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Dogged Optimism (Large Print) - by Belinda Pollard (Paperback)

Dogged Optimism (Large Print) - by  Belinda Pollard (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>In this humorous and uplifting read, Belinda tells how her scruffy Aussie terrier Killarney has taught her to make the most of life in sub-tropical Australia. She cheers Belinda through job loss, grief, and failed romance. Killarney's motto: grab life by the throat and shake every last drop of joy out of it. Wrestle it, if you have to.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><strong>Praise for Dogged Optimism</strong></p><p>"An accomplished, inspiring piece of writing that had me <strong>completely hooked</strong> from the first page to the <strong>unexpected and gratifying end</strong>." <em>Gill Pavey, thebookreviewers.com</em></p><p><strong>For anyone who ever loved a pet or needed a laugh...</strong></p><p>In this humorous and uplifting read, Belinda recounts how her scruffy Aussie terrier Killarney has helped her through the toughest of days - and taught her to make the most of life.</p><p>Killarney is not afraid of anything that <strong>sub-tropical Australia</strong> can throw at her: venomous creatures, cancer, very large dogs. She becomes Belinda's furry comforter and cheer squad through job loss, grief, and failed romance.</p><p>You will be inspired by Killarney's motto: grab life by the throat and shake every last drop of joy out of it. Wrestle it, if you have to.</p><p><strong>Praise for Dogged Optimism: </strong></p><p>"A <strong>delightful</strong> read, as much about the ups and downs of owning a <strong>wilful dog</strong> as <strong>facing up to life</strong>, especially when it doesn't turn out as expected." <em>Marianne Wheelaghan, The Blue Suitcase </em></p><p>"<strong>Evocative</strong>, <strong>humorous</strong> tale." <em>Molly Greene, The Gen Delacourt Mysteries</em></p><p>"Will <strong>charm</strong> you ... and <strong>inspire</strong>." <em>Dawn Dicker, Writer & Content Strategist</em></p><p><em>"<strong>Entertaining</strong>, heartfelt and very <strong>relatable</strong>." Amazon</em></p><p><em>"F</em>ull of love, <strong>laughter</strong>, and <strong>life lessons</strong>." Amazon</p><p>"A <strong>gorgeous</strong> read." Goodreads</p><p>---------------</p><p><strong>Belinda Pollard</strong> is a multi-award-winning Australian mystery author and former journalist who used to chuckle about people who treated their pets like children - until it happened to her. Her hobbies now include dog-walking in the rain and failing dog training classes. She lives in Brisbane, Australia, travels the world (when she can find a good petsitter), and blogs at belindapollard.com.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p><strong>Praise for Dogged Optimism</strong></p><p>"An accomplished, inspiring piece of writing that had me <strong>completely hooked</strong> from the first page to the <strong>unexpected and gratifying end</strong>." <em>Gill Pavey, thebookreviewers.com</em></p><p>"A <strong>delightful</strong> read, as much about the ups and downs of owning a <strong>wilful dog</strong> as <strong>facing up to life</strong>, especially when it doesn't turn out as expected." <em>Marianne Wheelaghan, The Blue Suitcase </em></p><p>"<strong>Evocative</strong>, <strong>humorous</strong> tale." <em>Molly Greene, The Gen Delacourt Mysteries</em></p><p>"Will <strong>charm</strong> you ... and <strong>inspire</strong>." <em>Dawn Dicker, Writer & Content Strategist</em></p><p>"<strong>Entertaining</strong>, heartfelt and very <strong>relatable</strong>." Amazon</p><p><em>"F</em>ull of love, <strong>laughter</strong>, and <strong>life lessons</strong>." Amazon</p><p>"A <strong>gorgeous</strong> read." Goodreads</p><br>

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