Pet Friendly | Sue Pethick
In Sue Pethicks witty and heartwarming debut novel, a sweet dog in need of an owner brings together the perfect candidates Todd Dwyer, a successful app designer, wasnt planning to adopt a dog, but when his Uncle Bertie dies and leaves his little mutt Archie homeless, Todd cant help welcoming the pooch home. Archie could charm the marrow out of a bone, but Todds girlfriend Gwen is less than impressed with the instant bond the fluffy white ball of fur makes with her boyfriend. When things go awry the first night, she insists that Todd give Archie to his sister, Claire, whose rural home is a days drive away. Todd and Archie hit the road, but circumstances compel them to make a detour to a quaint hotel run by Todds childhood friend, Emma Carlisle. As it happens, the hotel is hosting a colorful group of ghost hunters in town for a paranormal conference, and when Archie starts howling into the air vent, it isnt long before their road trip turns bumpier than an unpaved country lane. But with Archies unerring canine instincts and loyal heart, he may help Todd and Emma see the happiness thats waiting just under their noses . . . This is a light heartwarming read perfect for a wintry afternoon at home or a sunny beach vacation. RT Book Reviews, 4 Stars Pethick combines a love story about second chances, a mystery, paranormal elements, and a winsome dog in her feel-good debut. Barbara McMichael, The Bookmonger (The Kitsap Sun & others) Amusingcutethe perfect airport book. Terri Schlichenmeyer, The Bookworm (Spectrum & others) A funny and sweet book with plenty of howls!" The Parkersburg News & Sentinel
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