The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein

The Locale: Kristine's

The Book: Enzo knows he is different from other dogs: a philosopher with a nearly human soul (and an obsession with opposable thumbs), he has educated himself by watching television extensively, and by listening very closely to the words of his master, Denny Swift, an up-and-coming race car driver. Through Denny, Enzo has gained tremendous insight into the human condition, and he sees that life, like racing, isn’t simply about going fast. Using the techniques needed on the race track, one can successfully navigate all of life’s ordeals.
http://www.garthstein.com/works/the-art-of-racing-in-the-rain/

Sarah's Summary:  We had a fantastic meeting yesterday. Thanks for the yummy food, Kristine, including the bone-shaped brownies and ice cream. The race cars on the table were adorable- very thoughtful presentation! We sure missed having Tassy, Carmen and Lori there.

The book was fun to discuss, especially as most of us liked it. Some of us more than we thought we would; others less than we thought we would. Though the storyline of Denny and his troubles was not a hit and felt cliché, having the narration from the dog's point of view worked for most of us. One of those books I would have never read- this is why I love this book club!!

Which brings me to our selections from Tassy. For the first time in the 10-year history of the DOTY book club, we had a 3-way tie!! After everyone present voted on the book they did not want to read (Girl with Gun), we re-voted and selected Did You Ever Have a Family by Bill Clegg. Tassy, we probably won't be meeting until April because of Spring Break. You can let us know what date works best for you at our next meeting.

We'll meet at Brandy's on February 21st to discuss The Martian by Andy Weir. Carmen is next to present. Please send those selections around the week before we meet.

Happy reading!

The Vote: Tassy presented...

• Girl Waits With Gun by Amy Stewart 
• The Strangler Vine by MJ Carter 
• Did You Ever Have a Family by Bill Clegg WINS!! 

Meeting date TBD, in April.

Up Next: The Martian by Andy Weir at Brandy's on February 21st

Next to Present: Carmen

Then:

• Susan 
• Brenda 
• Lori 
• Gina 
• Sarah
• Jessica
• Kristine
• Tassy