Buddy

By M.H. Herlong

A boy's quest to find his lost dog after Hurricane Katrina tests hope and resilience.

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320 pages· 59,830 words

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Bookroo's summary

Li'l T's life changes when he meets Buddy, the dog he's always wanted. But Hurricane Katrina forces them apart, leaving Li'l T to return to a devastated New Orleans without his friend. As he navigates the challenges of a community rebuilding, Li'l T embarks on a determined quest to find Buddy. Will he reunite with his loyal companion, or must he learn to let go? This tale of hope and courage explores the bonds that endure even in the face of disaster.

From the publisher

In the tradition of Old Yeller, classic boy-and-dog tale set against the events of Hurrican Katrina. Tyrone “Li’l T” Roberts meets Buddy when his family’s car accidentally hits the stray dog on their way to church. Buddy turns out to be the dog Li’l T’s always wished for–until Hurricane Katrina comes to New Orleans and he must leave Buddy behind. After the storm, Li’l T and his father return home to find a community struggling to rebuild their lives–and Buddy gone. But Li’l T refuses to give up his quest to find his best friend. From the author of the BBYA Top Ten selection The Great Wide Sea comes a powerful story of hope, courage, and knowing when to let go. “A testament to the human capacity to endure.” –The New York Times Book Review

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