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Letters to a Dog

Name: Letters to a Dog
ISBN: 9781800901001

By Piers Torday

Adjectives

heartwarming humorous uplifting

Genres

Animals Friendship/Family Feelings/Wellbeing

Synopsis

Jamie, awaiting a critical heart operation, feels isolated and estranged from his dad. To lift his spirits, nurse Shirley suggests he write to the dog he dreams of adopting. To his astonishment, the dog replies! This heartfelt and humorous tale explores healing, friendship, and the unexpected bonds that can mend a broken heart.

About the author

Piers Torday is a British author who loves writing exciting adventure stories for children. He is best known for 'The Last Wild' series, where animals and children team up to save the world. Piers enjoys exploring nature and often gets inspiration for his stories from the countryside, making his books thrilling and full of imagination.

Pages

80 pages

Reading age

Early Chapter Book (6-10)

Published

2025

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