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Mark Hawkins mark_hawkins — "Age is a terrible thief. Just when you're getting the hang of life, it knocks your legs our from under you and stoops your back." The following is taken from Wikipedia, b/c I’m too lazy to write my own synopsis right now: Set during the Great Depression of the 1930s, Water for Elephants tells the story of a young man who leaves his life as a Cornell University veterinary student and joins the circus after his parents are killed in an automobile accident. The story is told as a series of memories. The main character, Jacob Jankowski, is in a nursing home and reminisces about his time with the circus. Jacob is employed as the show’s veterinarian and he faces a number of challenges in dealing with the head trainer, August, while also learning how to function in the hierarchy of the circus and falling in love. This is one of the most enjoyable books I’ve read so far this year. It’s not particularly “deep” or earth-shattering, but it was such a joy to read. First of all, who doesn’t like the circus? Even though this book reveals some of the grittier realities of circus life (or what it once was), it’s still a lot of fun to imagine the big top and performers. I also like the perspective of Jacob as a grumpy old man, looking back on his story. His stubbornness is humorous, but also insightful as to how life changes when you grow old. Water for Elephants is a quick read that draws you into the plot. The characters are colorful and interesting (especially Rosie, the elephant). The ending is a bit “neat and tidy,” and wrapped up quite quickly, but I’m ok with that. Like I said, it’s not a life-changing novel, it’s just a great summer read.

Erika Hiebert erikahiebert — The best book I have ever read!