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“Small towns have big stories.” That was a lesson Katie’s father taught her years ago. A lesson she’s taken to heart. And right now, Katie is desperate for a big story. Reeling from the recent loss of her father and with her agent breathing down her neck for the next book, the twenty-one-year-old writer picks a spot on the map and finds herself bound for a middle-of-nowhere town called Bishopville, South Carolina.
Taking a chance on the words of a local grocer, Katie stumbles upon a rare breed of dogs raised by the town doctor and his nephew Kyle. The only problem? Kyle isn’t interested in telling stories—especially not to a big-city girl who can’t seem to sit still. In an attempt to win him over as the clock winds down, Katie finds herself immersed in Kyle’s world, doing everything but writing.
When inspiration finally strikes, Katie is faced with an unforeseen catastrophe and a truth she can no longer ignore. While she has come to love the dogs, the real story may be about Kyle Walker.
Taking a chance on the words of a local grocer, Katie stumbles upon a rare breed of dogs raised by the town doctor and his nephew Kyle. The only problem? Kyle isn’t interested in telling stories—especially not to a big-city girl who can’t seem to sit still. In an attempt to win him over as the clock winds down, Katie finds herself immersed in Kyle’s world, doing everything but writing.
When inspiration finally strikes, Katie is faced with an unforeseen catastrophe and a truth she can no longer ignore. While she has come to love the dogs, the real story may be about Kyle Walker.
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First published May 14, 2015
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April 1, 2023
First the title of this book and the previous one in this series, Faith In Every Footstep, sound like they would have religious overtones but they do not. I liked the first book and liked this one even more. I considered adding it to my shelf for favorite dog books but came up just shy of that which I will explain.
The summary may tell you more, but a lady with writer's block, through an interesting decision method, decided to go to Bishopville in South Carolina. There when looking for story inspiration she is directed to Kyle who raises dogs. These are at least some of the dogs from the previous book. When first told about the dogs, old Earl says:
“They’re race dogs. But not just any ol’ race dogs. They’re the cream o’ the crop. The cat’s meow. The bee’s knees. The best thing since little apples. You can’t beat ‘em.” He looked up at Katie, who was listening intently, and went on. “Mainly ‘cause they’re part wolf. Got them long lean legs that can out outrun anythin’. But ‘specially ‘cause they’re Carolina dogs.” He said with a prideful grin.
The book is comprised of short chapters which make it an easy and quick read. The story is about the interaction between the two, Katie and Kyle, but had enough with the dogs to make me happy. I remember the first book to be overly melodramatic at times but didn't find this book so, just good drama. The mystery of the tall, dark, and handsome guy who doesn't talk much however did seem a little drawn out to me.
Here is a passage of an interaction I liked between Katie and a dog:
As she sat staring at the dog, she couldn’t help but want to speak. She felt as though he looked at her not only with curiosity, but with some greater knowing, almost as if to say, “I have the answers you seek, but you have not yet earned them.” She felt as though the dog knew everything about her, while she knew nothing about him.
Eventually Kyle does talk about the dogs including this part:
"The dogs see everything. The way you walk, the lightness or heaviness of a single step. The way you look at things, with curiosity or insecurity. Even the way you breathe. They take the time to notice the details we often take for granted. All their decisions are based on these details."
I also liked this part where they talk about dogs getting paired up for the sled:
“How do you know which dogs to pair together, though?”
“Well…there’s actually several theories on sled dog pairing. Some mushers want dogs of equal disposition or temperament. Some are more concerned with size or speed. For example, a shorter dog running next to a taller dog may create an uneven gait.”
“What do you look for?”
Kyle hesitated for moment. “I look for dogs who what to be together. You can analyze size, strength, speed, aggression, and so on until you’re blue in the face. But ultimately every dog has a best friend, and those are the dogs I try to pair together.”
If you want more quotes from the drama between Katie and Kyle, read the book or maybe someone else's review. I will however post some more quotes in Goodreads for the book though.
As far as the title, you learn more of that towards the end. Here is a passage that relates to it without telling you anything to give the book away:
I grabbed him by the shoulder and pulled him to the bottom of the porch steps. I pointed to the south, where the sky was dark and sheets of rain filled the space between the sky and the ground. Then I looked at him and said, “There is hope all around us-in every breath, in every raindrop.”
There are two reasons I considered adding the book to my shelf for favorites. One is that the way they bring the dog in for his big heroic moment, (every dog book has to have one), was done in a wonderfully clever and yet to me, believable way. If Wesley Banks had added a few more of those in the book I definitely would have added it for my favorites list. The second reason is that I partially owe my crazy quest to read 'all' the dog books to find the best of them, from his website of '100 best dog books of all time.' I have read at least 61 dog books from his list so far. I don't always agree with his opinions as to what are the 'best' that he determined with an algorithm, but I appreciated his effort towards that goal. Hope in Every Raindrop is a good book in it's own right, but if he were to add this book to that list it would not be too far off from a lot of other good books on it.
I leave with a final quote that will help jar the memory of the book for those that have read it:
'A breeze of cool air swept through the barn as several drops of rain started to fall around them. There was still hope.'
The summary may tell you more, but a lady with writer's block, through an interesting decision method, decided to go to Bishopville in South Carolina. There when looking for story inspiration she is directed to Kyle who raises dogs. These are at least some of the dogs from the previous book. When first told about the dogs, old Earl says:
“They’re race dogs. But not just any ol’ race dogs. They’re the cream o’ the crop. The cat’s meow. The bee’s knees. The best thing since little apples. You can’t beat ‘em.” He looked up at Katie, who was listening intently, and went on. “Mainly ‘cause they’re part wolf. Got them long lean legs that can out outrun anythin’. But ‘specially ‘cause they’re Carolina dogs.” He said with a prideful grin.
The book is comprised of short chapters which make it an easy and quick read. The story is about the interaction between the two, Katie and Kyle, but had enough with the dogs to make me happy. I remember the first book to be overly melodramatic at times but didn't find this book so, just good drama. The mystery of the tall, dark, and handsome guy who doesn't talk much however did seem a little drawn out to me.
Here is a passage of an interaction I liked between Katie and a dog:
As she sat staring at the dog, she couldn’t help but want to speak. She felt as though he looked at her not only with curiosity, but with some greater knowing, almost as if to say, “I have the answers you seek, but you have not yet earned them.” She felt as though the dog knew everything about her, while she knew nothing about him.
Eventually Kyle does talk about the dogs including this part:
"The dogs see everything. The way you walk, the lightness or heaviness of a single step. The way you look at things, with curiosity or insecurity. Even the way you breathe. They take the time to notice the details we often take for granted. All their decisions are based on these details."
