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A review by katieb94
Dog Days by Ericka Waller
emotional
funny
lighthearted
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Thank you to Netgalley and Doubleday for allowing me to read this book in exchange for an honest review.
Be aware there are trigger warnings of grief, self harm, homophobia, domestic abuse and suicide so if you’re not keen on those topics in books I would avoid it. It is a lovely story, with beautiful writing, but it’s always good to be aware of the content.
The book follows three people, George- an elderly man who has recently lost his wife, Dan- a therapist who doesn’t really know who he is, and Lizzie- a woman hiding from reality. We follow them as their lives change for better and worse.
George hates his dog (a sausage dog his wife bought before she died) Dan adores his dog, and Lizzie’s dog isn’t really hers but they have a connection anyway.
I own a dog myself, and I know how much a dog can help mental health so in some areas this book had really relatable moments.
It’s a really well written novel, the writing flows and I liked how it flipped between all the characters. They didn’t have a connection but at some points their lives would intersect.
There were twists, there were shocks, and there was a moment that made me cry.
I really enjoyed this book and I’m definitely looking forward to reading more by this author.
4.5/5 stars.
A brilliant read that shows just how much having a dog can help a person through their darkest days.
Be aware there are trigger warnings of grief, self harm, homophobia, domestic abuse and suicide so if you’re not keen on those topics in books I would avoid it. It is a lovely story, with beautiful writing, but it’s always good to be aware of the content.
The book follows three people, George- an elderly man who has recently lost his wife, Dan- a therapist who doesn’t really know who he is, and Lizzie- a woman hiding from reality. We follow them as their lives change for better and worse.
George hates his dog (a sausage dog his wife bought before she died) Dan adores his dog, and Lizzie’s dog isn’t really hers but they have a connection anyway.
I own a dog myself, and I know how much a dog can help mental health so in some areas this book had really relatable moments.
It’s a really well written novel, the writing flows and I liked how it flipped between all the characters. They didn’t have a connection but at some points their lives would intersect.
There were twists, there were shocks, and there was a moment that made me cry.
I really enjoyed this book and I’m definitely looking forward to reading more by this author.
4.5/5 stars.
A brilliant read that shows just how much having a dog can help a person through their darkest days.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide
Moderate: Self harm, Domestic abuse, and Grief
Minor: Homophobia