All Dogs Go to Kevin

For dog lovers, this audio is a treat! A memoir can be a perfect fit for an author-narrator because when it works--and it works here--the intimacy of the listening experience is enhanced. In this heartfelt debut, Dr. Jessica Vogelsang recounts the trajectory of her life through the lens of the three dogs who guided her along the way--though the titular character, Kevin, isn't one of them. Taffy, Emmett, and Kekoa provide comfort and wisdom as each plays a pivotal role in Vogelsang's life. Her high-pitched voice and precise enunciation smacks of unfailing sincerity, and during moments of heartbreak, while her voice doesn't crack, it drops low and recedes, forcing listeners to lean in and offer a sympathetic ear. A.S. © AudioFile 2015, Portland, Maine