I also liked this part where they talk about dogs getting paired up for the sled:
“How do you know which dogs to pair together, though?”
“Well…there’s actually several theories on sled dog pairing. Some mushers want dogs of equal disposition or temperament. Some are more concerned with size or speed. For example, a shorter dog running next to a taller dog may create an uneven gait.”
“What do you look for?”
Kyle hesitated for moment. “I look for dogs who what to be together. You can analyze size, strength, speed, aggression, and so on until you’re blue in the face. But ultimately every dog has a best friend, and those are the dogs I try to pair together.”
If you want more quotes from the drama between Katie and Kyle, read the book or maybe someone else's review. I will however post some more quotes in Goodreads for the book though.
As far as the title, you learn more of that towards the end. Here is a passage that relates to it without telling you anything to give the book away:
I grabbed him by the shoulder and pulled him to the bottom of the porch steps. I pointed to the south, where the sky was dark and sheets of rain filled the space between the sky and the ground. Then I looked at him and said, “There is hope all around us-in every breath, in every raindrop.”
There are two reasons I considered adding the book to my shelf for favorites. One is that the way they bring the dog in for his big heroic moment, (every dog book has to have one), was done in a wonderfully clever and yet to me, believable way. If Wesley Banks had added a few more of those in the book I definitely would have added it for my favorites list. The second reason is that I partially owe my crazy quest to read 'all' the dog books to find the best of them, from his website of '100 best dog books of all time.' I have read at least 61 dog books from his list so far. I don't always agree with his opinions as to what are the 'best' that he determined with an algorithm, but I appreciated his effort towards that goal. Hope in Every Raindrop is a good book in it's own right, but if he were to add this book to that list it would not be too far off from a lot of other good books on it.
I leave with a final quote that will help jar the memory of the book for those that have read it:
'A breeze of cool air swept through the barn as several drops of rain started to fall around them. There was still hope.'
May 1, 2015
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Disclosure: This book was shared with me free of charge by the author in return for an honest review.
I enjoyed this book immensely! It included many things I love; such as, quotes from good literature, rain, romance, and dogs! Did I mention the dogs?! Very often, adult romance novels are very corny. Or, they are way too graphic for my taste. Personally, there are some things I prefer not to see in print. However, I felt like Wesley Banks did a great job of writing an elegant love story. The book is much more than a love story though. Readers will enjoy the beautiful imagery and the supporting characters, especially Doc. There is also something mysterious, almost magical, about the dogs, especially King, and King and Kyle's relationship. Overall, the word "hope" that is found in the title, is a theme woven throughout the book. This was a great read. I highly recommend it.
Disclosure: This book was shared with me free of charge by the author in return for an honest review.
I enjoyed this book immensely! It included many things I love; such as, quotes from good literature, rain, romance, and dogs! Did I mention the dogs?! Very often, adult romance novels are very corny. Or, they are way too graphic for my taste. Personally, there are some things I prefer not to see in print. However, I felt like Wesley Banks did a great job of writing an elegant love story. The book is much more than a love story though. Readers will enjoy the beautiful imagery and the supporting characters, especially Doc. There is also something mysterious, almost magical, about the dogs, especially King, and King and Kyle's relationship. Overall, the word "hope" that is found in the title, is a theme woven throughout the book. This was a great read. I highly recommend it.
May 21, 2015
It has been a long time since i have been able to appreciate a well written fiction book. Hope in every Raindrop is a very tasteful well written fiction book. I felt every single emotion possible while reading this book and was able to vividly "see" the story the author had written.
If you have a love for man's best friend this book will only further that love. If you haven't yet had a chance to fall in love with a four legged friend Hope in Every Raindrop will make you fall in love, break your heart, then mend those broken pieces again.
This book is totally a must read :)
If you have a love for man's best friend this book will only further that love. If you haven't yet had a chance to fall in love with a four legged friend Hope in Every Raindrop will make you fall in love, break your heart, then mend those broken pieces again.
This book is totally a must read :)
September 2, 2022
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Katie Price is stuck in a limbo after her father's death. Unable to write anything, she is on the verge of losing her writing contract. Taking a chance and caught in a time frame that is fast approaching closure, she decides to randomly choose a place and travel there to find a story.
Bishopville, a small town in nowhere is her destination and it is here that she meets Kyle, an enigmatic young man who speaks little but still intrigues her with his mysterious aura and his curious relationship with the 32 dogs that he trains.
Is there a story here that she can write?
Can she crack the mystery of the unusual dogs that look like wolves and their equally enigmatic master who shows her around but still makes her feel like he doesn't want her here?
Hope In Every Raindrop attracted me when I read the blurb. Instinctively I knew that this would be a different story and a unique experience. And I am so glad to say that all this is true!
I loved every bit of this book. The cover is nice and had me reliving the soothing feeling of rain and vast open lands away from the chaos and crowd of the city.
This is the first book by the author that I have read and I am so happy that I read his work. I loved his emotionally charged writing style that kept me hooked to the book right till the end. I could not leave the book and finished it in one sitting.
The plot is expertly conceived and executed. I could appreciate all the hardwork and research that the author must have done to bring forth a story that feels so real. The whole insight into the behaviour of dogs, their relationships with humans, names of new flowers and the human psychology had me feeling more enlightened to new facts. A story, in my opinion, is one that not only entertains but also teaches good and new things to the readers. Hope In Every Raindrop fits this criteria beautifully. It not only entertained me but also taught me things that I know will prove useful.
The story moves a bit slow initially but then alters its rhythm to match the developments in the story. I could visualize each and every scene and feel the calm of open country with no pollution, the joy of watching Kyle playing with the dogs, the anticipation of writing a story along side Katie as new thoughts flowed in her mind etc. The romance is clean and more emphasized on emotions than going physical which is a good thing and makes this book different from the other romances.
The characterization is admirably done and I loved Katie, Kyle, Doc and the dogs, especially King. The sweet store owner husband-wife duo were also endearing and I felt like I knew them already. Doc is mature, learned and kind. His character made me feel like I was visiting my own grandfather. Kyle looked a bit young to me in the beginning but then the author threw me and absolutely impressed me with how he developed Kyle's character in the story. Katie is sweet, independent and stubborn. She knows what she wants and doesn't back down from a challenge. I loved her grit and her strength to endure all kinds of challenges that Kyle threw her way. The chemistry between Kyle and Katie slowly simmers and then develops into a beautiful bond of love. While the human characters are great, the main characters in this story are the dogs.
I absolutely adored King and would love to adopt him myself. His strength, intelligence and the bond that he shared with Kyle had me feeling both awed and then sighing with love watching these two together. I could visualize him running in the rain, dodging the lightening, sitting regally and watching with intelligent eyes.
