Walking in Circles Before Lying Down, by Merrill Markoe

When I first took a look at this book, I didn't really expect much out of it. My darling wife said it was "okay", so perhaps that is why.

But once I got a chapter into the book, I found that I didn't want to put it down. The characters are vivid and believable, and the central heroine is sympathetic, to say the least.

Someone commented to me the other day that they didn't know I was a dog person, but I guess I am. I've had a dog several times in my life, and much prefer them to cats. If you are a dog person, then you'll be more likely to enjoy this book.

There are two things that stand out in my mind about this book, and the first is that the dogs in this story talk to our heroine. I found them to be pretty believable. I mean, once you get past the whole dogs talking thing. In other words, if dogs really did possess the capacity to speak, and remained dog-like in all other ways, it seems like this is how they would speak.

The other thing that stands out about the book is how realistic the relationships between men and women seem to be. Seriously, her first boyfriend in the book is such a jerk. But, I've heard people say things nearly the same in real life. And, it's likely they don't realize how they sound.

I really enjoyed the book, and recommend it for when you want something light, or for when you think your life sucks and you want some diversion.

My favorite quote from the book: "Throw the ball. You know you want to."

I recommend the book.