The Second-Smartest Dog That Ever Lived
The Second-Smartest Dog That Ever Lived by Will Pass, published by Thiessen Press on October 4, 2024, is a 400-page work that explores the life of a uniquely intelligent dog. The narrative unfolds through the perspective of a dog who possesses human-like intelligence and embarks on a journey to uncover his origins. Accompanied by a Pug named Shakespeare, the protagonist navigates a desert filled with various dangers, raising profound questions about identity and the value of life.
This book presents a blend of dark comedy and a quest for understanding, offering readers sharp humor alongside unexpected moments of tenderness. As the story progresses, it delves into themes of family life and the complexities of existence, all while maintaining a humorous tone. The Second-Smartest Dog That Ever Lived invites readers to reflect on the nature of humanity through the eyes of a dog, providing a unique perspective on the shared experiences of animals and humans alike.
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I am a dog but I do not die at the end of this book. Who else could have written it?
The woman who saved me offers food, shelter, and affection. But I’m nobody’s pet. Because I have the intelligence of a human. And I aim to find out why.
Accompanied by Shakespeare, a Pug with the intelligence of a Pug, I strike out into the desert. Cannibal coyotes. Stray humans. A city of sin. The dangers are real. So are my questions: Where did I come from? And is a human life really worth more than mine?
Equal parts dark comedy and quixotic quest, The Second-Smartest Dog That Ever Lived delivers sharp humor, unexpected tenderness, and big, unsettling questions-all narrated by a dog who knows our deepest secret: we’re animals too.
Readers are saying:
★★★★★ “I did not expect the complexity, the humor, the philosophy, and the humanness that exist in these pages! But don’t be fooled-this is no boring, philosophical story. While the themes are underlying, the main force of this novel is action and movement.”
★★★★★ “By far the best dog story I’ve ever read.”
★★★★★ “A very impressive debut that works on a variety of levels.”
★★★★★ “Insanely creative.”
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