"Standing in front of her was a large black dog. It wasn't just any black dog, though.
Its front legs were lean and narrow. Its chest broad, and its eyes fixed on Katie.
It was King."
The other dogs like Biscuit, Belle and the pups also made a place in my heart and now I am itching to adopt a dog!
All in all, Hope In Every Raindrop is a stellar book which had me entertained throughout. I laughed, cried, fell in love and then felt satisfied because there was always hope! Wesley Banks' emotionally laden story made me remember the feelings I feel when reading a Nicholas Sparks book. This not just a simple romance but so much more. 4.5 out of 5 to it and strongly recommended to all readers. Wesley Banks is a talented writer and I am going to checkout his books in the future too.
I received the book from the author and the tour organizers and I am very thankful to them. The above review is my honest and unbiased opinion and in no way influenced.
Some memorable quotes:
1) "Let the rain add to our tears
Until the day when pain has stopped
And we will say there was hope in every raindrop."
2) "There is hope all around us-in every breath, in every raindrop."
3) "In her room at the prow of the house
Where light breaks,
and the windows are tossed with linden,
My daughter is writing a story..."
4) "There has to be hope. Not because it already exists within you, but because it must exist, period. There is no option to lay down because you're feeling hurt. There is no alternative. It is not live or die. It is live or live. Not because you want it that way, or because you've willed it that way. But because it must be that way."
Katie Price is stuck in a limbo after her father's death. Unable to write anything, she is on the verge of losing her writing contract. Taking a chance and caught in a time frame that is fast approaching closure, she decides to randomly choose a place and travel there to find a story.
Bishopville, a small town in nowhere is her destination and it is here that she meets Kyle, an enigmatic young man who speaks little but still intrigues her with his mysterious aura and his curious relationship with the 32 dogs that he trains.
Is there a story here that she can write?
Can she crack the mystery of the unusual dogs that look like wolves and their equally enigmatic master who shows her around but still makes her feel like he doesn't want her here?
Hope In Every Raindrop attracted me when I read the blurb. Instinctively I knew that this would be a different story and a unique experience. And I am so glad to say that all this is true!
I loved every bit of this book. The cover is nice and had me reliving the soothing feeling of rain and vast open lands away from the chaos and crowd of the city.
This is the first book by the author that I have read and I am so happy that I read his work. I loved his emotionally charged writing style that kept me hooked to the book right till the end. I could not leave the book and finished it in one sitting.
The plot is expertly conceived and executed. I could appreciate all the hardwork and research that the author must have done to bring forth a story that feels so real. The whole insight into the behaviour of dogs, their relationships with humans, names of new flowers and the human psychology had me feeling more enlightened to new facts. A story, in my opinion, is one that not only entertains but also teaches good and new things to the readers. Hope In Every Raindrop fits this criteria beautifully. It not only entertained me but also taught me things that I know will prove useful.
The story moves a bit slow initially but then alters its rhythm to match the developments in the story. I could visualize each and every scene and feel the calm of open country with no pollution, the joy of watching Kyle playing with the dogs, the anticipation of writing a story along side Katie as new thoughts flowed in her mind etc. The romance is clean and more emphasized on emotions than going physical which is a good thing and makes this book different from the other romances.
The characterization is admirably done and I loved Katie, Kyle, Doc and the dogs, especially King. The sweet store owner husband-wife duo were also endearing and I felt like I knew them already. Doc is mature, learned and kind. His character made me feel like I was visiting my own grandfather. Kyle looked a bit young to me in the beginning but then the author threw me and absolutely impressed me with how he developed Kyle's character in the story. Katie is sweet, independent and stubborn. She knows what she wants and doesn't back down from a challenge. I loved her grit and her strength to endure all kinds of challenges that Kyle threw her way. The chemistry between Kyle and Katie slowly simmers and then develops into a beautiful bond of love. While the human characters are great, the main characters in this story are the dogs.
I absolutely adored King and would love to adopt him myself. His strength, intelligence and the bond that he shared with Kyle had me feeling both awed and then sighing with love watching these two together. I could visualize him running in the rain, dodging the lightening, sitting regally and watching with intelligent eyes.
"Standing in front of her was a large black dog. It wasn't just any black dog, though.
Its front legs were lean and narrow. Its chest broad, and its eyes fixed on Katie.
It was King."
The other dogs like Biscuit, Belle and the pups also made a place in my heart and now I am itching to adopt a dog!
All in all, Hope In Every Raindrop is a stellar book which had me entertained throughout. I laughed, cried, fell in love and then felt satisfied because there was always hope! Wesley Banks' emotionally laden story made me remember the feelings I feel when reading a Nicholas Sparks book. This not just a simple romance but so much more. 4.5 out of 5 to it and strongly recommended to all readers. Wesley Banks is a talented writer and I am going to checkout his books in the future too.
I received the book from the author and the tour organizers and I am very thankful to them. The above review is my honest and unbiased opinion and in no way influenced.
Some memorable quotes:
1) "Let the rain add to our tears
Until the day when pain has stopped
And we will say there was hope in every raindrop."
2) "There is hope all around us-in every breath, in every raindrop."
3) "In her room at the prow of the house
Where light breaks,
and the windows are tossed with linden,
My daughter is writing a story..."
4) "There has to be hope. Not because it already exists within you, but because it must exist, period. There is no option to lay down because you're feeling hurt. There is no alternative. It is not live or die. It is live or live. Not because you want it that way, or because you've willed it that way. But because it must be that way."
December 25, 2016
In ‘Hope In Every Raindrop’ we meet Katie Price. Katie is a writer who recently lost her father and with that her inspiration to write stories. With her agent calling regularly and pushing her to write another story, Katie is desperate to be able to write again. When Katie finds a gift from her mother to her father from years ago, she decides to take a gamble and to take a trip. After days of driving Katie finds herself in the little town of Bishopville, South Carolina. Without having a real plan for what she is going to do there, Katie decides to take the jump and visit the land, a local grocer told her about. There Katie tumbles upon a rare breed of dogs raised by the an old man and his nephew Kyle. From the moment Katie sees these dogs and their trainer Kyle, she knows she has found her story.
Although I was drawn to this book from the moment I read about it, I didn’t really know what I could expect. But from the moment I started reading this book I just knew I was going to love it.
This book begins very slowly, with an introduction into the life of Katie, a struggling young writer. Not bad slow, it perfectly fits the story and makes you wonder about the rest of this book.
Wesley Banks wrote a beautiful story and I loved the way he wrote everything so clearly. Especially the way he describes the dogs, every dog comes to life in this book and it’s just beautiful. Somehow this book almost felt like an fairytale to me, with the ‘magic’ of those special dogs, the sweet old Doc who took Katie in from the moment she arrived on his doorstep, and Kyle, the mysterious and passionate guy who really has a gift with dogs.
