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The Story of Edgar Sawtelle

By: David Wroblewski
Narrated by: Richard Poe
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The extraordinary debut novel that became a modern classic.

Born mute, speaking only in sign, Edgar Sawtelle leads an idyllic life with his parents on their farm in remote northern Wisconsin. For generations, the Sawtelles have raised and trained a fictional breed of dog whose remarkable gift for companionship is epitomized by Almondine, Edgar's lifelong friend and ally.

Edgar seems poised to carry on his family's traditions, but when catastrophe strikes, he finds his once-peaceful home engulfed in turmoil.

Forced to flee into the vast wilderness lying beyond the Sawtelle farm, Edgar comes of age in the wild, fighting for his survival and that of the three yearling dogs who accompany him, until the day he is forced to choose between leaving forever or returning home to confront the mysteries he has left unsolved.

Filled with breathtaking scenes, the elemental north woods, the sweep of seasons, an iconic American barn, a fateful vision rendered in the falling rain. The Story of Edgar Sawtelle is a meditation on the limits of language and what lies beyond, a brilliantly inventive retelling of an ancient story, and an epic tale of devotion, betrayal, and courage in the American heartland.

©2008 David Wroblewski (P)2013 HarperCollinsPublishers Fiction Genre Fiction Literary Fiction Heartfelt Tearjerking
Beautiful Writing • Compelling Narrative • Rich Descriptions • Emotional Depth • Unique Storyline • Soothing Voice
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This book was a great read. I absolutely loved the story, but the issue came with the ending. I thought the ending was a illogical ending. It doesn't give any closure, just ends. Very abrupt. The only positive is that you have absolutely no idea what is to come until 10 pages left in the book. All in all I would recommend this book, just expect a poor ending.

Great story, horrible ending.

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I enjoyed this book, hating to get out of the car and stop listening, until the end. The ending was the worst I have read (listened to) in decades.

The ending

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There are books that a reader remembers years after the reading…I’m certain this will be one of those books.

Amazing retelling of Hamlet

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Great spin on Hamlet. Loved every minute. Narrator was excellent. Can’t wait for the sequel.

Great story. Well narrated.

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it ended to early! What about????.....
I've so many unanswered questions!
I absolutly love Richard Poe!

WOW, I did not see that coming!!

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I love this book and both stories byWroblewski. Buy you can't reference Kareem Abdul Jabarr's career before it actually happens.

Excellent

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Oh my gosh. Before finishing this book I was already writing my rave review. I’m obsessed with David Wroblewski’s writing. I often pause to write down his words and phrasings for things. I read Familaris prior to this, so I was excited to connect with these characters again. But then…
The ending!!!!!!
How could you do this to us Wroblewski?! If he hadn’t written Familaris after this I’d think it was a cliff hanger for the next book. But nope. He just marched us up the most beautiful mountain and then pushed us off the cliff. :(

WTH?!

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Yes, it’s heart wrenching but such an amazing story with characters you love and some you hate. I read this book years ago and remembered liking it but had forgotten much of the story. I very much enjoyed it more listening to it. The narration is perfect as well. I highly recommend it.

Wonderful!

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This was a great book. I loved it.
I would highly recommend. I wished it was longer I didnt want it to end.

love it and would highly recommend to anyone.

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I liked the entire book and hope to find more by this author, perhaps even a sequel!

The bond between dogs and humans was incredible.

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