I picked up this book because I like the movie and I'm glad to say that I liked this book even more than the movie. There are three main reasons why I can definitely see myself re-reading this book sometime soon:

1. Bob is one of my new favourite male protagonists mostly because he's different from the normal toxic-masculinity-drenched male protagonists I see. He's shy, he's awkward, lonely, he's kind, but he's also dangerous and that combination was really interesting to see.

2. His and Nadia's romance was so sweet and I really liked the fact that after knowing each other for a couple months there's more of a subtle attraction that honestly could end up just being platonic. Further, I really appreciated the way the book treated Nadia as a real person and not just a love interest.

3. (This is the biggest reason to be honest) Bob's fondness for Rocco is the most adorable thing on the entire fucking planet. Case in point:

" Bob counted the money with the speed only bartenders and casino dealers had. All there. Ten grand. He waved the sheaf of money in front of Rocco, fanning his face with it.
Bob said, “You worth it?”
The puppy looked back at him, head cocked.
“I don’t know,” Bob said. “It’s a lot of money.”
Rocco put his front paws on the edge of the sink and nibbled Bob’s wrist with those sharp, spiky puppy teeth.
Bob scooped him up with his free hand and pressed their faces together. “I’m kidding, I’m kidding. You’re worth it.” "

10/10 would recommend googling "the drop dog gifs", trust me, it'll make your day