There is definitely some very nice romance going on in this book. It’s a sweet romance, very enjoyable to read and it definitely makes you feel those butterflies. But the romance is not the most important part of this book. This book is much more about hope and trying to find a way in life. And it’s just a beautiful story, which I couldn’t get enough of.
This book is definitely one I will be thinking of for a long time. It’s beautiful and I loved it all the way.
Although I was drawn to this book from the moment I read about it, I didn’t really know what I could expect. But from the moment I started reading this book I just knew I was going to love it.
This book begins very slowly, with an introduction into the life of Katie, a struggling young writer. Not bad slow, it perfectly fits the story and makes you wonder about the rest of this book.
Wesley Banks wrote a beautiful story and I loved the way he wrote everything so clearly. Especially the way he describes the dogs, every dog comes to life in this book and it’s just beautiful. Somehow this book almost felt like an fairytale to me, with the ‘magic’ of those special dogs, the sweet old Doc who took Katie in from the moment she arrived on his doorstep, and Kyle, the mysterious and passionate guy who really has a gift with dogs.
There is definitely some very nice romance going on in this book. It’s a sweet romance, very enjoyable to read and it definitely makes you feel those butterflies. But the romance is not the most important part of this book. This book is much more about hope and trying to find a way in life. And it’s just a beautiful story, which I couldn’t get enough of.
This book is definitely one I will be thinking of for a long time. It’s beautiful and I loved it all the way.
June 13, 2015
Received a copy in exchange for an honest review.
“She looked around again - at the large angel oak behind her, stretching its limbs like an old man reaching for a memory. The tulip poplars showing more yellow than a week ago. And the sourwoods, sweetgums, and dogwoods turning deep red, while the larger hardwoods had subtler changes. She could even smell the crisp autumn leaves as they fell softly amongst the blades of Carolina bluegrass that stretched down to the foothills from the distant Blue Ridge Mountains.”
I really enjoyed this book. It’s such a well written book with great characters and amazing storyline. The story seemed to run on so smoothly with no hiccups. I actually read this in one sitting.
The author Wesley Jones does a really great job at describing things in ways that make it seem so life like and you can actually picture those things in your head as you read. It really makes you feel like you are there in the story with the characters and the places he’s speaking about. In this book we meet Katie a writer who is on a deadline to write a story and submit it to her editor. After reminiscing about a story her father told her about “small towns”, she decides to get a map out and throws a dart at it, whatever city it lands on that’s where she was going. She ends up in Bishopville, South Carolina. On her journey she runs into Earl and Pearl, the owners of Pearl’s Place, an adorable couple who welcome her in like family. Earl tells Katie while she’s in town to seek out the “dogs.” These dogs are not your normal dogs, they are something a bit more. She pulls up to the house with the “dogs” and here we meet Kyle and his Uncle Doc. Kyle is the trainer of the dogs and suggests that since Katie is so interested she should help out by taking care of everything on the barn. After a while Katie and Kyle seem to form a bond. Katie and Kyle start to form a deeper relationship as time goes on. This story is so incredibly beautiful, it would be hard to be disappointed in this book!! Well done Wesley!!
“She looked around again - at the large angel oak behind her, stretching its limbs like an old man reaching for a memory. The tulip poplars showing more yellow than a week ago. And the sourwoods, sweetgums, and dogwoods turning deep red, while the larger hardwoods had subtler changes. She could even smell the crisp autumn leaves as they fell softly amongst the blades of Carolina bluegrass that stretched down to the foothills from the distant Blue Ridge Mountains.”
I really enjoyed this book. It’s such a well written book with great characters and amazing storyline. The story seemed to run on so smoothly with no hiccups. I actually read this in one sitting.
The author Wesley Jones does a really great job at describing things in ways that make it seem so life like and you can actually picture those things in your head as you read. It really makes you feel like you are there in the story with the characters and the places he’s speaking about. In this book we meet Katie a writer who is on a deadline to write a story and submit it to her editor. After reminiscing about a story her father told her about “small towns”, she decides to get a map out and throws a dart at it, whatever city it lands on that’s where she was going. She ends up in Bishopville, South Carolina. On her journey she runs into Earl and Pearl, the owners of Pearl’s Place, an adorable couple who welcome her in like family. Earl tells Katie while she’s in town to seek out the “dogs.” These dogs are not your normal dogs, they are something a bit more. She pulls up to the house with the “dogs” and here we meet Kyle and his Uncle Doc. Kyle is the trainer of the dogs and suggests that since Katie is so interested she should help out by taking care of everything on the barn. After a while Katie and Kyle seem to form a bond. Katie and Kyle start to form a deeper relationship as time goes on. This story is so incredibly beautiful, it would be hard to be disappointed in this book!! Well done Wesley!!
May 30, 2015
I read the description and was instantly drawn in. I started reading and was loving Katie's story. I love that she is a writer. My heart ached as she mourned her father. She hit a writers block, while going through this hard time, until she found a map, and a note.
Katie had a dead line coming up and had to get something to her editor in just a few shorts weeks. When she happened upon the map, she decided to do what her father had done in the past. She turned the map backwards and hung it up. Throwing a dart at it, she turns it around to see where her story is going to take her. It happens to be a small town in South Carolina called Bishopville. Just the name makes it sound small ;).
I love that she encounters Earl and Pearl, owners of Pearl's Place first. They are just what I would have imagined in my head if I was a writer. Small town folks who are just searching for people to love. They were such a funny couple. After Katie reveals why she has come to their small town Earl tells her she should seek out the "dogs". Earl has to explain that they are not just the run of the mill dog, they are something special. Katie decides it's worth a try to see if she gains some more inspiration.
When Katie happens upon a house with a nice barn on the land, she decides to pull up and see what it has to offer. It had to offer Kyle. Yummy, yummy Kyle. Oh, and Doc. Kyle's Uncle. hehe.
This is when the story gets even more interesting :). Katie, wanting to learn more about these dog's that Kyle trains, Kyle insists she learns more about them. How? By taking care of everything. Cleaning out pens, scooping poop. Sounds glorious right? hehe
Kyle and Katie seem to form a sweet bond even if Kyle doesn't talk much. Katie learns to love the animals just as much as Kyle, and that is when their relationship really blooms.
This is a sweet story, about loss, love, hope, and finding inspiration through others. It really is such a sweet read.
