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Ben, a seventh‑grader who often feels out of place, meets Halley, a girl undergoing cancer treatment, when a special dog enters their shared environment. Through their growing bond, they navigate the challenges of adolescence, illness, and adoption, discovering support and companionship in unexpected places.
First publish date: 2016
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Paul Griffin
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