Tuesday, February 26, 2019

Chasing the Blue Sky by Will Lowrey

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Summary

"This is one of the most beautiful books I have read." - Pamela King, author of For the Love of a Dingo

"It's a powerful, gripping, and emotional read, difficult to put down." - Rosepoint Publishing 

"Most highly recommended" Readers Favorite (5 Stars)

In the sweltering heat of a Clay County summer, a chained dog gives birth to a spirited, black puppy named Toby. Taken from his mother's side at just a few weeks old, Toby soon wins the love of an adoring family. But just as quickly, he finds himself struggling to survive in the unforgiving world of the county animal shelter.

But he's not alone - a motley cast of homeless dogs and a devoted pair of shelter workers will give anything to make sure Toby makes it out alive.

Chasing the Blue Sky is the compelling, emotional story of one dog's journey to find his place in the great big world.


My Thoughts

Oh my word!  This book just destroyed me!  I am a huge puddle on the ground right now!

This book is certainly beautifully written but my heart can't take it.  Not one bit!  Anyone that has been around me at all knows that I am an animal lover.  My heart breaks each and every time I see a stray running around.  I cry if I see a dog chained up outside and it looks the least bit unhappy.  So, I'm sure you can imagine what this book did to me.

Here I am, sitting in my classroom (I'm a teacher) reading while my class is on break... sobbing!

Yes, this book is wonderfully written.  Yes, the message is extremely important.  However, if you don't think that your emotions can handle reading about extreme sadness and neglect.... don't read it!  My heart is literally aching right now!

*Note: I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

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