Review:

Darby's Story: The Life of an Adopted Dog is an encouraging and educational tribute to Martha Steward's canine best friend - Darby - a quiet, loving, sable-red rescue pup. After one page, I was already in adoration of the thirty-two page children's book, taking in the entertaining true-life stories and full-color photos of Darby doing what he loved to do! Darby was very lucky to be adopted by such a loving family, and Steward made it clear that he was more than just a dog, he was a genuine member of the family, and was treated as such. Stories like this never fail to capture the hearts and attentions of kids and adults alike. Possible pet owners, and those curious about the responsibilities of pet ownership, will definitely get a taste of what caring for/ adopting an animal is all about. The reading level is more moderate than a typical children's book, filled with challenging vocabulary and separate chapters, (seven of them), but what child can resist the handsome and loyal dog displayed on the bright yellow front cover? I know I couldn't! I can tell that the author is very passionate about her animals and about shelter rescue/ adoption programs, and I admire her for trying to make a difference in the lives of sheltered animals and their future owners. Overall, I loved the book and its humorous and heartwarming stories, as well as Steward's campaign for shelter rescue. I recommend this book for all ages!

Rating: Clean Getaway (5/5) ( )