Synopses & Reviews
Tate is overjoyed when a scrawny mutt turns up in the yard one day. She even persuades Mam and Pap to let her keep Sable, named for her dark, silky fur. But before long, the incorrigible dog begins to cause trouble with the neighbors. Will Sable have to go?
Review
"Hesse turns out an exemplary chapter book with this superbly structured work about a girl and her dog." --
Publishers Weekly, starred review
Synopsis
Tate is overjoyed when a scrawny mutt turns up in the yard one day. She even persuades Mam and Pap to let her keep Sable, named for her dark, silky fur. But before long, the incorrigible dog begins to cause trouble with the neighbors. Will Sable have to go?
Synopsis
When a scrawny mutt appears in the yard, Tate is overjoyed and persuades Mam and Pap to let her keep Sable, named for her dark fur. But soon the dog begins to cause trouble with the neighbors. Will Sable have to go? Illustrations.
About the Author
Karen Hesse is the award-winning author of several outstanding books for young readers, including
Letters from Rifka and
Phoenix Rising. She lives in Williamsville, Vermont.Marcia Sewall lives in Dorchester, Massachusetts.