Racing

[Amy]

Have you read many books on racing?

[Hayley]

The only thing that comes to mind is The Art of Racing in the Rain.

[Amy]

Hayley wrote: "The only thing that comes to mind is The Art of Racing in the Rain."

I haven't heard of that, I'll have to check it out! Thanks :)

[Katie]

Well I've read 3 ;)

[Hayley]

The Art of Racing in the Rain is told from the perspective of car racer's dog. It's actually quite philosophical - car racing being a metaphor for life itself.

[Amy]

Katie wrote: "Well I've read 3 ;)"

:D Ah, I love you girl!

[Amy]

Hayley wrote: "The Art of Racing in the Rain is told from the perspective of car racer's dog. It's actually quite philosophical - car racing being a metaphor for life itself."

Is it 'heavy'?? It sounds really good.

[Hayley]

No, not really heavy. By philosophical I mean there are some pretty good Book Club type discussions. It's touching. Some people I know have absolutely loved it. I liked it but I actually found the parts about actually car racing rather dull, but that's just not my interest. The racer's life and relationships (including the one with his dog) were really good.

[Amy]

Hayley wrote: "No, not really heavy. By philosophical I mean there are some pretty good Book Club type discussions. It's touching. Some people I know have absolutely loved it. I liked it but I actually found ..."

I have a really hard time with animal books (or movies). I'm the weirdo that can't even watch Disney animal movies. I think having seen Old Yeller as a child scarred me for life! lol