Katie had a dead line coming up and had to get something to her editor in just a few shorts weeks. When she happened upon the map, she decided to do what her father had done in the past. She turned the map backwards and hung it up. Throwing a dart at it, she turns it around to see where her story is going to take her. It happens to be a small town in South Carolina called Bishopville. Just the name makes it sound small ;).
I love that she encounters Earl and Pearl, owners of Pearl's Place first. They are just what I would have imagined in my head if I was a writer. Small town folks who are just searching for people to love. They were such a funny couple. After Katie reveals why she has come to their small town Earl tells her she should seek out the "dogs". Earl has to explain that they are not just the run of the mill dog, they are something special. Katie decides it's worth a try to see if she gains some more inspiration.
When Katie happens upon a house with a nice barn on the land, she decides to pull up and see what it has to offer. It had to offer Kyle. Yummy, yummy Kyle. Oh, and Doc. Kyle's Uncle. hehe.
This is when the story gets even more interesting :). Katie, wanting to learn more about these dog's that Kyle trains, Kyle insists she learns more about them. How? By taking care of everything. Cleaning out pens, scooping poop. Sounds glorious right? hehe
Kyle and Katie seem to form a sweet bond even if Kyle doesn't talk much. Katie learns to love the animals just as much as Kyle, and that is when their relationship really blooms.
This is a sweet story, about loss, love, hope, and finding inspiration through others. It really is such a sweet read.
July 1, 2015
Hope in Every Raindrop begins where the pavement ends. Wesley Banks’ descriptions take you to the place where the dust from dirt roads climbs up your jeans, where you join the sunflowers stretching their faces to the sky, and where the beauty of rainstorms chasing distant tree lines holds you captivated.
The small town charm sweeps you into an excursion of your own. As soon as you arrive with Katie in Bishopville, the stress of your hectic pace glides off your shoulders in a breeze from across the open field. Though you’re not sure what this little dot on the map has in store for you, your heart tells you it’s something special.
You find yourself giving in to that goofy smile you get when a southern boy tips his hat toward you with a gentlemanly, “Miss” greeting. Your curiosity about this majestic breed of dogs continually deepens. And somewhere along the way, you fall in love.
I really enjoyed how Wesley’s knowledge and passion for dogs adds a unique slant to the story. His respect for the dogs comes through with such affection and reverence that you can’t help feeling it too.
If you’re a fan of Nicholas Sparks, you’ll easily find a new favorite author in Wesley Banks. Hope in Every Raindrop is a lovely inspirational novel with a moving message, romantic charm, and lovable characters. Be sure to grab your copy on Amazon this week to help kick start Wesley’s launch week. And don’t miss out on the giveaway below!
(I received a free copy of this book from the author through Prism Book Tours in exchange for an honest review)
The small town charm sweeps you into an excursion of your own. As soon as you arrive with Katie in Bishopville, the stress of your hectic pace glides off your shoulders in a breeze from across the open field. Though you’re not sure what this little dot on the map has in store for you, your heart tells you it’s something special.
You find yourself giving in to that goofy smile you get when a southern boy tips his hat toward you with a gentlemanly, “Miss” greeting. Your curiosity about this majestic breed of dogs continually deepens. And somewhere along the way, you fall in love.
I really enjoyed how Wesley’s knowledge and passion for dogs adds a unique slant to the story. His respect for the dogs comes through with such affection and reverence that you can’t help feeling it too.
If you’re a fan of Nicholas Sparks, you’ll easily find a new favorite author in Wesley Banks. Hope in Every Raindrop is a lovely inspirational novel with a moving message, romantic charm, and lovable characters. Be sure to grab your copy on Amazon this week to help kick start Wesley’s launch week. And don’t miss out on the giveaway below!
(I received a free copy of this book from the author through Prism Book Tours in exchange for an honest review)
June 25, 2015
Hope in every raindrop focuses on two young people coming to terms with grief and loss. They are brought together by some remarkable dogs on an isolated farm in South Carolina. It's obvious Katie and Kyle will end up with each other from the moment they meet, once they work through the inevitable misunderstandings and miscommunication. Kyle's uncle, Doc, and the dogs help the budding romance along.
The author obviously knows a thing or two about the special type of dogs Kyle breeds and trains. They are the true stars of the story. The descriptions of one of the dogs running before the rain storm are intriguing. I like the way the author explores how animals such as dogs can help us work through grief and other strong emotions.
This book would appeal to dog lovers, or anyone looking for a pleasant, easy to read romantic story. I personally found the changing point of view from Katie to Kyle and back again jarring but overall it was an enjoyable light read. The plot was at sometimes predictable but entertaining enough to make me want to keep reading. Although it fits in with the story, the title seems corny to me, but don't let this put you off.
The author obviously knows a thing or two about the special type of dogs Kyle breeds and trains. They are the true stars of the story. The descriptions of one of the dogs running before the rain storm are intriguing. I like the way the author explores how animals such as dogs can help us work through grief and other strong emotions.
This book would appeal to dog lovers, or anyone looking for a pleasant, easy to read romantic story. I personally found the changing point of view from Katie to Kyle and back again jarring but overall it was an enjoyable light read. The plot was at sometimes predictable but entertaining enough to make me want to keep reading. Although it fits in with the story, the title seems corny to me, but don't let this put you off.
September 13, 2016
This book was kindly given to me by the author himself for an honest review. Thanks for this!
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While this is not my cup of tea, I did enjoy and breeze through this book. I was honestly surprised with how fast I finished it ( in less than 24 hours )
I loved the fact that the female protagonist is a 21 year old writer with already several best selling novels and an agent! I was so picturing myself living that life and owning a house on the beach. *sigh* all in due time.
I thought the book was a pleasant book that talked about friendship and hope.
I enjoyed the company of the dogs and the pups, especially Belle's new pups, they were so adorable.
I liked Doc and and the other supporting characters, I thought they had good sense of humors.
I however, think that the relationship between Katie and Kyle felt rushed, or the story ended abruptly. Wish it was longer, wish we saw what happened with Katie and her book.
Overall, 3/5 stars for me :)
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While this is not my cup of tea, I did enjoy and breeze through this book. I was honestly surprised with how fast I finished it ( in less than 24 hours )
I loved the fact that the female protagonist is a 21 year old writer with already several best selling novels and an agent! I was so picturing myself living that life and owning a house on the beach. *sigh* all in due time.
I thought the book was a pleasant book that talked about friendship and hope.
I enjoyed the company of the dogs and the pups, especially Belle's new pups, they were so adorable.
I liked Doc and and the other supporting characters, I thought they had good sense of humors.
I however, think that the relationship between Katie and Kyle felt rushed, or the story ended abruptly. Wish it was longer, wish we saw what happened with Katie and her book.
Overall, 3/5 stars for me :)
Thanks again for this opportunity!!
