The Good Dog
The Good Dog
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2004
Book Brief
Beta224
Novel • Fiction
Steamboat Springs, Colorado • 1990s
2004
YA
8-12 years
560L
Super Short Summary
The Good Dog by Avi centers on a sled dog named McKinley living in the Rocky Mountains. McKinley is devoted to his human, Jack, and the local dog pack. Throughout the story, McKinley navigates the challenges of leadership and loyalty while facing dangers that threaten both his canine and human communities.
Adventurous
Emotional
Heartwarming
Hopeful
Reviews & Readership
4,360 ratings
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Review Roundup
The Good Dog by Avi receives praise for its engaging narrative and strong portrayal of canine life. Readers appreciate the adventurous plot and the vivid depiction of the Alaskan setting. Some critique the pacing as uneven and note that the storyline can become predictable. Despite this, the novel captivates with its heartwarming themes of loyalty and bravery.
Who Should Read The Good Dog?
A reader who enjoys The Good Dog by Avi likely loves adventurous animal stories and tales of friendship and loyalty. Fans of Shiloh by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor and Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls would appreciate the engaging narrative and canine perspectives.
4,360 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
224
Novel • Fiction
Steamboat Springs, Colorado • 1990s
2004
YA
8-12 years
560L
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