Do you have a pet that you love with all your heart? If you do, then books about them surely suit your taste. There is just so much comfort, joy, and fun our furry friends bring to our lives. Even though they have different traits and characteristics, both externally and internally, they still are charming and adorable in their own little ways.
Hence, if you want to be reminded of how spectacular it is to have pets or desire to see them break barriers with the help of fiction, then you are lucky! We have listed below the best fiction books to read that feature our furry friends that you shouldn’t miss reading. Check them out now.
William and Tibby Forever by Lynda Hamblen
Lynda Hamblen authored the action-packed book titled William and Tibby Forever. It was published by Christian Faith Publishing, Inc. last 2018. Both amazing furry characters display characteristics like no other. They are just so up for adventures and fun while being together and living under the roof of their Second Mom. But, the moment that William found himself in heaven, which is impossibly away from his partner-in-crime, everything changes. He struggles and works hard to obtain a halo and other significant things to be on his new setting. Thus, this book doesn’t only show you fun and thrill but also family life and love.
The Incredible Journey by Sheila Burnford
Hodder & Stoughton is the publisher of the first edition of Scottish author Sheila Burnford’s children’s book The Incredible Journey. It was primarily set in northwestern section of fictional Ontario that has several bodies of water and broadly spread little farms and towns. The book centers on the story of three pets that are on their journey through the wilderness of Canada, which totals to 300 miles. These pets are composed of two dogs and a cat that aim to look for their owners. What makes this book special is its way of depicting the pain and stress of a relentless trip along with the firm loyalty and bravery of the animals.
A Dog’s Purpose by W. Bruce Cameron
This New York Times bestselling novel was written by W. Bruce Cameron that was published in 2010. A Dog’s Purpose narrates the journey of a dog through the course of the lives that it has lived. Basically the dog has gone through multiple reincarnations and in every life that he experience, he constantly search for his purpose in it. Because of how inspiring and touching the story is, it obtained multiple reviews from popular critics, such as Temple Grandin, Marty Becker, and more. It was also adapted into film in 2017 directed by Lasse Hallstrom after DreamWorks bought the book’s film rights.
A Street Cat Named Bob by James Bowen
Have you watched the film titled A Street Cat Named Bob that was released in 2016 and directed by Roger Spottiswoode? Did you know that it is the film adaptation of James Bowen’s 2014 novel with the same title? The New York Times bestselling book by Bowen centers on the story of a street musician named James and a street cat named Bob. The struggling musician found an injured cat in the lobby of his apartment building one day. Little did he know, that cat would definitely bring great impacts on his life. Although he didn’t want a pet, he still helped Bob get back on his feet and sent it away afterward. He never thought of meeting that cat back again, until it happened.
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon was published in 2003. It is a mystery novel that was release not just in the U.K. but also in two great countries namely U.S. and Canada. The book title pertains to the observation of Arthur Conan Doyle’s popular character named Sherlock Holmes in the short story titled The Adventure of Silver Blaze. It focuses on the story of a teenager who is experiencing some behavioral issues. One day, the boy found a corpse of a dog pierced by a garden fork, which he recognizes because it was his neighbor’s. That is when Christopher came up with a plan to investigate the dog’s death.
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