Monday, September 26, 2016

A Place to Call Home: Toby's Tale -- A NetGalley Review

A heart wrenching story about a dog named Toby trying to find a forever home.  First born on a farm with his mother and sister, but since the farmer was prejudiced against white German Shepards, was sentenced to death.   He and his sister think they have been saved by a lovely couple, but then given to another family.  Toby learns to love again after losing his sister and dealing with abuse.  He is also sure that he will never find a loving home, even after talking to the animals that live nearby and befriending them.  The author lets us know at the end that Toby's story is based on real events, which makes it even more sorrowful, but yet happy when he learns to love and be loved.  This book would be great for upper middle school or high school students, or any adult, but those that are highly sensitive may want to avoid reading.   I see this book as a way to help others learn to love again after grief and abuse, but also that an animal from a shelter can fill your house with love the same way as a breeder-bought animal.  

This book was given to me by NetGalley and Outskirts Press in exchange of an honest review.  Thank you G.A. Whitmore for writing an amazing book!

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