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Until Tuesday

Luis Carlos Montalvan
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Until Tuesday

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2011

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Luis Carlos Montalvan

Until Tuesday

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

252

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 2000s

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Until Tuesday by Luis Carlos Montalván and Bret Witter, narrates the transformative journey of US veteran Captain Luis Montalván as he navigates life after serving in Iraq and Afghanistan, with the help of his service dog, Tuesday. Negotiating PTSD, physical injuries, and social anxieties, Luis forms a deep bond with Tuesday, who enables him to regain independence and re-engage with society, ultimately promoting awareness of the vital role service dogs play for veterans.

Inspirational

Emotional

Heartwarming

Hopeful

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.4

12,384 ratings

83%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Until Tuesday by Luis Carlos Montalvan is widely praised for its heartfelt narrative and deep portrayal of the bond between a wounded veteran and his service dog, Tuesday. Critics commend its emotional depth and inspirational story. However, some reviews note a lack of cohesion in the storytelling and occasional repetitiveness in thematic elements.

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Who Should Read Until Tuesday?

A reader who would enjoy Until Tuesday by Luis Carlos Montalvan is interested in compelling memoirs, military experiences, and stories of companionship and healing. Comparable to readers of Marley & Me by John Grogan and Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand, they appreciate heartwarming tales of resilience and the bond between humans and animals.

4.4

12,384 ratings

83%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Fun Facts

The title "Until Tuesday" is a reference to the profound bond between Luis and his service dog, Tuesday, who played a critical role in helping Luis manage and overcome the challenges he faced due to his injuries.

Until Tuesday not only inspired readers but also helped raise awareness about the importance and impact of service dogs for veterans suffering from PTSD and other disabilities.

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Luis Carlos Montalvan, a former U.S. Army Captain, and Tuesday, his golden retriever service dog, became famous after appearing in numerous media outlets and programs, including NPR and NBC's The Today Show.

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Book Details
Pages

252

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 2000s

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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