Shiloh (Shiloh Series Book 1)

Shiloh (Shiloh Series Book 1)

by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor

4.7 (3,878)

4.7 stars from 3,878 reviews. Top 61% of Contemporary Fiction books we track.

171 pages~2.9 hr readPublished by Fondo de Cultura EconomicaPublished 2017-05-18

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  • You're a parent or teacher looking for a book that tackles moral complexity through a child's eyes without being preachy.
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  • You prefer lighter, feel-good animal stories with neat resolutions and no real conflict or danger.
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About this book

Marty Preston discovers a beagle named Shiloh while exploring the hills behind his family's home. The thin, neglected dog quickly bonds with Marty, following him home and winning his affection. When Marty suspects that Shiloh is being mistreated by his owner, he becomes determined to keep the dog safe. Marty faces difficult questions about what is right when a dog is being abused but belongs to someone else—especially when that person owns a gun. Confronting these moral dilemmas largely alone, Marty must find the courage to act. Through his struggle, he learns that distinguishing right from wrong is not always straightforward, and that sometimes all one can do is try to save those you love. This is the first book in the Shiloh series and a Newbery Medal winner.

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