Thanks to NetGalley, the publisher and author for the opportunity to read and review this book!
I have been a fan of Catherine Ryan Hyde's books since Pay it Forward - her books always touch and teach me. This one is no different - this is the story of Pete, an abused 12-year-old who happens on a wolf-dog hybrid that has been hit by a car. He eventually finds his way to Dr Lucy, a loner who lives on a ranch taking care of things that have no place else to go. Along the way to her house, Pete happens upon Justin, a young black boy. They become friends - not the best choice in the 1950s when race was such an issue. (Or now - how sad that we don't seem to have changed as much as we should have!)
Say Goodbye for Now means learning to let go when it is the right thing instead of hanging on for selfish reasons. This is a very touching book - although no young boys I know of would actually speak in these ways, their words are true and honest. Great characters that will stay in your soul after you're done reading this book!
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