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Twitter: @ReemoAlomari
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June 16, 2015
Hope In Every Raindrop was a page-turner that I didn't want to put down. Nor, did I want it to end! It was a beautiful love story! It was not just a love story between people, but also the love between people and dogs! The book had a lot of insight into the Carolina breed of dogs that showed how the author, Wesley Banks, had spent so much time and effort in the history and specifics of the breed. Wesley Banks writes with both knowledge and with heart! His words flowed easily and resonated with hope throughout the book. I enjoyed reading every page and all his descriptions of the people, animals, places, and things in this awesome book! I am amazed at the creative talent and expertise that Wesley Banks shared in his first book! I highly recommend the book Hope in Every Raindrop! It is definitely a must read for all dog lovers! I am looking forward to reading future books that Wesley Banks writes!
May 22, 2015
I love the title of this book "Hope in Every Raindrop" and the running theme of it throughout the book. I also loved the dogs in this book and how they played a large roll in the life and learning of the characters.
Katie is taking a risk for something that she loves. She wants to write a meaningful story and she is willing to work hard for it, even if she is frustrated by the circumstances. I admired her drive and her love for the written word. She was both strong and vulnerable and a connection to her was easy to make.
Kyle was a bit of an enigma throughout the whole book. I'm not sure what Katie saw in him other than his devotion to the dogs. The emotional connection was lacking a bit for me but the story was still a good one and I really enjoyed reading it.
Content: Mild swearing and sex behind closed doors between an unmarried couple. No description, but you know it happened.
Katie is taking a risk for something that she loves. She wants to write a meaningful story and she is willing to work hard for it, even if she is frustrated by the circumstances. I admired her drive and her love for the written word. She was both strong and vulnerable and a connection to her was easy to make.
Kyle was a bit of an enigma throughout the whole book. I'm not sure what Katie saw in him other than his devotion to the dogs. The emotional connection was lacking a bit for me but the story was still a good one and I really enjoyed reading it.
Content: Mild swearing and sex behind closed doors between an unmarried couple. No description, but you know it happened.
July 27, 2015
Disclosure: This book was shared with me free of charge in return for an honest review.
This book is an easy enjoyable read. Katie, the main character is a writer who has lost her inspiration to write and finds a new inspiration in the most ingenious of ways. She follows a path to a story which leads her to a small town, an old town doctor, very special dogs and their master, Kyle. While the book is an easy read it doesn't grab you till more than half way through and then it's over. What begins as a story about Katie finding herself and finding out about the mystifying powers of the dogs, ends as a love story between Katie and Kyle, which for me was disappointing because I didn't feel that the romance was fleshed out well enough. Further, romance is not a genre I typically read. Regardless, the descriptions about the dogs (specifically King) and the character of Doc were lovely and Docs interactions with Katie made the story truly worthwhile.
This book is an easy enjoyable read. Katie, the main character is a writer who has lost her inspiration to write and finds a new inspiration in the most ingenious of ways. She follows a path to a story which leads her to a small town, an old town doctor, very special dogs and their master, Kyle. While the book is an easy read it doesn't grab you till more than half way through and then it's over. What begins as a story about Katie finding herself and finding out about the mystifying powers of the dogs, ends as a love story between Katie and Kyle, which for me was disappointing because I didn't feel that the romance was fleshed out well enough. Further, romance is not a genre I typically read. Regardless, the descriptions about the dogs (specifically King) and the character of Doc were lovely and Docs interactions with Katie made the story truly worthwhile.
May 2, 2015
I love books that I can vividly imagine the characters and setting in my mind. The detail and character development intrigued me and I just wanted to know more and more about Katie, Kyle, and Doc. Unlike other romance novels that focus heavily on the couple and tend to be corny, the connection between Katie and Kyle seemed very real. I really enjoyed the re-occurring theme in this story that hope is all around us, but I also loved what the dogs were able to teach Katie and how her character grew. By watching the dogs Katie learned to take in her surroundings and to pay attention to detail. I loved how Katie's outlook changed. The way the author describes the dogs in this story is riveting. They truly seem magical, and they are such a big part of the story. I highly recommend Hope In Every Raindrop. It is so much more than just a love story.
June 24, 2015
I was given a gifted copy by Story Cartel in exchange for an honest review.
I have to confess that at the beginning the slow pace of the story and the description in so full details made hard for me to get into the story but once I did I couldn’t stop reading until the very end of the book. You get to love all the characters in the book, people and dogs alike. The way he describes things is so great that you can feel the pain, the fear and the sadness right into you. Just and advise, don’t forget to get a whole packet of tissues, you’re going to need it. A beautiful story you don’t regret to get it.
I have to confess that at the beginning the slow pace of the story and the description in so full details made hard for me to get into the story but once I did I couldn’t stop reading until the very end of the book. You get to love all the characters in the book, people and dogs alike. The way he describes things is so great that you can feel the pain, the fear and the sadness right into you. Just and advise, don’t forget to get a whole packet of tissues, you’re going to need it. A beautiful story you don’t regret to get it.
May 27, 2015
This book had me from the very first paragraph. I am very scatter-brained and it is hard for me to pay attention but reading this book had me hooked after the very first page. I love the detail and description used in every paragraph that allows me to paint a mental picture of every sentence. Hope in Every Raindrop is a must read for anyone who is looking for an amazing feel good story that will allow you to immerse yourself into every scene even if you have a limited attention span like me. I highly recommend this book and a 5-star rating is only fitting for this exceptional read.
May 12, 2015
I adore romantic novels. However, they always seem too cheesy. Hope In Every Raindrop is not just a romantic story; it shares a meaning to life and gives the reader little moments to reflect on their own life and the choices they have made and have yet to make. I started and finished the book in two days. I can only say I have done that with a few books throughout my life.
I am looking forward to Mr. Bank's next book AND crossing my fingers Hope In Every Raindrop becomes a movie!
I am looking forward to Mr. Bank's next book AND crossing my fingers Hope In Every Raindrop becomes a movie!
May 27, 2015
I loved this book! Wesley Banks's well-developed characters and descriptions make it easy to visualize each scene. I was so captivated by the characters and their stories that I read this in two sittings and didn't want this story to end. With romance, dogs, and hope to buffer life's struggles, Mr. Banks has given us a wonderful story of love and triumph. A great read for anyone and a must-read for dog lovers. I highly recommend this book by this very talented newcomer.
May 1, 2015
Just finished reading this book and must say it didn't take me long! I was revited by the author's story line about finding hope in all things. I grew to love the characters especially the four-legged ones and cried like a baby at the loss of one. The author"s talent for writing about the connections we form with people and our beloved animals is evident and kept me reading to the end!
