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A "wholly satisfying" (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) novel in verse starring a boy, a lost dog, and a lonely old man, from Newbery Honoree Marion Dane Bauer

Mark is a boy who needs a dog. But he can't get his mom on board with his plan.

Buddy is a dog who needs a boy. Buddy has an owner already, but not one who understands what a dog really needs.

Mr. LaRue is a neighbor who needs a community. He's alone all the time in his huge old house--and everyone needs more than that.

Over the course of a summer thunderstorm and one chaotic town council meeting, these three characters cross paths and come together in a timeless tale ripe with emotions. They'll realize they all need the same things: love, understanding, and a sense of belonging--plus a place to play a game of fetch!

ISBN-13

9781442434240

ISBN-10

1442434244

Weight

0.25 Pounds

Dimensions

5.13 x 0.50 x 7.63 In

List Price

$7.99

Format

Paperback

Language

English

Pages

208 pages

Publisher

Atheneum Books for Young Readers

Published On

2013-05-07



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