Finding Danny

By Linzi Glass

Twelve-year-old Bree Davies is devastated when her beloved Border Collie, Danny, goes missing after her mom leaves the gate open to their Santa Monica home. In her search to find Danny, Bree is thrust into the world of animals in need. With the help and guidance of animal rescuer Rayleen, Bree's heart is opened to the plight of the dogs in the downtown Vox Street shelter. Before long, her emptiness about her own loss shifts into action – and her quest to find Danny and her newfound mission to save the shelter dogs soon become one.

Longtime animal rescuer Linzi Glass has crafted a singular story of finding oneself in the search for finding another, a compelling emotional journey as well as a call-to-action for animal-lovers everywhere.

• Language: English
• Publisher: HarperCollins
• Release date: May 11, 2010
• ISBN: 9780062001481

Reviews for Finding Danny

[refpenny · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Bree's parents are busy with their jobs but once she is given a dog, Danny, she is no longer lonely. Until, disaster strikes and Danny disappears. Bree is devastated and determined to find him. Her search takes her to a lost animal shelter and she decides to try and find homes for all the dogs there.Although the main theme of the book is that of lost dogs, Bree also deals with changing friendships, the beginning of a romance and feeling alienated from her parents. This is a great story that will appeal to all animal lovers. Suitable for ages 9 and up.