Based on a true story this comingofage novel is set in the 1930s during theGreat Depression. When <strong>Priscilla Bailey</strong>s family moves to a small tow... » 

Based on a true story this comingofage novel is set in the 1930s during theGreat Depression. When Priscilla Baileys family moves to a small town inCalifornia so her father can take a job with the WPA Priscilla dreams her lifewill change. Soon the days of living in a frigid tent in the winter or in a carbeside the road will be gone. However the ravages of the past have marked herfamily. Her mother obsessed with her own abusive childhood is unable to showthe kindness or provide the love Priscilla needs. Her father is still grievingover the death of Priscillas brother. Priscilla hopes to be able to find somesmall measure of dignity in her new home. She hopes for a friend. But evenPriscilla cannot imagine how her life will change how all their lives willchange with the unbelievable gift of a loving dog. «