Publisher Synopsis
A tale of two very different worlds, both shattered by the loss of loved ones. Tragic, comic and full of hope, thanks to a dog called Boy.
The kennel has been JC’s home ever since his new adoptive father locked him inside. For hours on end, JC sits and tells his dog Boy how he came to this country: his family; the orphanage and the Haitian earthquake that swept everything away.
When his adoptive mother Melanie rescues him, life starts to feel normal again. Until JC does something bad, something that upset his new father so much that he and Boy are banished to the kennel. But as his new father gets sicker, JC realizes they have to find a way out. And so begins a stunning story of a boy, a dog and their journey to freedom.
Teal Review
*** Thank you to the publisher, ONEWorld Publications, for sending me an ARC copy for review***
This book was so good and so unique! I wasn’t really sure what I was going into when I read the back of this book, because the description wasn’t very helpful to be honest, but I was so surprised at the end! This book was heartbreaking with a splash of joy and innocents. It is told through the eyes of a child and it was a really nice insight to the process of a juvenile mind. However, on top of that it is written through the voice of a refugee. That was a real eye opener for me, especially with what’s going on with American politics right now. It made me realize how important all human life is and that people deserve to be safe, healthy and and not treat life garbage. This book really was amazing and I will definitely be investigating more in some of Nikki’s other books. Five out of five stars for me. It is worth the read!
Happy Reading!
xoxoSarah