The author of 20 novels for children and adults, the late Eva Ibbotson has been shortlisted for every major children's literary prize in the UK. One Dog and His Boy, her final masterpiece, features Hal, a boy who wants a dog more than anything. On his 10th birthday, Hal is allowed to pick a dog from Easy Pets, but he doesn't know it's a rent-a-pet agency. So when it comes time to return his new friend, Hal chooses instead to embark on a bold path.
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"I grabbed this books off of our shelves in the library's children's dept. on my way to my break, not expecting to finish the book, just looking for something simple to read while I ate. But this, the last book that Ibbotson wrote before she passed away after a long and prolific writing career, turned out to be a delightful and entertaining novel. This book which takes place in modern day London would be a fun introduction for American kids to a world that is at once familiar, yet charmingly different (complete with some very quirky adult characters) from the one in which they live. Highly recommend as a great book to read aloud with kids (aged 6 and up), especially in order to explain the occasional unfamiliar British terms." — Diana (4 out of 5 stars)
"I grabbed this books off of our shelves in the library's children's dept. on my way to my break, not expecting to finish the book, just looking for something simple to read while I ate. But this, the last book that Ibbotson wrote before she passed away after a long and prolific writing career, turned out to be a delightful and entertaining novel. This book which takes place in modern day London would be a fun introduction for American kids to a world that is at once familiar, yet charmingly different (complete with some very quirky adult characters) from the one in which they live. Highly recommend as a great book to read aloud with kids (aged 6 and up), especially in order to explain the occasional unfamiliar British terms."
“Readers who have grown to love Ibbotson’s bighearted heroes and larger-than-life adventure stories will relish this final novel.”
“Ibbotson's final book is a story with the heart of Lassie and the satirical bite of Roald Dahl...Themes of loyalty, greed, devotion, and home are woven through a text that is as funny as it is satisfying.”
“Ibbotson's last novel is a mix of adventure, caricature and child-and-dog love, in which loyal friends, skuduggerous louts and obtuse adults all have a part. The comforting feeling that everything will turn out right is nicely mixed with the spice of humor.”
“A rousing, slightly surreal tale of rescue and redemption, this effort will appeal to animal lovers everywhere.”
" A very special book billed with humor and heart. "
" I love Eva Ibbotson's books, and miss her terribly. This is a wonderful, old-fashioned, funny, heartwarming book with smart children about one of my favorite themes: Dogs Save The Day! "
" A really nice read. "
" This book was an easy read. I didnt enjoy it as much as i thought i would. Even though it was an easy read some of it was interesting. "
" I love Eve Ibbotson's writing, and though I enjoyed this book, it wasn't my favorite of hers. If you want a happily-ever-after dog story, though, instead of a dog story where the dog dies, you should read this one! "
" Very cute little book, I loved the illustrations of each dog. Very easy to read for any lover of dogs. Definitely for children. "
" Parents beware, no one should come between a boy and his dog. A liitle predictable but readers will enjoy and root for the dogs as they escape and flee for Hal's loving grandparents. "
" This is a fabulous adventure story about a dog rental agency where the dogs seem every bit as real as the human characters. Eva Ibbotson is an amazing author who really lets you understand what the dogs must be thinking! "
" Non una parola fuori posto. Un romanzo perfetto, divertente e commovente. Mrs. Ibbotson, grazie per quest'ultimo regalo. "
" An exquisite story for younger children, full of heart and humour and wonderful dogs. "
" Class of 9/10 year olds enjoyed this book which was funny, heartwarming and well written "
" Great last book from Ibbotson. What a great adventure. "
" This was okay - very sweet and family-friendly. I'm just not much of an animal story person, especially when it comes to talking dogs. Also, the narrator of the audiobook sounded like a young Tim Curry completely bored out of his mind. "
" Another great one from Ibbotson. "
" Pure fun for dog-loving kids! "
" An adorable book for kids who love dogs. "
Eva Ibbotson (1925–2010) was born in Vienna, but when the Nazis came to power her family fled to England and she was sent to boarding school. She became a writer while bringing up her four children, and her bestselling novels have been published around the world. Her books have won and been shortlisted for many prizes.
Steven Crossley, a graduate of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London, has built a career on both sides of the Atlantic as an actor and audiobook narrator, for which he has won more than a dozen AudioFile Earphones Awards and been a nominee for the prestigious Audie Award. He is a member of the internationally renowned theater company Complicite and has appeared in numerous theater, television, film, and radio dramas.
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