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Michelle I think this book is great for all ages, although the language and style are older, so it could be difficult for a child to understand and get into wi…moreI think this book is great for all ages, although the language and style are older, so it could be difficult for a child to understand and get into without some guidance. Children will understand it as a grand adventure story told through the eyes of a dog. Adults will see the deeper themes about society, human nature and justice.

There is quite a bit of violence in the book (dog fights, dog deaths, animal abuse), so that is something to consider if giving it to a child to read, as well. (less)

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is that a novel ?

Bodhi It is a short novel, a novella. Some editions have only 100 pages! It has seven (VII) separately named parts or "chapters".…moreIt is a short novel, a novella. Some editions have only 100 pages! It has seven (VII) separately named parts or "chapters".(less)

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An adult friend of mine read this book and describes it as violent and very abusive towards dogs. Even though the author was very accomplished in his skill, would you really give it to a 7 year old to read? That is the beginning age recommendation. The book sounds way to harsh for a 7 year old. I would not even read it. Who wants to read about suffering.

Christina I wouldn't. I don't think 7 is an appropriate age for the content in this book. I would say 14-15 minimum, but that's speaking as a parent. My daughte…moreI wouldn't. I don't think 7 is an appropriate age for the content in this book. I would say 14-15 minimum, but that's speaking as a parent. My daughter is 13 and I'm hesitant to recommend it to her. I taught English to 9th and 10th grade students and I do feel that good conversations could be started with this age group and above.(less)

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Hello!!! :) I am asking for tons of books for my birthday this year. ONLY BOOKS!!! Anyway, can any of you tell me what this story is about?

Catherine Wall Hi Emma, I always ask for books, too! I hope you received many awesome titles and you are digging into them still. Or perhaps you have read them all! …moreHi Emma, I always ask for books, too! I hope you received many awesome titles and you are digging into them still. Or perhaps you have read them all! Did you read this book? Did you like it? I just bought it.(less)

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Did anyone find this book depressing?

Kat Yes, it is a bit depressing. It is definitely a heavy read, and there is nothing uplifting about it. It does leave the reader with a lot to think abou…moreYes, it is a bit depressing. It is definitely a heavy read, and there is nothing uplifting about it. It does leave the reader with a lot to think about though.(less)

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