May 7, 2015
This book quickly drew me in and made me look forward to my daily evening reading time! The pictures of the characters and scenes were so well described and vivid in my mind. I story of love and life and struggles and hope, this book is a great summer read and will be hard to put down!
May 7, 2015
I just loved reading this book, I enjoy when the author gives the detail on the subjects to give you a little more so you can really feel your right there with them. This book does that and more. It is a must read for the romantic and animal lovers alike
June 30, 2015
this book is meant for someone who loves dogs and has a lot of patience while reading. People who can’t wait to get to the crunchy part, stay away!
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May 1, 2015
I enjoyed every minute of this book. Definitely kept my interest from beginning to end. I only wish the story would continue!!
September 8, 2016
Wonderful story about dogs, love, fire, rain and hope... Worth reading!
June 7, 2016
The Skinny
This novel is a blend of new adult, romance and literary fiction. The writing is done so seamlessly it’s hard to realize how to place this novel into a genre.
Katie is a young writer – a young, repeated bestselling writer in a single year – but she has lost all inspiration for writing. Her agent is chomping at the bit for the next book’s draft Katie has said she’s been working on. When faced with an ultimatum, Katie follows in her father’s footsteps to find her next story.
A stroke of fate lands Katie in Bishopville, South Carolina with an old-fashioned, country doctor, a strong, guarded young man and a pack of dogs that have an interesting history…and do even more interesting things.
The Players
“How did I ever write a New York Times Best Seller?” she said out loud.
Katie – Katie is grasping at straws to keep her agent and publisher off her back, but she doesn’t have a story at all. She doesn’t feel the inspiration to write. She’s young – only 21 – and skyrocketed into the big leagues of the publishing world. She takes matters into her own hands and follows in her father’s footsteps to get her story.
It was like his eyes judged her as a person even as his words judged her as a writer.
Kyle – Kyle is a strong, silent young man who formed a bond with a new breed of wild dogs – the Carolina grays. He lives in the barn out at his uncle’s place and is constantly dealing with ignoring tourists and passers by who want to see the dogs and the extraordinary work he does with them. Kyle is very hard to get a read on, and quite aloof.
Perhaps a few inches over six feet, his legs were like tree trunks against his jeans, and his forearms looked more like calves as he wrapped his hand around a large walking staff that stopped just past his shoulders. He had a neatly trimmed white beard and his hair was pulled back in a ponytail that hung barely above his shoulders. Every facet of him seemed imposing. Until he smiled.
Doc – Doc is a good ol’ Carolina man. He’s the local doctor and at times gets pulled away from the farm. He welcomes Katie with open arms and sets her up to work. He is Kyle’s uncle and sometimes has to assert that authority over his standoffish nephew.
Kyle swiveled around in his chair as the back door opened and Katie walked through. Earl followed, talking all the way.
“…four common whales in California? The gray whale, the humpback whale, the blue whale and the fin whale. The blue whale can be over one hundred tons!”
“Earl! How many times do I gotta tell you the customers don’t want to hear that nonsense?”
Earl looked at Pearl with a straight face. “Everyone likes whales.” Then her turned back around and walked right out the door still talking. “I mean, there is a whole television station on whales…”
Other than these three, there are two characters in town that are quite charming. Pearl’s Place is where Kyle and Doc get their supplies, but Pearl, the proprietor, is like a “wise grandmother” and Earl is a technology guru. Earl is eager for conversation and engagement. He cracked me up – like a little old man tinkering away but ready to strike a conversation with anyone while under Pearl’s thumb. Pearl and Earl point Katie in the right direction to get her story.
And then there are the dogs. There are many of them, paired up like sled dogs, but the one who takes prominence in the story is King. He was the first dog, whom Kyle discovered as an orphaned pup. They have an exceptional relationship that is tested in the book.
Brilliant plan, Katie. Write a book about a bunch of dogs and the least talkative person on the planet.
Katie was a very well-rounded character, and I appreciated all of the facets to her as a daughter, writer, and woman. I could understand her frustration with stoic and silent Kyle, but also how she turned some of that into humor on her own part. Doc is like the proverbial Santa Claus. Who doesn’t love Santa? He has the patience of a saint to put up with Kyle, but he is gentle as a lamb. Kyle, on the other hand, rubbed me the wrong way for the longest time…until more of his story was revealed.
Doc leads both Katie and Kyle in a journey of understanding one another. He creates the buffer between the two until they are comfortable enough for Kyle to open up and Katie to write the story she has come so far to write.
First Impressions
At first I had no idea what I was doing with this book. I admit it was a relationship purely based on cover love. Intriguing covers always get me!
Second Thoughts
Kyle is a lot more than meets the eye, but it’s hard to understand that by his natural hardened exterior. There is much more to this young man than Katie could ever have guessed, and she slowly discovers this piece by little piece as she whittles away life in Bishopville while working with Doc and Kyle. Kyle is so in sync with the dogs, which is why he works so well with them.
“Often times when a person looks at a dog they forget that the dog doesn’t look back at them the same way. When she sees you she doesn’t see a pretty brunette girl that loves to write. She sees the way your shoulders are slightly angled towards her. She notices the few strands of hair not tucked behind your ear. She watches the subtle part in your lips. The dogs see everything. The way you walk, the lightness or heaviness of a single step. The way you look at things, with curiosity or insecurity. Even the way you breathe. They take the time to notice the details that we often take for granted. All their decisions are based on these details.”
I thought this was a very powerful moment in the book, and also provided a turning point for Katie. It sure opened my eyes, that’s for sure!
The title comes from writings of Katie’s father. Kyle grew up with these sentiments, never knowing they came from anyone other than Doc. It was an interesting connection that linked them all together and showed just how perfect Katie’s search for her story is.
The writing of this novel is so relaxed in the writing style, yet controlled in what is revealed and how it is revealed. It is an interesting dynamic that suited well for the relationship between Katie and Kyle, as well a reader with the writing itself and the story that Katie eventually comes to write.
This is a book with many complexities, which is always welcomed to my shelves. There is a depth to this book that has such strong and touching moments – and lessons – to share with others.
This novel is a blend of new adult, romance and literary fiction. The writing is done so seamlessly it’s hard to realize how to place this novel into a genre.
Katie is a young writer – a young, repeated bestselling writer in a single year – but she has lost all inspiration for writing. Her agent is chomping at the bit for the next book’s draft Katie has said she’s been working on. When faced with an ultimatum, Katie follows in her father’s footsteps to find her next story.
A stroke of fate lands Katie in Bishopville, South Carolina with an old-fashioned, country doctor, a strong, guarded young man and a pack of dogs that have an interesting history…and do even more interesting things.
