Love Rolls In
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2026 · Est. 3 hour read

Love Rolls In

By Erin Soderberg Downing

Book #1 in the Just Like Home series

A sanctuary's rule is broken to heal a puppy's heart and legs.

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176 pages· 20,443 words· Est. 3 hour read
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Ruby and Henry's family runs a bustling animal sanctuary, home to quirky creatures like a bossy cat and a human-like llama. When a paralyzed puppy named Arlo arrives, the siblings face a challenge: can they mend his broken spirit and body? With Ruby's inventive mind, Henry's compassion, and their animal friends' support, they embark on a journey to restore Arlo's trust. Will they succeed in teaching him to love again, despite their parents' rule against new animals? Discover the heartwarming tale of healing and friendship in this delightful adventure.

From the publisher

Healing begins with a tail wag.A heartwarming and fun middle grade series from bestselling author Erin Soderberg Downing about a unique animal sanctuary, the full-time family who live there, and the rotating stable of animal guests who will learn what it really feels like to be loved and cared for.Siblings Ruby and Henry have an unusual kind of home life compared to their friends. Their family operates an animal sanctuary with a unique collection of full-time pet residents: a pig, a dog, the world’s bossiest cat, two silly goats, and a llama who thinks he’s a human. Not to mention, Ruby and Henry’s mom is also a vet at the animal clinic in town.Let’s just say, when it comes to animals, it’s hard for Ruby and Henry’s family to say no. But a couple months ago, their parents decided that the farm is full. No additional resident farm animals. No more fosters. Of course, rules are meant to be broken…A scared puppy has just arrived at their mom’s clinic, and he’s lost mobility in his back legs because of an injury. What’s worse is that the newly named Arlo clearly knows he’s been abandoned. But with Ruby’s builder brain, Henry’s heart, and a little bit of kindness from their ragtag group of animals at the sanctuary, they might just be able to teach Arlo how to trust again.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
176
Words
20,443
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Themes & topics
Books about school projectsBooks about animalsBooks about veterinary careBooks about siblingsBooks about friendship
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Publication
Published
January 6, 2026
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Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
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ISBN
9781546124924

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