Dog Days: A big-hearted, tender, funny novel about new beginnings

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George has lost his wife and is very angry about it. He’s raging at the world and everything in it - the last thing he wants to be bothered with is the dog Ellen bought before she died. Dan, a counsellor with his own issues, is struggling with his attraction to unsettling new client, Atticus. And Lizzie is living in a women’s refuge with her son, but there’s aspects of her story she isn’t telling anybody. Despite the title, the dogs - Poppy, Fitz, Wolfie and Maud - aren’t a huge focus, although they are a thread running throughout. It's the things you can't prepare for that are hard, he realizes. They are the true test of character." urn:oclc:874780415 Republisher_date 20120703010116 Republisher_operator [email protected] Scandate 20120627165020 Scanner scribe3.shenzhen.archive.org Scanningcenter shenzhen Worldcat (source edition)

There were shelter and mental healthcare protocols which were either unknown to the author, or she just ignored them so she could add drama. The whole thing, except for the cantankerous widower, reminded me of someone writing from a place of no real world experiences, but from having watched hundreds of made for TV Lifetime Channel movies, or soap operas. This book had very little substance, and quite frankly is irresponsible in its portrayal of mental illnesses and their treatments. George's storyline is that his wife got a dog she named Poppy before he passed (he hates it) and now George is left not knowing what to do since his wife took care of the house and dinner. Before you have any sympathy for George though, know he's nasty and rude to everyone and at one points calls two men "F" and I just hated him. He's nasty. Frankly his poor wife sounded like she was in an emotionally abusive relationship with the guy. At least that is how I read it. She could not even tell him she was ill because she knew how he was. A sentimental, exhilarating & deeply moving novel about accepting the ebb & flow of life & about grabbing those magical moments when you can...Dog Days is a book with a big heart and one you do not want to miss' The world would be a nicer place if everyone had the ability to love as unconditionally as a dog' MK Clinton Easy to read and witty but full of pathos and sadness, this tightly plotted tale will bring you joy. * BEST *

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Dan is a counsellor with OCD who is great at helping other people - if only he were better at helping himself. His most meaningful relationship so far is with his labrador Fitz. But then comes a therapy session that will change his life. Wonderful journey of three complicated characters and the dogs that saw them through their individual journeys' A charming novel that focusses on the healing powers of man and woman's best friend * CHOICE Magazine * Waller's tormented, endearing and intriguing characters cross paths as they walk dogs on the Sussex Downs in a bittersweet, touching novel of waggy tails, wet noses and tear-filled eyes. SAGA

Moving, uplifting, full of charm and warmth, [Dog Days] gave me much paws for thought. Such great characterisation, too - by the end, George, Dan et al felt like family! * EMMA STONEX, Sunday Times bestselling author of THE LAMPLIGHTERS * Hilarious and moving, it recognises the unconditional love of dogs and their ability to make the world a better place WOMAN'S WEEKLY THis book relates to our lives in many ways, it reminds of those kids that where kind of off, and tells us some of there stories. Of course, these stories get as off and crazy, sometimes i even wonder if there is a plot! After that though, I believe any age would love this book. Described as 'perfect for fans of A MAN CALLED OVE and ELEANOR OLIPHANT' by bestselling author AJ Pearce, and likened by reviewers to SAVING MISSY by Beth Morrey, DOG DAYS is a heartbreaking, heartwarming bookclub read about turning points, new beginnings, and finding friendship in unexpected places. I will recommend this book to other people because this shows that playing video games can be really bad for you. Also, the book might convince people to stop playing video games. Video games can also ruin your vision. I will recommend this book to other people. I chose 4 stars because the shows things that people should do and not do. Also, because it didn't show a lot of how people should not stay inside all the time. Also, the people are trying to tell Greg to go out and have some fun outside and sometimes Greg doesn't do what his family says. That is why I give the book 4 stars.

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A charming, surprising and moving story of three troubled characters' encounter with love, grief, healing...and dogs' Clare Chambers, author of Small Pleasures In a picture, Greg notices Heather Hills, "the sister of Holly Hills, who is one of the cutest girls in his class" as a lifeguard at the town pool. He starts to help Heather out by getting her drinks and calling out people for breaking the rules, to impress her. Greg runs away after Heather expects him to clean up a kid's vomit, deciding that he "need[s] to let this summer romance cool off a little." ("Also, Heather is going to college next year, and these far-away relationships never seem to work".) Money is tight this year and Greg can't go to the beach. Greg and his friend Rowley go to Rowley's country club after school closes for the summer, but after a few weeks, Greg is not invited to return because he complains about even the smallest things, much to his disappointment. Waller's tormented, endearing and intriguing characters cross paths as they walk dogs on the Sussex Downs in a bittersweet, touching novel of waggy tails, wet noses and tear-filled eyes. * SAGA * I chose great messages because it gives a message that people should go outside instead of being inside playing video games. Also, gives a message that you should never trust a friend that never helps you or puts you in trouble. I chose great role models because the parents of Greg and the role models. They are the role models because they make rules of not watching scary movies. Also, they are trying to get their kids to spend time together and go outside. I chose too much sex because Greg has a crush on this girl. The girl is a teenager and that is what changed his mind of going to that horrible place which is the town pool.

The film, Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days, released on August 3, 2012, was based on the book and its predecessor, The Last Straw. Greg have summer vacation but, he always stay inside playing video games. The mom always told him he had to go outside. The mom wanted the family to go out to this place Greg didn't like to go. Something changed his mind and he wanted to go to that place he hated. He passed all his summer with some bad things happening to him. Greg struggles against his mom about him not wanting to pass his summer outside with the family. The mom wanted Greg to go outside on a sunny day but, Greg was inside the house playing video games with the curtain closed and the lights off. The other characters we get to know in this one, Lenny's teacher Luke, the supposed Smurf-Girl, etc. don't feel real at all. The only secondary character that Waller actually develops is George's neighbor who won't allow him to sit around in filth and makes sure that she stops by to keep an eye on him. It isn't always easy to read. Not in a misery memoir kind of way, but the fact there are not neatly parcelled up solutions delivered in a timely fashion with destination Happiness on all the postmarks. The characters are flawed but through their frailties we are given a wealth of insight into human behaviour and emotion and left feeling thankful for all we have. Friendship, kindness, love and forgiveness can help us to heal, and in George's case, some tear jerking letters written in advance add a beautiful intimacy to his particular journey of self discovery. The book starts with Greg Heffley describing how he is an "indoor person," and how he intends to spend his summer vacation playing video games, but his mother, Susan, wants him to go outdoors more often. Their budget is tight, so Greg and his family are not able to go to the beach that summer. However, Susan still intends to have the "best summer ever."Lizzie is a former teacher, a woman who has escaped her husband, with her son, and they live in a women’s shelter. She doesn’t talk much about it, trying to protect her young son Lenny, and her, from the past, but her emotional and physical scars tell part of her story. It’s her secret, to share or not, but Maude, the resident dog at the shelter, a terrier, seems to be aware of her overly protective nature, her wanting to hide from someone or something. Dan has Fitz who is the perfect sounding board for a counsellor even more mixed up than his patients. One of the central themes of the book is that not always staying inside the house is a good idea and sometimes you should go outside and have some fun. Greg always wanted to stay inside but, this girl that he liked and that was in that place he hated changed his mind of always staying inside the house. I think this book is good because it shows that playing video games or staying inside isn't always a good idea. Also going outside can help you stayed relaxed and playing video games isn't that good for you. I think this book is good. So first off, when dog is in the title- you’ve already caught my interest. Then making them part of the healing process for 3 different storylines and I’m fully sold.