Angel's Forever Home

by Rita Gigante, Bobbie Sterchele-Gigante, Donna M. McDine

Angel knows he is lucky to be one of the few dogs rescued from the Chilean earthquake, but now he finds himself with challenging physical limitations and in need of a new family. Facing his fear of rejection for not being like other dogs, he embarks on a journey that teaches him the importance of patience, courage, and the willingness to open his heart to others.

32 pages, Hardcover

First published March 1, 2019

About the author

Rita Gigante has dedicated her adult life to healing people spiritually, emotionally, and physically. She has a degree in exercise physiology and is a licensed massage therapist and Reiki master. In 2010 she formed the Collective Healing Network, a group of healers that conducts monthly sessions in New York and New Jersey. Rita also has a private practice outside of New York City, where she uses healing methods including energy therapy, intuitive healing, spiritual counseling, sound therapy, and angel readings.

Reviews

[Karin Larson · Rating 5 out of 5]

ANGEL’S FOREVER HOME is a heart-warming tale of hope, courage, love and comfort as a rescue dog named Angel waits patiently to find his home after an earthquake in Chile leaves him injured. The authors of this sweet story beautifully capture Angel’s voice and make him so relatable one can’t help but root for him and hope he finds a home as special as he. The kindness shown to Angel tugs at one’s heartstrings, especially in appreciation of rescue animals everywhere and those giving them their “forever homes.” Ms. DeMase’s beautifully detailed and soft illustrations really bring Angel and his story to life. A must read for children and adults alike!

[Maureen Timerman · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a children’s book that will help teach compassion for God’s creatures, and you will soon fall in love with Angel!
Poor Angel has suffered a lot in his young life, but will he be able to find a forever home? This poor love has injured his leg in the Chilean earthquake, and now needs to have medical care and a family.
We get to see what happens to this pup, and the willingness of someone to overlook his disabilities and open their hearts.

I received a complimentary copy of this book and was under no obligation to post a review. The thoughts and opinions are mine alone.

[Mary Driscoll · Rating 5 out of 5]

I just read Angel’s Forever Home and loved it! It’s a heartwarming story about finding love. Angel is such a lovable and relatable character; he has a great voice! It’s the kind of story from which we can learn many lessons. I look forward to reading this book again and again. I know my children will love it, too!

[Children's Bookshelf · Rating 5 out of 5]

A sweet story about a dog named Angel who was injured badly in an earthquake. Angel is concerned that she might have troubles finding a family because she’s injured. It’s not long before a loving family decides to adopt her and when they take her to the vet they discover she needs to have her leg amputated. It’s ok though because now she isn’t in any more pain and she now has a forever home where she is loved. This story illustrates the universal need for love and empathy and also brings awareness to the importance of adopting animals if possible. They have souls and emotions and all they need is for someone to give them a chance. I read this to my students on the projector and they enjoyed it. After we talked about how adopting dogs is a great thing to do and it turns out a handful of my students have rescues. 🐕