The Dog Ray

Reviewed by: Carla McAllister - New Gloucester Public Library, New Gloucester, Maine, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: January 31, 2017

Review

When Daisy, age 12, is killed in a car accident and finds out that reincarnation is the deal, she somehow returns to earth as a dog. She is able to remember all about her prior life, all her memories and her strong love for her parents. She is determined to return to them, but how in the world will she do it? She finds herself with a neglectful master, then as a stray eating from garbage pails, next as a loyal companion to a young runaway boy with problems galore, and even ends up at a shelter and is scheduled to be euthanized. This story is wonderfully unpredictable and just plain sweet. Issues such as love, loyalty, family, and grief are touched upon with humor and grace. I heartily recommend this one for ages 11 and up.

Overall Book Score: excellent