I usually really like this author so I was bummed out with how this book turned out. There is a lot of promise – a story from the perspective of a bio-engineered war dog – but I didn’t think it came off very well.
Having one of the main points of view being from an intelligent dog is fine, but the voice of that dog seemed pretty cliche. Things like, “I am a good dog” and “The Master is angry” just felt awkward to read. I understand what the author was trying to evoke (I mean, I think I do) but it seemed amateurish and clunky.
The main arc of the story seemed to have run its course, and then the book went on for quite a bit longer – in an attempt to fit a few more issues into the story.
I’m not sure I can recommend this one – there are so many better books by this author.
Next I am reading Corelli’s Mandolin by Lous De Bernieres.
