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Where the Red Fern Grows

Wilson Rawls

Why we're reading this: This is a heartwarming story about a boy and his dogs. It is appropriate for readers of all ages. One pie…more
[close] This is a heartwarming story about a boy and his dogs. It is appropriate for readers of all ages. One piece of advice, you will get emotional while reading the book so have tissues handy.

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Aug 07, 2013 Dylan Shank rated it it was amazing

This is my favorite book. The main character, Billy, lives in the Ozarks and wants 2 hunting dogs. He saves for 2 years, then sends away to get 2 puppies. Once the puppies arrive - Old Dan and Little Ann - Billy begins to live his dream, never realizing that more is happening than he is aware of. This is a touching, coming of age story of the love a boy has for his dogs & the freedoms of childhood. However, Billy has some experiences that take him from childhood into adulthood. Even though the s ...more

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