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"Affectionate, funny ... so sweet-natured that it makes you want to hug him." --"Daily Mail"
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A heart-warming and thoroughly entertaining memoir of life as an ER vet
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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Vet on Call is a book that you will look at fondly for years to come on your bookshelf. By the time one has finished reading Marc Abraham's passionate journey as a struggling Vet you feel like you really know him...and what a likeable character! The book describes Marc's pathway from a young boy who was passionate about animals to his first experiences of a Vet who wanted to make a difference, but against the odds of other more senior colleagues who didn't believe in him. Marc sets out on a mission to create an amazing out of hours practice despite much ambivalence from others. He beautifully describes his late night experiences of saving animals' lives throughout the night. The different stories are touching, painful at times but also very very funny. These are very much the stories of a modern day Vet rather than some of the usual more traditional Vet stories, which often feel predictable and stuck in a an outdated genre. As well as so many delightful animal stories the joy of this book is also how well Marc builds up the other characters in the book and shows so much of himself and his relationship with others. I particularly enjoyed the unfolding stories about his relationships with his parents, which were very funny but also so touching to read of the loving relationships in the Abraham household. So this is a book for both animal and people lovers. It would also be a great inspiration to any young would be vets. As a book it crosses ages, gender and interests in it's appeal. Not an easy feat. A real good feel book! Book 2 please.....
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
In this book Marc has shown very funny moments from his emergency clinic!!! One of my favourite chapters is the man who had a dog which was a 'prize winner,' but didn't have any testicles!!! I love the book and I have told all my friends to get it!!! AND SO SHOULD YOU!!!
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is a great book from Marc, his passion and compassion shine through the humour with which he describes his early days of being an emergency vet. A great book to read all in one sitting or to dip into when you have 20 minutes to spare. The Donkey story will stay with me forever I can just picture the scene now!
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Vet on call
This book was a delight to read. mark is funny and insightful, and most important, humble. Lots of great stories in here. A must read if you like animals.
Published 2 months ago by Sharila
disappointed
I picked up this book by chance at the airport. Being an animal lover and knowing Marc from one of his TV shows, I thought it could be an interesting read. Read more
Published 3 months ago by stella
sad, dull and dreary
This book is basically a series of generally descriptive of episodes written without much or any charm, warmth or insight. Read more
Published 3 months ago by N smith
Very funny book, easy to read!
A fab little book that allows the reader to dip in and out of. Its a collection of stories told by a likeable chap- Marc, an out of hours vet in Brighton. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Mrs. D. HANSON
Endearing, but terrible
I'd like to start off gently by saying that I have great respect for Marc Abraham and his current campaign against puppy farming. I have great respect for him as a vet. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Mrs. Nicola Clements
great fun to read
Loved it easy reading for all the family, whens the next book coming out?
Mark has treated my dog and he is a great vet, keep up the good work
Mark has treated my dog and he is a great vet, keep up the good work
Published 6 months ago by V.thornton
Vet on Call
Thoroughly enjoyable book from Marc Abraham which I read in a couple of hours. Each chapter deals with a specific animal or theme. Read more
Published 7 months ago by G. Archer
Really Good Animal Lover's Book
I read this book in two days as I couldn't put it down! Really funny in parts but also has it's sadder moments. A must for an animal lover!
Published 7 months ago by Sharon
Vet On Call
This book is entertaining and easy to read. Each chapter has a unique story about the animals that turn up at the vet. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Holly B
enjoyable read
I read about this book in Pet Plan news letter, I thought this book was an enjoyble read and had a few giggles while reading it.
A must for any animal lover. Read more
A must for any animal lover. Read more
Published 10 months ago by michelle
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