Marley & Me by John Grogan

[Kirstykat]

This is a FANTASTIC book - regardless of whether or not you are a Canine fan. I laughed, I cried, I wept and I smiled and everything in between.

I don't dislike dogs, but I am more of a Cat Person. This book reminded me of why I am an Animal Lover and why I loved my childhood dog so very much.

This is a true story of a journalist and his wife and the puppy that they bought. A Labrador Retriever, they thought that he would be easy to train and an easy, loveable family pet. The second half could not be more true. He is a clumsy, loveable oaf and the 'adventures' that the family have with this happy, spirited dog and the situations they all come across and find themselves in make you want to rush out and find him - not just any dog - HIM!!

Apparently, there will be a film of this book released this year and I hope that it will do it justice.

Be prepared for tears as well as laughter, though.

Enjoy!!

Kirsty.:readingtwo:

[madcow]

I read this last year, one of my top reads, and loved it Yes it was a tearjerker but also very very funny. Don't think I could watch the film though it would leave me crying for a week! We have a labrador who is very much like Marley in every aspect. I know Kat read most of it but couldn't carry on when it reached a certain point!

[supergran71]

I read this book last year and loved it. I thought I had mentioned it at the time!!?? I have had 2 labradors in my time, the first was a lot like Marley and the second was completely adorable and biddable and even the vet cried when he had to put him to sleep. Although it is now 10 years since I lost him, I still cry when I think of his last day. Both dogs died in my arms and so peacefully it makes me wonder why we dont let humans go that way.

I wish I could have another labrador, but they are too strong and would send me flying now that I am in my 70s. I never walk past one in the street and get thoroughly licked and greeted when I say hello to them. Adorable wonderful dogs.

[kitty_kitty]

I still have this book to read but i will have to read it when i am off as i can see myself roaring crying on the way to work

[bookworm44]

I'm so excited this book is finally coming out in paperback. I feel like I've been waiting forever to read this book.

[megan]

I picked this up at the library yesterday. I'm on page 51 and already have cried. But it is very good so far

[Liz]

My sister has been reading this book and she really likes it, which must be a good sign as she doesn't usually enjoy this style of book.