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Everything for a Dog

Ann M. Martin
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Everything for a Dog

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2009

Book Brief

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Ann M. Martin

Everything for a Dog

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2009
Book Details
Pages

211

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York State • 2000s

Theme
Publication Year

2009

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

890L

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Super Short Summary

Everything for a Dog by Ann M. Martin intertwines the lives of a boy named Henry, a homeless dog named Bone, and a family dealing with loss. Each narrative explores themes of friendship, love, and the search for belonging, with the characters’ lives converging in unexpected ways throughout the story.

Emotional

Heartwarming

Bittersweet

Hopeful

Reviews & Readership

4.4

2,686 ratings

78%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Everything for a Dog by Ann M. Martin is lauded for its warmth and engaging storytelling, appealing to young readers and dog lovers alike. Reviewers praise the emotional depth and the interwoven narratives of dogs and humans. However, some mention predictable plot elements. Overall, its charm and heartwarming elements resonate well with its audience.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Everything for a Dog?

A reader who enjoys Everything for a Dog by Ann M. Martin likely appreciates heartwarming, animal-centered tales. Fans of Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo or Shiloh by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor, who are drawn to stories of friendship, family, and personal growth, will find this book appealing.

4.4

2,686 ratings

78%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

211

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York State • 2000s

Theme
Publication Year

2009

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

890L

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