Every Sunday we are taking a look at the world of books. I read a lot and always want to share my opinions on what I read, so I thought it would be fun to write reviews. Today we are looking at a book with a dog in the entre of everything.

The Dog Share (2021)

Fiona Gibson

Synopsis

Suzy Medley is having the worst day of her life when a shaggy terrier suddenly turns up at her door.

Just like Suzy, Scout has been abandoned, although only Suzy has been left with a financial mess and a business in tatters thanks to her ex.

Suzy takes Scout in and her chaotic world changes in unexpected ways: strangers have never been more welcoming and her teenage kids can’t wait to come home to visit.

Then a chance encounter on a windy Hebridean beach makes things more complicated, because Suzy isn’t the only one who needs a friend.

Scout has plenty of love to go round… but does Suzy?

A wonderfully funny and uplifting story about friendship and second chances (and whisky!), perfect for fans of Sophie Kinsella, Jill Mansell and Marian Keyes.

– from Waterstones

Positive Points

If you are looking for a heart-warming story then this may be a book that you will have an interest in taking a look at. It is an interesting story that is set on an island and based around the dramas of work and breaking up with someone. There are two stories on the go at the same time so the book jumps between them which makes it an interesting story to read.

Negative Points

The major issue I have with this book is that the second half of the book feels incredibly rushed and it looses the pace and the detail it at the beginning which is a shame.

Overall Review

When I started this book I was on a train to Oban which was WEIRD because the first paragraph says that the lead character was there – complete coincidence which was random. This book is an easy read but be prepared for the rush at the end where you feel it needs to slow down.

Rating : *** 3 Stars