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Originally Posted by grimo1re
Hi all,
I need some help. My husband's birthday is coming up and he asked for some fiction books. He's not a big fiction reader, generally prefers non-fiction, but occasionally he really feels like getting lost in a good book. So now I'm trying to figure out what to get him. He's not in the mood for fantasy or sci-fi. He likes Tom Clancy's early work but is not in the mood for that now either. Nor legal thrillers. Can be comedy/funny. He wants something with solid characters he can really get invested in, good character development is paramount.
What are your recommendations?
Thanks guys!
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I've just finished reading The Art of Racing In the Rain. It's available for the Sony Reader and several other formats (and pBook too). If he likes dogs and/or race cars, it might appeal to him.
The story is told from the point of view of the family dog. A very intelligent dog. This makes an interesting plot device: people ignore the dog and he gets to hear all kinds of things they would never say in front of other people, and unburden themselves emotionally to the dog with feelings they can't share with anyone else.
The dog, Enzo, is a philosopher who studies life through documentaries on cable TV and an enthusiasm for auto racing he shares with his master, a semi-professional race car driver.
The story moves quickly. The characters are well drawn. I found the story engrossing. Of course, this is all subjective.
Good luck.