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Tired of being a house pet, Moka the dog moves to the mountains to become a wolf but soon misses the comforts of home. The story follows her journey of self‑discovery and the realization that home, family, and companionship are invaluable.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Keiko Kasza
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