I’m so honored to have Barbara Barth back on my blog! She’s one of the most heartfelt writers I’ve met and have had the honor to work with on WOW! Women on Writing. I put together this blog tour and there have been so many glowing reviews on her poetic memoir, Sleeping With Dogs. And this will be another one!
Before we get to my review, here’s more about the book:
Barbara Barth started adopting dogs after the loss of her husband in 2008. From larger dogs to downsizing to Chihuahuas there are always five to six dogs at home. Barth has captured the essence of each dog’s personality in short free verse poems. Known as Writer With Dogs, Barth has written two memoirs and a variety of novels. Dogs are always present in her stories. This is her first collection of poems. A chapbook of second chances.
My Review:
While I don’t have a dog in my life (yet, I might add), I can’t help but love books about dogs. I can tell through each poem in this poetic memoir that Barbara Barth has had a life filled with love and dogs. And each poem is a reflection of those precious relationships. I loved how she described her pups and their personalities.
If you aren’t sure of poetry, don’t worry. She has a fluidity in her writing, so you know what she’s saying. It’s free verse, which is my favorite kind of poetry.
This is a wonderful gift to give if you are a dog lover! Or to add to your own reading collection.
Purchase a copy of the book on Amazon. You can also add it to your Goodreads reading list.
