On the Notable List for the 2001 Amelia Frances HowardGibbon Award CanadianChildrens Book Centre Our Choice starred review When the skinny collie limpedinto Jos... » 

On the Notable List for the 2001 Amelia Frances HowardGibbon Award CanadianChildrens Book Centre Our Choice starred review When the skinny collie limpedinto Josies life two years ago it was love at first sight. The vet had mendedhis injured paw and Josie had mended his broken heart. She named him Duke andwhen Mom wasnt looking Josie always sneaked him his favorite food sandwiches. Josie and Duke go everywhere together. They are even together whena big storm hit but in Josies panic she forgets about Duke. Now because ofher Duke is trapped outside and in danger. Why didnt Duke run home with her?What terrible thing might happen? As violently as the wind Josies head swirlswith questions fear and guilt until the moment she can leave the storm cellarto look for him. A sweet story about love and friendship that reflects the bondbetween many children and their pets. «