The Dog Stars
By Peter Heller
Why this book?
The Dog Stars is eye-opening not only in style but also in concept. The book starts after a deadly virus has wiped out most of humanity, following widower, Hig, and his dog as they make a home in an abandoned airport hangar. One day a transmission comes through the radio on Hig’s Cessna, giving him hope for a better life with people. The most intriguing aspect about this book is Heller’s writing style. It took me a beat to get into the odd formatting and cadence of his story, but once I did, I was completely immersed. His characters are engaging, and the story is executed so expertly that it catapults you into Heller’s post-apocalyptic world, one we could all imagine if COVID was allowed to run rampant. This book has heart and will give you shivers as you read about our potential future if COVID is not contained.
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