A Dog's Purpose by W. Bruce Cameron - Restarting October 8th 2017

[Abby]

This is the remarkable story of one endearing dog's search for his purpose over the course of several lives. More than just another charming dog story, this touches on the universal quest for an answer to life's most basic question: Why are we here?

Surprised to find himself reborn as a rambunctious golden haired puppy after a tragically short life as a stray mutt, Bailey's search for his new life's meaning leads him into the loving arms of 8 year old Ethan. During their countless adventures Bailey joyously discovers how to be a good dog. But this life as a beloved family pet is not the end of Bailey's journey. Reborn as a puppy yet again, Bailey wonders, will he ever find his purpose?

Heartwarming, insightful, and often laugh out loud funny, this book is not only the emotional and hilarious story of a dog's many lives, but also a dog's eye commentary on human relationships and the unbreakable bonds between man and man's best friend. This story teaches us that love never dies, that our true friends are always with us, and that every creature on earth is born with a purpose.

[Abby]

Started a bit early.

Chapter 7: (view spoiler)[Best reincarnation yet! Bailey clearly has a great home. (hide spoiler)]

[Abby]

Chapter 15: (view spoiler)[Todd gives me so much rage. Who the hell sets somebody's house on fire like that for no reason?! (hide spoiler)]

[Abby]

Chapter 24: (view spoiler)[Yay, Ellie! Knew she had it in her to do another find. (hide spoiler)]

[Abby]

Finished: (view spoiler)[It makes my heart so happy that Bailey found Ethan again. (hide spoiler)]

[Haley]

Abby wrote: "Started a bit early.

Chapter 7: [spoilers removed]"

(view spoiler)[ I'm really loving this book. This is definitely the best reincarnation compared to the last one! His relationship with Ethan is just dang cute. (hide spoiler)]

[Haley]

Abby wrote: "Chapter 15: [spoilers removed]"

(view spoiler)[ I agree!!! I really dislike Todd and how he can just do that and not expect any consequences I have no idea. Bailey is definitely smarter than an average dog. Poor Ethan now can't even pursue in football. (hide spoiler)]

[Haley]

Abby wrote: "Chapter 24: [spoilers removed]"

(view spoiler)[ I'm loving this reincarnation! The dog is now a she and is called Ellie. She's a search boy and almost lost her scent, but thank goodness she had another search and find in her! (hide spoiler)]

[Haley]

finished (view spoiler)[ I almost cried at the ending because it was so sweet. Bailey/Buddy deserves all the love he can get and the beginning of this reincarnation was not looking too great for him until he found Ethan again. (hide spoiler)]

[Abi]

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Reading from the 5th of September 2017

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[c]

I'll join!!

[Abi]

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Reading from the 8th of October 2017

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[Maddie]

Starting this one tomorrow :)

[Maddie]

Starting :)

Naw is this from a dog's POV??

[Maddie]

Chapter 1 (view spoiler)[Love the start of this one :D (hide spoiler)]

[Maddie]

Chapter 2 (view spoiler)[Naw he left his favourite place :( (hide spoiler)]

[Maddie]

Chapter 3 (view spoiler)[Yay he's back :D Hopefully it's okay!

Sister! (hide spoiler)]

[Maddie]

Chapter 4 (view spoiler)[Spike sounds so scary! (hide spoiler)]

[Maddie]

Chapter 10 (view spoiler)[So a whole bunch of stuff happened! He died somehow (I suppose?) and then was reborn into a new body! So pleased he escaped from those cages, but I can't believe that drunk guy would leave him in the car, and I'm so pleased that Ethan's mummy found him! I love how he knows to do the tricks to get treats, but he doesn't actually know what they mean XD And the drowning thing is so cute!

I also find it real interesting that he never talks to other dogs.
We only have speaking from the humans. (hide spoiler)]

[Maddie]

Chapter 15 (view spoiler)[I can't believe Todd would actually set their house on fire!!!!!!!!! What the f***! (hide spoiler)]

Probably giving this 5 stars. It's so amazing and unique.

[Maddie]

Chapter 17 (view spoiler)[Naw he died again :( I'm so pleased that he held on for Ethan! Lol he's a girl

Ah he's a police dog now! Is it weird I still picture him as a boy? (hide spoiler)]

[Maddie]

Chapter 22 (view spoiler)[Oh no he lost Jacob and is living with Maya now! But I'm pleased that she'd so determined to lose weight. How'd she become a police officer in the first place if she isn't fit? Just wondering... I can't wait for her and Al to get together! I loved Ethan and Hannah!
(hide spoiler)] I'm definitely going to watch this movie.

[Maddie]

Finished! (view spoiler)[I have to admit that I cried when Ellie died :( And I was seriously worried that when Victor or whatever his name is took him in the trunk that he was going to shoot him, and that then he'd be born again. But I loved that ending! Just so sad Hannah wasn't there too :( (hide spoiler)]

[Jamie]

Ch 4 (view spoiler)[ THis is goign to be a roller coaster read, isn't it. Cute and fun at first and that was so sad. WE have lots of strays in our neighborhood. Heartbreaking. . (hide spoiler)]

[Maddie]

It is a sad one!

[Jamie]

Ch 11 (view spoiler)[I love how he "saves" the boy. ANd oh what this dog is proud of, LOL! SO realistic thinking of my dog (hide spoiler)]

[Maddie]

I love it XD

[Maddie]

Btw just randomly posting my blog :p Needs people

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[Jamie]

Maddison wrote: "Btw just randomly posting my blog :p Needs people

https://thatreadhead1.wordpress.com/"

'Grats on starting a blog :)

[Maddie]

Thanks :D Mind checking it out?

[Jamie]

Will do :)

[Maddie]

Yay you're the best!