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Clyde Hedges It's sad because it has to be. It's one of the most emotional books I've ever read, and it's uplifting and full of love. …moreIt's sad because it has to be. It's one of the most emotional books I've ever read, and it's uplifting and full of love. (less)

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Do you think this book would be interesting for a teenager (15+) ? Or mostly for younger ages?

Elizabloodworth Yes beaus if you like to hunt such as my self you can really feel the action and I am younger than 13.

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In chapter 14, we find out Mama is pregnant. Billy hadn't noticed because he was so involved with his dogs. He's embarrassed and ashamed for not noticing. But then, the baby is never brought up again. Did something happen to the baby? Or was this a loose end that Wilson Rawls and his editor forgot to tie up? Or something else?

Jeannie My guess is the baby died. Not meaning to be morbid, but when the number of family members mentioned in the wagon as they are leaving is the same. (Th…moreMy guess is the baby died. Not meaning to be morbid, but when the number of family members mentioned in the wagon as they are leaving is the same. (Three sisters, mom, dad, and Billy). Mom seemed especially empathetic and philosophical about the deaths of the dogs?? Also, what the heck happened to Grandpa? I liked Grandpa and after the competition he isn't really mentioned again.(less)

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