Today I am reviewing the book "Soldier Dog" written by Sam Angus. This is an interesting fictional account about war dog service during World War I. Stanley Ryder is the main character. When the book begins, Stanley is living with his widowed father in England. Stanley's brother is in the army fighting in the trenches. Stanley's joy in life is one of the puppies born to his father's greyhound. After Stanley's father gets rid of the puppy, Stanley runs off to join the army and find his brother.
In the service, Stanley becomes part of the canine corps working with a dog named Bones. The book details Stanley's life in the army and his work with dogs. Throughout the book, Stanley attempts to locate his brother. In his heart, he seeks reconciliation with his dad.
Without giving away the ending, let me say that readers are in for a suprise later in the book. This book gives great information about the role dogs played as messengers in World War I. The last part of the book is somewhat unbelievable, however. This book is written mainly for younger readers, but adults will enjoy it as well.
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