First published 2019
One in six dogs disappear during their lifetimes. Susannah Charleson knows this reality intimately through her rescue dog Ace, a Maltese mix who survived months wandering alone before finding safety at a shelter. When Susannah adopts Ace, she discovers his remarkable ability to detect the scent of lost pets. Together they begin helping desperate owners search for their missing companions. Susannah studies animal behavior and lost pet recovery methods while Ace undergoes specialized training. Their partnership leads them through neighborhoods and communities, reuniting families with beloved dogs. As they work case after case, Susannah confronts her own sense of being lost. When personal tragedy strikes and leaves her direction uncertain, Ace becomes her guide back to wholeness. Their bond deepens through shared purpose and mutual healing.
Genres: animals, family-life, dogs, non-fiction, biography-memoir
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, mutual-healing
320 pages · ebook · Harvest Publications