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In 1965, Danny grieves the sudden death of his older brother Beau. When a stray puppy appears and seems to share his brother’s memory, Danny believes it carries Beau’s spirit. Determined to honor Beau’s wish, Danny and the dog set out to see the historic rocket launch at Cape Kennedy, navigating family loss, friendship, and the thrill of space exploration.
First publish date: 2006
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Iain Lawrence
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