The Longest Trip Home by John Grogan

This is the story of John Grogan and his family.  He came from a devout catholic family just outside of Detroit in the 1960's - 1970's.  He managed to disappoint his parents at what he preceived as every turn.  From not embracing their religion as his parents had on thru the usual kid stuff and his love affair and eventual marriage to a very stong willed woman named Jenny.  

The story takes you through a great family saga that everyone can relate to.  It really shows what a surprise Marley was to him after he had the best dog on the planet as a kid.  It has very complex relationships as all families do.  Again it will make you laugh out loud and also cry.  great book.