A Dog Called Homeless
A Dog Called Homeless by Sarah Lean is a poignant tale published by HarperCollins on September 4, 2012. This first edition spans 208 pages and is written in English. The story centers around Cally Fisher, a girl who believes she can see her deceased mother, a connection that is uniquely shared with a mysterious wolfhound that appears whenever her mother does. The narrative explores themes of family, loss, and the bond between humans and animals.
Readers will find that A Dog Called Homeless delves into Cally’s struggle to convince her father of her experiences and the significance of the silver-gray dog in their lives. The book addresses social issues related to death and dying, as well as the challenges faced by families dealing with grief. With its engaging writing style and focus on the relationship between Cally and the dog, this novel resonates with those who appreciate stories about animals and their impact on human emotions.
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Praised by Newbery Medal–winning author Katherine Applegate as “graceful” and “miraculous,” this Schneider Family Book Award–winning novel tells how one girl’s friendship with a homeless dog mends a family’s heart.
Cally Fisher knows she can see her dead mother, but the only other living soul who does is a mysterious wolfhound who always seems to be there when her mom appears. How can Cally convince anyone that her mom is still with the family, or persuade her dad that the huge silver-gray dog belongs with them?
With beautiful, spare writing and adorable animals, A Dog Called Homeless is perfect for readers of favorite middle-grade novels starring dogs, such as Because of Winn-Dixie and Shiloh.
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