George has lost his wife. He’s the epitome of a grumpy old man. He doesn’t want the puppy his wife brought home before she died and he doesn’t want the visits from Betty next door. He knows his wife is behind these visits not wanting him to sit home all day in his underwear.
Dan is a mental health counselor who has his own issues. He has OCD. It keeps him from interacting with people, but his dog, Fritz, understands him. He’s also coming to terms with his sexuality.
Lizzie is a former teacher. She escaped her abusive husband with her son, Lenny. Lizzie has bruises outside and inside. Maude, the terrier who lives in the shelter where Lizzie is staying seems to understand she provides emotional support.
If you love dogs, this is a good book. It showcases the supportive links between people in crisis and their dogs. The book is very emotional. You can’t help hoping the three characters whose lives become entwined will be able to overcome their problems and live happier lives. Perhaps most important, the book is about the support and loyalty dogs give their people.
I received this book from St. Martin’s Press for this review.
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