A Big Little Life: A Memoir of a Joyful Dog Named Trixie

Dean Koontz

Jul 2011 · Sold by Bantam

About this ebook

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • In a profound, funny, and beautifully rendered portrait of a beloved companion, bestselling novelist Dean Koontz remembers the golden retriever who changed his life.

A retired service dog, Trixie was three when Dean and his wife, Gerda, welcomed her into their home. She was superbly trained, but her greatest gifts couldn’t be taught: her keen intelligence, her innate joy, and an uncanny knack for living in the moment. Whether chasing a tennis ball or protecting those she loved, Trixie gave all she had to everything she did, inspiring Dean and Gerda to trust their instincts and recapture a sense of wonder that will remain with them always. Trixie lived fewer than twelve years; in this wide world, she was a little thing. But in every way that mattered, she lived a big life.

Ratings and reviews

I have read all of his books and this book in particular, he gave me and signed it. It is a wonderful tribute to their fantastic dog. Also, gave insight to this man and wife and the joy and happiness this family member brought them. Cheers to you both!!

Love The Koontz though I have never met them. Love the dog, thanks for sharing her with us.

Such a good book. Makes you think

About the author

Dean Koontz, the author of many #1 New York Times bestsellers, lives in Southern California with his wife, Gerda, their golden retriever, Elsa, and the enduring spirit of their goldens, Trixie and Anna.