Gem

Written by Jane B. Mason and Sarah Hines Stephens

Book #4 in the Rescue Dogs series

A digging puppy's flaw becomes her strength, but illness threatens her chance to save lives.

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304 pages· 820L

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Bookroo's summary

Gem, a golden retriever puppy with an unstoppable urge to dig, faces rejection from multiple families. Her talent catches the eye of the Sterling Center, where her digging could save lives in disasters. But when illness strikes, Gem's future hangs in the balance. Can she overcome her sickness and fulfill her potential as a hero? Discover the heartwarming journey of a puppy whose greatest flaw might just be her greatest gift.

From the publisher

Action and adventure with high stakes and a happy ending – and dogs!Gem is a golden retriever puppy who loves to dig. She gets adopted out to a handful of would-be forever families, but no matter how much she wants to please her new people, she can’t keep herself from digging up the roses…and the lawn…and the couch cushions…anything that’s remotely diggable. Over and over she is returned to the shelter, unwanted and heartbroken. The folks at the Sterling Center recognize Gem’s flaw as an asset. A dog this driven could really shine in a disaster! But soon after she arrives at the training facility, Gem gets sick…really sick. Will she recover and stay healthy enough to save lives?

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