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Truelove

Name: Truelove
ISBN: 9780224073707

By Babette Cole

When a new baby arrives, Truelove runs away—but can the stray dogs help him belong?

heartwarming humorous insightful

Genres

Humour Friendship/Family Feelings/Wellbeing

What is Truelove about?

Truelove, a devoted puppy, feels neglected when a new baby arrives in his family. Misunderstanding the changes, he runs away and joins a group of stray dogs. After a series of misadventures, Truelove is reunited with his family, who realise there's enough love for everyone. This heartwarming tale explores themes of love, belonging, and the challenges of adjusting to new family dynamics.

About the author

Babette Cole was a much-loved British author and illustrator, known for her funny and imaginative children's books. She created many popular stories, including ‘Princess Smartypants’ and ‘Doctor Dog’. Babette’s colourful pictures and cheeky humour made her books favourites with children everywhere, encouraging everyone to laugh and enjoy reading.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2001

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