A Dog Called Homeless
A Dog Called Homeless by Sarah Lean is a reprint edition published by HarperCollins on January 7, 2014. This 224-page novel explores the unique bond between a girl named Cally Fisher and a homeless dog, intertwining themes of family and loss. Cally believes she can see her deceased mother, a connection that is mirrored by a mysterious wolfhound that appears whenever her mother does, prompting questions about belief and belonging.
Readers will find a narrative that delicately addresses social themes such as death and the healing power of companionship. The story presents Cally’s struggle to convince her father of the dog’s significance while navigating her own grief. With its focus on animals and the emotional landscape of family dynamics, A Dog Called Homeless offers a thoughtful exploration suitable for those interested in juvenile fiction that resonates with themes of love and loss.
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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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