Strays Like Us by Cecilia Galante
Published by Scholastic Press on June 26th 2018
ISBN: 1338043005
Pages: 320
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Fred, the main character, has to go to foster care because her mother is in trouble. While at her new foster home, she meets the next door neighbor’s dog Toby that is neglected and connects with him. The two become friends and she decides she will find a way to save him, even if his owner forbids it. A lovely story with just the right amount of heartbreak but with a feel good ending. Fred’s mom’s drug addiction is done well and will be the right fit for the 4-6 grade crowd. The relationship between Toby and Fred is wonderful and one that animal lovers will understand and route for.

Mary Lehmer, Freeport Community Library, Freeport, ME