This is a must-read for any kid who feels the weight of the world on their shoulders. Andy Hirsch avoids the 'after-school special' vibe by making the story genuinely funny and focusing on the messy, muddy reality of training a rescue dog.
It’s rare to find a book that explains mental health this clearly without being boring or preachy. Just make sure you don't accidentally buy the 2025 horror movie of the same name—that's a 'trauma-spiral' you don't want to deal with.






