Comet’s Tale
How the Dog I Rescued Saved My Life
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By Steven Wolf
By Lynette Padwa
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Comet’s Tale is a story about a friendship between two former winners, both a little down on their luck, who together stage a remarkable comeback. A former hard-driving attorney, Steven Wolf has reluctantly left his job and family and moved to Arizona for its warm winter climate. There he is drawn to a local group that rescues abused racing greyhounds. Although he can barely take care of himself because of a spinal condition, Wolf adopts Comet, an elegant cinnamon-striped racer. Or does Comet adopt Wolf?
In Comet’s Tale we follow their funny and moving journey as Wolf teaches Comet to be a service dog. With her boundless enthusiasm and regal manners, Comet attracts new friends to Wolf’s isolated world. And finally, she plays a crucial role in restoring his health, saving his marriage, and broadening his definition of success.
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“A powerful tale about life, family, and personal healing that reminds us all that greyhounds are love!” B>Christine A. Dorchak, president of GREY2K USABooklist
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“Everything you want a memoir to be: wise, moving, honest, and true. I loved it, and so will you.” B>Louis Bayard, author of The Pale Blue Eye
“The close bond between man and dog is only part of this absorbing tale of love, family and dealing with disability . . . A heartwarming story that will hold appeal far beyond just animal lovers.” I>Kirkus Reviews
“Told with abundant humor, humility, and a writing style as graceful as a greyhound, Comet’s Tale abounds with revelations of the way life surprises us. I loved this book!” B>Anne Hillerman, author of Tony Hillerman’s Landscape
“The story of Steven Wolf and his rescuer, Comet, is one of the best I know. I’m glad Comet saved Wolf's life so he could write this marvelous book.” B>Craig Johnson, author of the Longmire series
“Both honest and heartwarming, and a wonderful salute to the power of man’s best friend.”
- On Sale
- Aug 27, 2013
- Page Count
- 272 pages
- Publisher
- Algonquin Books
- ISBN-13
- 9781616203344
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