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The Pits (Kramer and Shadow #1)
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Greg (wwwgoodreadscomgregs) I have 5 FREE copies of my new audiobook available to anyone who is interested in reviewing it.

“Of all the crimes to receive major focus in literary thrillers, the one depicted in this book has to be one of the rarest. Even more rare are stories that feature dogs as major characters without resorting to an overabundance of predictable slapstick humor. This novel, THE PITS, certainly features its fair range of emotions, but for the most part it is thrilling, suspenseful, and very serious.
I have never read a book that so brilliantly captured an animal's legitimate role in certain dangerous situations. A well-trained canine in the field, for a variety of different jobs, is priceless, and Smith (clearly another dog lover) is able to capture that undeniable fact in brilliant prose.
Although Corporal Shadow, USMC, is a somewhat personified character, he still reads as an authentic trained pooch. Captain Kramer, USMC, also has an air of legitimacy about him, sharing a number of personality traits with real men his age who have seen military action. These characterizations give the novel a distinct air of credibility, portraying author Greg Smith as a man who is either highly knowledgeable or who certainly does his research — or both.
Smith intended for the relationship between Kramer and Shadow to be one of intense love and trust. I cannot stress how much that relationship highlighted how horrible the abuse these dogs forced to fight experienced. This novel had the ability to shock me with the amount of detail provided about the abuses these animals were forced to endure. The amount of effort placed in raising awareness in this novel has to be acknowledged. 
THE PITS handles a sensitive topic in a very inspiring way, with an interesting story line full of twist and discoveries. I recommend this novel and give it 4 out of 4 stars. If you have ever loved a dog, or any animal for that matter, then you will understand and appreciate Captain Kramer’s dedication to fight for the animals he loves.
If you love a good action/adventure book where the hero has a righteous cause, you'll love The Pits by Greg Smith and you'll be excited to know that the ending hints at a second book. He is also keen to use most of the sales from his books to helping animal shelters.”


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Kimberly (mountainclimber) | 47 comments I don't usually read/listen to many military related books, but this sounds quite different. I would like to give this a try. You can contact me at [email protected]


Greg (wwwgoodreadscomgregs) Many thanks for your interest, Kimberly. You'll be hearing from me very shortly.

Cheers
Greg


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Audiothing Greg,
Two things, firstly, I admire you writing about such a sensitive topic, but it's not for me. However, my next donation to the RSPCA will be with your dogs in mind

Secondly, you might want to ensure there is an Audible book cover put on here, so all your Audible reviewers can use the correct cover.
When I review, and the author/narrator failed to put up an Audible cover, I used to request one from the librarians. It's just a bother though, I don't do it any more believing it should be down to people requesting the review.
Good luck with your requests for reviews. I'd be happy to post one on my blog so long as there is some written assurance on Audible that monies will be donated
All the best


Greg (wwwgoodreadscomgregs) My apologies for not posting the audiobook cover. I have now done so. As to assurances that monies will be donated to animal shelters, what more can I do other than say it will be so? Audible.com will not ally themselves to my statement, I can only ask that readers will accept my oath that monies will indeed be donated.


message 6: by Audiothing (new)

Audiothing Greg wrote: "My apologies for not posting the audiobook cover. I have now done so. As to assurances that monies will be donated to animal shelters, what more can I do other than say it will be so? Audible.com w..."

Is that right? You'd think they would be proud to be associated with it. I guess you can include it in the publishers summary, what more can you do, good luck!


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