Flawed Dogs
Flawed Dogs
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2009
Book Brief
240
Novel • Fiction
America • Contemporary
2009
Middle grade
10-14 years
920L
Super Short Summary
Flawed Dogs: The Shocking Raid on Westminster by Berkeley Breathed tells the story of Sam, an abandoned dachshund with a challenging past, who infiltrates the prestigious Westminster Dog Show and finds happiness with his owner, Heidy. The tale explores themes of resilience and friendship while featuring imaginative elements like talking animals and whimsical plot twists. The book includes depictions of animal cruelty.
Humorous
Emotional
Bittersweet
Inspirational
Fantastical
Reviews & Readership
2,525 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
Berkeley Breathed's Flawed Dogs delivers a heartwarming yet quirky tale that captures readers with its unique illustrations and engaging narrative. The book is praised for its humor and charm, though some critique its dark undertones and pacing. Overall, it’s a delightful read for those who appreciate offbeat animal stories.
Who Should Read Flawed Dogs?
A reader who enjoys Flawed Dogs by Berkeley Breathed is likely a fan of heartwarming animal tales imbued with whimsy and humor. Comparable to readers of Marley & Me by John Grogan and The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein, they appreciate stories that highlight the deep bond between humans and their canine companions.
2,525 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
240
Novel • Fiction
America • Contemporary
2009
Middle grade
10-14 years
920L
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