On his eighteenth birthday David is given a six-month-old German Shepherd puppy, and immediately a bond is formed between David and Lady, as he calls her. They become inseparable, working together on the family farm in Yorkshire.It is, however, 1944, and the country is still engaged in World War Two so it is only a short time before David receives his call up papers to fight for his country. He wants to do his duty but is worried about leaving Lady behind, David then discovers he is able to enlist her as a guard dog to work alongside him.Although the Germans are in retreat there is still fierce fighting and David, along with Lady, is taken as prisoner of war. Whilst in the camp Lady offers comfort to the internees, and is even a link between the internees and the German guards, and the bond between her and David becomes even stronger.This bond, indeed love, for each other makes them even more inseparable right to the very end.
An accountant, always willing to support/help others, keen in wildlife conservation, helps to fight cancer, loves gardening and growing exotic plants, including orchids, has various pets, loves writing, dancing, Lau Gar Kung Fu, ancient history, various music and entomology.
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22 reviews
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Fantastic book, great insight into the bond between man and dog and also the harsh realities of war where not only human lives were lost. Would recommend this book to all age groups but get the tissues ready!! Christopher Hayes-Brown has another fantastic book Secret island which I am half way through and loving it!!!
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It is not often that I find a book that I can't put down but this book did exactly that. Lady is a fantastic read and has a very beautifully written book. I would highly recommend this to anyone.
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Wow, A supreme piece of work from this new author! He introduces a unique character dimension by describing the relationship of a man and his dog and how we should see all animals as equal amongst us.
Thank you for sharing your craft :-)
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Great read will really touch your heart
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A lovely book depicting a special relationship between a man and his dog. Very thought provoking.
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This book paints a lovely picture of the bond between people and dogs. It's clear the author has a passion for animals in general and has huge respect for those who fought for their country, which is a strong and necessary message for these times.
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