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Discussion Question 17

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What are some other books that you have read that compare thematically to The
Art of Racing in the Rain?

Discussion Question 16

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Do the racing sequences add to or detract from the flow of the book?

Discussion Question 15

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Other than Denny, are there any other admirable human characters in this story? Did Eve’s parents, “The Twins”, have any redeeming qualities?

Discussion Question 14

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Why has the author chosen to have the story narrated by the dog, Enzo? What can we learn from Enzo?

Discussion Question 13

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Are there moral, social or political themes present in this novel? What are they?

Discussion Question 12

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Did any parts of this book lead you to an understanding of a subject that you had not thought of before? Do any parts of the book make you uncomfortable?

Discussion Question 11

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One reader commented that this book is a cross between Love Story and Marley and Me. Do you agree with this assessment?

Discussion Question 10

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If you were Garth Stein’s editor, what changes would you have made in this book?

Discussion Question 9

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What is your favorite passage in The Art of Racing in the Rain?

Discussion Question 8

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The character of Aryton Senna, as he is presented in the book, is heroic, almost a mythic figure. Why do you think this character resonates so strongly for Denny?
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