The Players
“How did I ever write a New York Times Best Seller?” she said out loud.
Katie – Katie is grasping at straws to keep her agent and publisher off her back, but she doesn’t have a story at all. She doesn’t feel the inspiration to write. She’s young – only 21 – and skyrocketed into the big leagues of the publishing world. She takes matters into her own hands and follows in her father’s footsteps to get her story.
It was like his eyes judged her as a person even as his words judged her as a writer.
Kyle – Kyle is a strong, silent young man who formed a bond with a new breed of wild dogs – the Carolina grays. He lives in the barn out at his uncle’s place and is constantly dealing with ignoring tourists and passers by who want to see the dogs and the extraordinary work he does with them. Kyle is very hard to get a read on, and quite aloof.
Perhaps a few inches over six feet, his legs were like tree trunks against his jeans, and his forearms looked more like calves as he wrapped his hand around a large walking staff that stopped just past his shoulders. He had a neatly trimmed white beard and his hair was pulled back in a ponytail that hung barely above his shoulders. Every facet of him seemed imposing. Until he smiled.
Doc – Doc is a good ol’ Carolina man. He’s the local doctor and at times gets pulled away from the farm. He welcomes Katie with open arms and sets her up to work. He is Kyle’s uncle and sometimes has to assert that authority over his standoffish nephew.
Kyle swiveled around in his chair as the back door opened and Katie walked through. Earl followed, talking all the way.
“…four common whales in California? The gray whale, the humpback whale, the blue whale and the fin whale. The blue whale can be over one hundred tons!”
“Earl! How many times do I gotta tell you the customers don’t want to hear that nonsense?”
Earl looked at Pearl with a straight face. “Everyone likes whales.” Then her turned back around and walked right out the door still talking. “I mean, there is a whole television station on whales…”
Other than these three, there are two characters in town that are quite charming. Pearl’s Place is where Kyle and Doc get their supplies, but Pearl, the proprietor, is like a “wise grandmother” and Earl is a technology guru. Earl is eager for conversation and engagement. He cracked me up – like a little old man tinkering away but ready to strike a conversation with anyone while under Pearl’s thumb. Pearl and Earl point Katie in the right direction to get her story.
And then there are the dogs. There are many of them, paired up like sled dogs, but the one who takes prominence in the story is King. He was the first dog, whom Kyle discovered as an orphaned pup. They have an exceptional relationship that is tested in the book.
Brilliant plan, Katie. Write a book about a bunch of dogs and the least talkative person on the planet.
Katie was a very well-rounded character, and I appreciated all of the facets to her as a daughter, writer, and woman. I could understand her frustration with stoic and silent Kyle, but also how she turned some of that into humor on her own part. Doc is like the proverbial Santa Claus. Who doesn’t love Santa? He has the patience of a saint to put up with Kyle, but he is gentle as a lamb. Kyle, on the other hand, rubbed me the wrong way for the longest time…until more of his story was revealed.
Doc leads both Katie and Kyle in a journey of understanding one another. He creates the buffer between the two until they are comfortable enough for Kyle to open up and Katie to write the story she has come so far to write.
First Impressions
At first I had no idea what I was doing with this book. I admit it was a relationship purely based on cover love. Intriguing covers always get me!
Second Thoughts
Kyle is a lot more than meets the eye, but it’s hard to understand that by his natural hardened exterior. There is much more to this young man than Katie could ever have guessed, and she slowly discovers this piece by little piece as she whittles away life in Bishopville while working with Doc and Kyle. Kyle is so in sync with the dogs, which is why he works so well with them.
“Often times when a person looks at a dog they forget that the dog doesn’t look back at them the same way. When she sees you she doesn’t see a pretty brunette girl that loves to write. She sees the way your shoulders are slightly angled towards her. She notices the few strands of hair not tucked behind your ear. She watches the subtle part in your lips. The dogs see everything. The way you walk, the lightness or heaviness of a single step. The way you look at things, with curiosity or insecurity. Even the way you breathe. They take the time to notice the details that we often take for granted. All their decisions are based on these details.”
I thought this was a very powerful moment in the book, and also provided a turning point for Katie. It sure opened my eyes, that’s for sure!
The title comes from writings of Katie’s father. Kyle grew up with these sentiments, never knowing they came from anyone other than Doc. It was an interesting connection that linked them all together and showed just how perfect Katie’s search for her story is.
The writing of this novel is so relaxed in the writing style, yet controlled in what is revealed and how it is revealed. It is an interesting dynamic that suited well for the relationship between Katie and Kyle, as well a reader with the writing itself and the story that Katie eventually comes to write.
This is a book with many complexities, which is always welcomed to my shelves. There is a depth to this book that has such strong and touching moments – and lessons – to share with others.
January 2, 2018
Wesley Banks has written a book about love, understanding and forgiveness. This story will pull you right in with the first chapter. You will be turning pages to see what happens to Katie and Kyle. Katie is a best selling author who has lost her touch for writing. A dart and map later will lead her across the country to what she hopes for a big story. Kyle trains dogs, but not in a manner that most people do. He is silent and mysterious which is how Katie met him.
Throughout this book you will find yourself hoping for the best but scared that something terrible will happen. Well worth the read!
Throughout this book you will find yourself hoping for the best but scared that something terrible will happen. Well worth the read!
January 10, 2020
I wasn't blown away by the first book (3 stars) but had heard people rave about this book.
I honestly only liked this book a little bit more than the first one. This book is a love story without any romance and I just felt like something was missing. However, it's a very quick read with parts and aspects I really liked.
I honestly only liked this book a little bit more than the first one. This book is a love story without any romance and I just felt like something was missing. However, it's a very quick read with parts and aspects I really liked.
March 24, 2020
Dog whisperr
Wesley Banks has a book here that even even someone like me who has raised and trained dogs all of my 66 years on earth a keen insight into a dogs ability to observe and learn it's as good as a dog book gets
Wesley Banks has a book here that even even someone like me who has raised and trained dogs all of my 66 years on earth a keen insight into a dogs ability to observe and learn it's as good as a dog book gets
December 27, 2024
Hard to breathe
There were so many moments that caused my heart to slow and my breathing to stop. I love the story so much that I couldn't even see if there we're grammatical errors. Totally caught up in the writing.
There were so many moments that caused my heart to slow and my breathing to stop. I love the story so much that I couldn't even see if there we're grammatical errors. Totally caught up in the writing.
February 27, 2025
inspiring and intriguing this is an excellent read!
This is so sweet, so interesting learning about people, learning about the dogs. So so good! Learn about relations and yourself. Worth the time.
This is so sweet, so interesting learning about people, learning about the dogs. So so good! Learn about relations and yourself. Worth the time.
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