Ella in Europe : An American Dog's International Adventures

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Summary: Best Book I've Read In a Long Time
Review: I am a big dog lover who volunteers at our local SPCA. I have a Cockapoo (Tyler), an Akita mix (Farley), and a great Golden named Roxy. All of us loved Ella's story of traveling in Europe. We all wished we could be there together, going to restaurants and shops. Michael Konik writes about his "best friend" with sensitivity and real understanding. He's obviously a "dog person"! I don't travel as much as I would like to, because I hate to leave my babies behind. After reading about Michael and Ella's adventures I feel inspired to get my dogs over to Europe and have some of the same experiences. This book made me cry tears of happiness. It's really that good. As soon as I finish writing this review I'm ordering 5 more copies to give to other people who love dogs.

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Summary: I'm an Ella Fan
Review: I got to meet Ella and her dad the author last weekend, and I got a "paw-tograph" from her in my book. What can I say? She's awesome, and I can't imagine anyone who likes dogs not loving this book. It's a great story about a really nice doggie, which all of us who care for a four-legged companion can relate to. I literally laughed and wiped away a tear because the author is a very moving writer.

Favorite moments include the restuarant in Paris and the rainy night in Prague, the Mozart visit, and of course riding on a boat in Venice. My only complaint is that I read the whole book cover to cover in one day. I wanted it to go on, maybe more countries visited, or more adventures. I hope there's a sequel!

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Summary: Heartwarming and Funny
Review: Like the author I have had dogs in my life from a very early age and I have always appreciated the good things that they bring to life. I have a black lab mix (Porter) who I have always wanted to take with me on trips. Ella's travels in Europe are something that many dog people would like to do but don't because of cost or logistics. It's fun to read about a dog-lover who actually did what all of us wish about doing. I laughed out loud many times during this easy to read book. My Porter does some of the same things Ella does, like standing in between stranger's legs for attention and kissing when asked. I also shed a tear or two. This is a very moving book. I recommend it to anyone who has ever loved a dog. Warning: Some of the pictures are EXTREMELY CUTE!

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Summary: Couldn't Put It Down
Review: Once I started I couldn't put this book down. If you're a dog person you're going to love this. I've never been to Europe but I felt like I did after reading about Ella's travels.