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Reviewed on March 1, 2012 | Grades 5-up
Gr 4–6—A former fighting dog, Shep has been rescued and is living with a boy and his family. He continues to suffer from nightmares of his former life. His fragile recovery is compounded when the family members evacuate their home because of a hurricane and leaves him behind. Most of the narrative focuses on Shep's struggle for survival and his bonding with other abandoned and stray dogs as they face not only a severe s...Log In or Sign Up to Read More