For years, 10-year-old Zelly Fried has tried to convince her parents to let her have a dog. After all, practically everyone in Vermont owns a dog, and it sure could go a long way helping Zelly fit in since moving there from Brooklyn. But when her eccentric grandfather Ace hatches a ridiculous plan involving a "practice dog" named OJ, Zelly's not so sure how far she's willing to go to win a dog of her own. Is Ace's plan so crazy it just might work . . . or is it just plain crazy?
Erica S. Perl weaves an affectionate and hilarious tale that captures the enduring bond between grandparents and grandchildren. Even when they're driving each other nuts.
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“This tale reminds usto appreciate what we have, especially the ones we love…an easy read with ahappy ending.”
— Children’s Literature
“The novel strikes an admirable balance of humor and pathos—at times in the same scene.”
— Publishers Weekly“Amusing novel.”
— Kirkus Reviews“Readers will enjoy the main character’s liveliness and resilience.”
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Erica S. Perl is the author several picture books and the young adult novel Vintage Veronica, which Publishers Weekly called “wonderfully fun!” In addition to writing books, Erica works at First Book, a nonprofit organization that has provided more than seventy million new books to children in need. She lives in Washington, DC, with her family.
Abigail Revasch is an Earphones Award–winning narrator and an actress. She has starred in television shows such as 7th Heaven and ER and has narrated numerous video games and commercials, as well as audiobooks. She holds a BA in theater arts from Northwestern University.