Perdu

Perdu

About the Book

A little lost dog searches for a home and family in this beautiful, heartwarming story from Richard Jones, illustrator of The Snow Lion and Paper Planes.

Little Perdu is lost and alone, with nowhere to call his home. Outside, the sky is dark, the wind howls, and the grass is cold beneath his paws. In the busy city, people rush and race and cry, "Get out! Go away! Shoo!" Is there no place for Perdu to rest his aching legs and fill his grumbling tummy? If only there was a special someone who might be looking for a friend like him.

In his debut as an author-illustrator, Richard Jones delivers a beautiful, moving story about kindness, friendship, and finding a forever family. Gorgeous illustrations help guide a satisfying emotional journey, from a somber beginning to a joyful conclusion. For all pet lovers, especially pet adoption advocates.
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Praise for Perdu

"The text includes pleasing moments of lyricism. . . There are also little details sure to delight young animal lovers. . . Color is used effectively. . . .satisfying." —Kirkus Reviews

"Perdu is a winning and winsome protagonist, and Jones' story contains some wonderfully specific details. . . The soft, stylized illustrations beautifully capture the coziness of some moments and the harshness of others while bringing the pup and his predicament adorably to life. Perdu's quiet quest for home is a sweet journey worth taking." —Booklist

★ "A touching story of a little lost mixed breed dog searching for a home. The heartfelt words on the page beautifully complement the illustrations. . . . An excellent way to teach compassion and empathy."—School Library Journal, Starred Review
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About the Author

Richard Jones
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