier, more heartwarming feel. All Creatures Great and Small was perfect for that. This memoir of a veterinarian starting his career in rural UK was perfect. The book has recently been made into a TV series so they've issued new editions of the audiobook, which I had the pleasure of listening to these past few day. The book is narrated by Nicholas Ralph, the actor who plays the lead role in the TV series. He brought a warmth and a depth to the portrayal of James Herriot.

I had not previously read Herriot's books though they had been on my reading radar for awhile. So, when I saw that the audiobook was available for review, I leapt at the chance. In this first volume, Herriot is fresh out of Veterinarian school and is working for established vet Siegfreid Farnon. The two make house calls to help the locals with their livestock and house pets. There is a lot of calving and mending of wounds, but through it all, Herriot writes personably and has an undeniable knack for storytelling.

Now, on to book 2: [b:All Things Bright and Beautiful|38743|All Things Bright and Beautiful (All Creatures Great and Small)|James Herriot|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1388197805l/38743._SX50_.jpg|2752234]!

Thank you to the Macmillan Audio for the audiobook in exchange for my honest review!