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Stay! - by Lois Lowry (Paperback)

Stay! - by  Lois Lowry (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Born between a board fence and a set of trash cans, Keeper the dog faces every challenge with his nose upturned and his lustrous tail held high. His journey out of puppyhood, during which he becomes the loyal companion to a homeless man, discovers an ear for poetry, and meets his match in his brutal rival, Scar, is a story of perseverance in a world of danger and unexpected opportunity.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>Keeper was born between a board fence and a set of trash cans. Just a lowly stray dog, he was separated from his mother and his siblings at a young age. Still, he faces every challenge with his nose upturned and his lustrous tail held high. His journey out of puppyhood, during which he becomes the loyal companion to a homeless man, discovers an ear for poetry, and meets his match in his brutal rival, Scar, is a story of perseverance in a world of danger and unexpected opportunity. But through it all, he cannot forget his frail little sister, Wispy, and he does not rest until he finds her again. Told with humor and keen insight into both canine and human behavior, the story of this proud survivor will delight dog-lovers and adventure-lovers alike.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>Throughout this lighthearted saga of the narrator's 'dog days, ' the author proves she is as well versed in animal behavior as in human sensibilities. Publishers Weekly<br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>Lois Lowry</b> is one of the most decorated authors for young readers. Her books have won numerous awards, including the Newbery Medal for both <i>Number the Stars</i> and <i>The Giver</i>. Ms. Lowry now divides her time between Cambridge and an 1840s farmhouse in Maine. To learn more about Lois Lowry, visit her website at www.loislowry.com.

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