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Pure Joy

By: Danielle Steel
Narrated by: Renée Raudman
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Here from #1 New York Times best-selling author Danielle Steel is a charming love letter to the pet dogs that have enriched her life.

In this funny, lovely, moving memoir, Danielle Steel tells the story of how she met a dog the size of a mouse with a personality that could light up an entire room. From Minnie's arrival at home in San Francisco to clothes-shopping jaunts in Paris, her adventures provide the perfect backdrop for a heartfelt look at the magic that dogs bring to our lives and how they become part of the family.

We meet Steel's childhood pug, James; and Elmer, the basset hound who was steadfastly at her side in her struggling days as a young writer. We also meet Sweet Pea—unveiled in a Tiffany box for a dog-loving husband—and all those lucky dogs who shared a household of nine children, other canines, and one potbellied pig. As Steel reflects on the beloved pets who have brought joy—and sometimes chaos—to her home through the years, she also shares her thoughts on the trials and tribulations of bringing a new dog into a household, the challenges of housebreaking and compatibility, and the losses we feel forever.

Filled with colorful characters (human and otherwise), delightful photographs, practical wisdom drawn from long experience, and brimming with warmth and insight, Pure Joy is a love letter to this special relationship—and one of the most charming books yet from the incomparable Danielle Steel.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2013 Danielle Steel (P)2013 Blackstone Audio, Inc.

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Pure Joy is just that! Pure Joy!

I adopted my first rescue dog! He is amazing and since then I only ever want to read about dogs! I have a black and white chihuahua mix! We are not world travelers but I too hand fed my puppy to entice him to eat! I love to read stories about how much people love their dogs! I love mine so much as well! He rescued me the day I rescued him! I love my Christmas Kringle Little Buddy the Elf (that is his name) I thank God for him everyday!

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We love our dogs…

I have had this in my library for awhile, but decided to listen to it now. My daughter just lost her dog and my beloved little man won’t be with us for long - so I needed the stories of dog love at this time❤️❤️

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A Sweet Memoir

I found Danielle Steel's Pure Joy: The Dogs We Love to be a sweet, informative, and fun little story. The author talks about everything from how she acquired her pups, some helpful tips on training, with lots of information about the particular breeds she favors.

The anecdotes are interesting, and the narrator, Renée Raudman, does a fine job with it.

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Joy XXL

It was a wonderful listen even if at this moment you do not have a dog but at some time in life you had. And that why not approach I just loved it! Yes to pleasing yourself at all times even before pleasing others.

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dog lovers only!

loved all the dog stories
the joy of owning small dogs
the love family and dogs

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Love the book!

I loved this book about dogs. I am also a dog lover and loved everything about it. Need more like this.

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Joy

There is nothing to dislike about this book. My husband and I truly enjoyed listening to this book. Thank you.

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Really enjoyed this!

As an animal and dog lover, especially our chihuahuas! They are small, but not as small as this pup!

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Learnt about Danielle Steele

Very interesting and easy to listen too!! Have read all of DaniellevSteele books Liked learning about her.

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Boring

Nothing to gain from this book. No contribution. D. S. Was writing her dogs problems

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