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by Ann M. Martin
Bone and his sister, Squirrel, are stray dogs born in a shed. Left motherless as puppies, the two dogs survive together for a while, but are soon wrenched apart. Bone doesn't know if his sister is still alive, and must now go on, alone.
Charlie is a boy who has suffered a terrible loss. And, as he's healing with the help of his dog, another tragedy occurs.
Henry's best friend has moved away. All Henry has wanted is a dog of his own. But his parents won't let him.
Bone, Charlie, and Henry live very different lives, but they are fated to intersect in surprising ways. Award-winning author Ann M. Martin has written a powerful, heartfelt novel that's perfect for anyone who has ever longed for a dog, or loved one.
"[Martin] artfully alternates and gradually weaves together threads from the canine and human tales until the three stories converge in time and space into a completely heartwarming and satisfying finale. Essential fare for fans of A Dog's Life or the perfectly crafted canine tale." - Kirkus Reviews
"Starred Review. Animal lovers of all ages will cherish this moving tale of man's—or in this case, boy's—best friend. Ages 9–12." - Publishers Weekly
"Each subplot will keep readers quickly turning the pages for the sense of adventure and the hint of mystery .... Give this one to fans of DiCamillo's Because of Winn-Dixie and Creech's Love that Dog." - Shelf Awareness
"This is a sensitive, gentle read that surrounds its occasional heartbreak with plenty of hope and warm feelings." - Booklist
"This is a touching and ultimately happy story that will appeal to fans of Phyllis Reynolds Naylor's Shiloh and Fred Gipson's Old Yeller, as well as to a wider audience." - School Library Journal
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Ann M Martin is the author of the Baby-sitters club and Main Street series; the novels Belle Teal, A Corner of the Universe (winner of the Newbery Honor), Here Today, and On Christmas Eve, as well as the Doll People novels (written with Laura Godwin and illustrated by Brian Selznick); and the novels P. S. Longer Letter Later and Snail Mail No More, written with Paula Danziger. Ann lives in upstate New York with her beloved dog, Sadie, whose mother was a stray, and several rescued cats.
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