For Younger Readers: The Mountain Rescue Dog

By JULIETTE FORREST. A young girl heals from grief and loss in the snowy Highlands of Scotland, with the help of her loyal, trusting rescue dog. Clova's life changes forever when her mother, a search and rescue volunteer, dies tragically in an avalanche. Her grieving father withdraws and life at home feels lonely, until the day she meets Border Collie Tatty, a shy and frightened dog who Clova helps make bright-eyed and boisterous again. A story to delight all young animal fans. Published by Scholastic. Paperback. 300 pages. 129 x 198 x 24mm