Ripley

By W. Bruce Cameron

Book #2 in the Dogs with a Purpose series

A brave puppy must prove himself at a fire station, facing danger and learning the true meaning of rescue.

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320 pages· 58,661 words· Est. 8 hour read

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Bookroo's summary

Ripley, a courageous border collie puppy, joins Fire Station Five, eager to prove his worth. As he tackles daring rescues, he meets Samantha, a young girl who teaches him that true heroism sometimes means helping others face their fears. Can Ripley rise to the challenge and become the hero he was born to be? This heartwarming tale explores bravery, friendship, and the unexpected ways we can save lives.

From the publisher

Ripley: Fire Station Five is a new Dogs with a Purpose adventure from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of A Dog’s Purpose, W. Bruce Cameron! Some dogs were born to lend a helping hand (or paw!). Ripley, a border collie puppy, is one of them. He’s smart, fast, and brave. Ben thinks he’ll be a perfect fit for his fire station! To prove himself to the Station Five team, Ripley must learn to run headfirst into danger, assist on daring rescues, and keep victims safe until help arrives. But there are other ways to save lives. In the aftermath of a devastating house fire, he meets a young girl named Samantha. She shows him that sometimes, rescuing somebody means helping them face their fears. Does Ripley have what it takes? Ripley: Fire Station Five is a fun, heartwarming adventure that will introduce young readers to the bravery and hard work of fire rescue dogs. More Tales from Bruce Cameron! FROM STARSCAPE: THE PUPPY TALES SERIES: Ellie’s Story / Bailey’s Story / Molly’s Story / Max’s Story / Lily’s Story / Shelby’s Story / Toby’s Story / Bella’s Story / Cooper’s Story / Lacey’s Story / Piper’s Story THE LILY TO THE RESCUE SERIES: Lily to the Rescue / Lily to the Rescue: Two Little Piggies / Lily to the Rescue: The Not-So-Stinky Skunk / Lily to the Rescue: Dog Dog Goose / Lily to the Rescue: Lost Little Leopard / Lily to the Rescue: The Misfit Donkey / Lily to the Rescue: Foxes in a Fix / Lily to the Rescue: The Three BearsTHE DOGS WITH A PURPOSE SERIES: Zeus: Water Rescue / Ripley: Fire Station FiveFROM FORGE: THE DOG’S PURPOSE SERIES: A Dog’s Purpose / A Dog’s Journey / A Dog’s PromiseTHE DOG’S WAY HOME SERIES: A Dog’s Way Home / A Dog’s CourageOTHER TITLES FROM FORGE: Love, Clancy: Diary of a Good DogA Dog’s Perfect ChristmasThe Dogs of ChristmasThe Dog MasterEmory’s GiftTHE RUDDY MCCAN SERIES: The Midnight Plan of the Repo Man / Repo Madness / The Midnight Dog of the Repo Man

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