Love Like A Dog
This debut novel is a page-turning drama about familial devotion. Set in contemporary Chicago, it is the harrowing story of Dirk, a young motherless man desperate for his self-centered father’s approval. A rescued pit bull alters their lives irrevocably, embroiling them in the terrible misuses to which the breed is prey.
As Dirk’s father grows increasingly entangled in criminal activity, Dirk must quickly come to terms with a series of legal and moral crises and determine for himself what it truly means to be a man.
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Reviews & Interviews
Feathered Quill
A very powerful book brings forth the love of a boy for his dog while condemning those who abuse innocent dogs.
Atlanta Pet Health Examiner
Thank you Anne for writing this amazing book and opening up people’s eyes to the cruelty that is happening to pit bulls all over the country.
Hug A Bull
There’s sadness in this story, but there is hope and there are a lot of great moments that will make a pit bull owner smile in recognition.
Awards
- First Place, First Novel category New Generation Indie Awards
- Bronze Medal, Great Lakes Regional Fiction category, 15th Annual Independent Book Publisher Awards
- Honorable Mention, General Fiction category San Francisco Book Festival
Over 300 copies of LOVE LIKE A DOG have been donated to more than 45 animal shelters across the country that welcome in and adopt out any misunderstood breeds, such as the bully breeds, Dobermans, German Shepherds, Rottwielers and Akitas. Additional copies of Love Like A Dog have been donated to Chicago-area dog training, grooming & boarding facilities to help raise money. If believe your dog organization qualifies for free copies, please contact Anne.
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