The Dogs of Winter

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When Mishka is abandoned on the streets of Moscow he falls in with a gang of other homeless children, hoping they'll give him a chance of survival. But as winter freezes the city and food becomes scarce, he is left alone, to fend for himself.

Help comes in an unexpected form- Mishka is adopted by a pack of dogs. The creatures quickly become more than just his street companions, they are his family. But he can't stay hidden from the world for ever . . .

Reviews

"An extraordinary story of survival grips the reader from start to finish" * Carousel *
"A heart-rending tale" * Children's Books Ireland, Recommended Reads *
"Moving and unusualan imaginative and convincing account." * The School Librarian *
"Packs plenty of punch." * New York Times *
"[A] first-person narrative in beautifully composed writing enhanced by Ivan's visual acuity and depth of emotion. Terrifying, life-affirming and memorable." * Kirkus (Starred Review) *

Author Bio

Bobbie Pyron has a degree in Psychology and Anthropology and a Master's Degree in Library Science. Bobbie is the author of THE RING and A DOG'S WAY HOME. Active in the librarian community both on the Utah State and national levels, she is a lifelong proponent of children's books across all genres. She lives in Park City, Utah, with her husband.