Gus and Glory
Gus and Glory by Sarah Guillory, published by Roaring Brook Press on May 20, 2025, is a middle-grade tale that explores the themes of family and friendship through the eyes of a young girl. The story follows twelve-year-old Gloria St. Romain, known as Glory, who has a passion for mysteries. When her mother unexpectedly leaves, Glory is thrust into a personal mystery that she is determined to solve while spending the summer with her grandparents.
In her quest for answers, Glory discovers Gus, a bloodhound who becomes her loyal companion. Together, they embark on an adventure filled with clues and discoveries, highlighting the bond between a girl and her dog. This edition, comprising 240 pages, offers accessible text that appeals to upper elementary and middle school readers, making it a fitting choice for those interested in stories about animals, growing up, and the complexities of family life.
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Perfect for fans of WISH and BECAUSE OF WINN-DIXIE comes award-winning author Sarah Guillory’s latest middle grade tale of found family and the unshakable bond between a girl and her beloved dog.
Twelve-year-old Gloria St. Romain, Glory to everyone who knows her, has always loved mysteries. She spends her time solving puzzles and reading detective novels, comforted by the knowledge that truth can always be found for those who look closely enough for it.
But when her mom suddenly leaves without a word, Glory is finally faced with the one mystery she can’t crack: Why did her mom leave, and where did she go?
Sent to spend the summer with her grandparents, Glory is determined to sniff out the clues to track down her mom. And when Glory comes upon Gus, a bloodhound in need of a friend, she realizes she’s been paired with the perfect partner to do just that.
With accessible text and a compulsively readable story, Gus and Glory is a perfect pick for upper elementary and middle school readers.
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