Synopses & Reviews
Rachel is happiest when shes volunteering at the animal shelter, especially after she meets the feral collie she names Grrl; theyre both angry and alone. When a teacher encourages her to write about it, Rachel finds another outlet for her pain and frustration. But writing about Grrl is much easier than teaching Grrl to trust her. And when Griffin, the new boy in school, devises a plan to spring Grrl from the shelter and bring her home, Rachel finds that the dog isnt the only one who must learn to trust.
Review
Compelling and sympathetic... Koja plumbs not only Rachels dark and darkly funny psyche, but also what it means to be human and to make connections of love and trust. (Publishers Weekly) The strong characters, rich detail, and well-articulated emotions, interspersed with Rachels startling writing, make a powerful story that will resonate with many teens. (Booklist)