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School Library Journal
Reviewed on August 1, 2010
Gr 5-8 Nat Carver, 12, lives on the edge of a mysterious forest where rumors of government "experiments" at Helleborine Halt are always town news. For protection as well as companionship, he asks his eccentric grandparents for a dog. Nat is unsure about Woody at first-the animal gazes at him with such intensity that Nat swears he is telepathic. The two form an unbreakable bond, bec...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Guide
Reviewed on January 1, 2010
Promised a puppy by his grandfather, Nat ends up with an unusual-looking dog--that happens to also be a boy. Woody, ...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Junior Library Guild
Reviewed on September 1, 2010
The novel is a liberal blend of humor and horror. No situation gets too scary before it’s lightened with a laugh. Di Toft deftly combines realistic and fantastic elements....Log In or Sign Up to Read More