Lily and the Octopus

De: Steven Rowley

Narrado por: Michael Urie

Named to the American Library Association’s Reference & User Services (RUSA) Listen List!

Combining the emotional depth of The Art of Racing in the Rain with the magical spirit of The Life of Pi, Lily and the Octopus is an epic adventure of the heart.

When you listen to Lily and the Octopus, you will be taken on an unforgettable ride. The magic of this novel is in the listening, and we don't want to spoil it by giving away too many details. We can tell you that this is a story about that special someone: the one you trust, the one you can't live without. For Ted Flask, that someone special is his aging companion, Lily, who happens to be a dog.

Lily and the Octopus reminds us how it feels to love fiercely, how difficult it can be to let go, and how the fight for those we love is the greatest fight of all.

Remember the last book you told someone they had to listen to? Lily and the Octopus is the next one.

©2016 Steven Rowley (P)2016 Simon & Schuster

Reseñas de la Crítica

"Michael Urie narrates with a heartfelt passion that makes one giggle and laugh, nod in understanding and sob with sorrow. Urie's authentic emotion comes out in every character, whether it's Lily the dog's excitement, Ted the human's frustration, or the nameless octopus's apathy." ( AudioFile)

Charming, quirky, funny and heartbreaking.

Beautiful tribute to the love of a four legged companion. I related to this book so much. Highly recommend it. I laughed out loud and I cried. Just jump in and let yourself be swept along for the ride.

So sad, but perfect.

I tried to avoid liking this book, I know how dog stories go. But this was different. The voice of Lily is perfect and anyone who has ever loved a dog will immediately recognize themselves.

Recommended for animals lovers.

This novel is best suited for animal lovers, especially those that have (or have had) strong bonds with a pet. The story is quirky and very sweet. The narration is excellent.

Made my cry

Listener beware, this will def make you teary, especially if you’ve lost a pet recently like I have. But it’s a wonderful performance and a cute story.

Caution

This audiobook is amazing. Well-written, evocative and heart-warming, it explores elements of relationships, mental illness, and just the day-to-day dealing with intense emotions and situations.

But if you are a true animal lover, get prepared for some heavy sobbing. Thank heavens for the last bit of the book that brings you out of it again.

Tofurkey to live for

Rowley captures the essence of a dachshund's joy. He magically voices Lily's love of life and all the surprises it brings. Along the journey, through laughter, adventure and heart wrenching sorrow, Lily teaches us how to live and love deeply.

Perfection

I laughed and I cried, that’s the best! I loved everything about this book, it was funny and quirky and dealt with the deepest of human emotions- life and death. For anyone who has loved their dog this book is a must. Thank you Steven Rowley

Beautifully sad

I ugly cried & felt the beauty of life and death and love. Enough said. Everything.

Perfect for animal lovers

I loved this book it sparkles your imagination and takes you on a journey of pure love between a dog in someone who makes her a true companion.

awesome

such a sweet story. it really hits home for anyone who has out lived a beloved pet. it's quite the tear jerker and is masterful written. great job narrating, but I didn't like the sharp jerky voice that he inconsistently gave to Lilly.