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Discover 'Boy in the Blue Hammock', an award-winning novel by Darren Groth that blends themes of loyalty, loss, and the fight for survival in a dystopian landscape. Set against the backdrop of a crumbling civilization, this powerful story follows a dog named Tao, who becomes the protector of Kasper, a vulnerable boy facing unimaginable odds. With his family gone and society in chaos, Kasper must navigate the treacherous streets of Gilder, a small Pacific Northwest town steeped in tension and fear, guided only by his faithful companion. This gripping trade paperback, released in 2023 by Harbour Publishing, dives deep into social issues like ableism and the importance of giving voice to the voiceless. Perfect for fans of gripping fiction and heartwarming animal tales, 'Boy in the Blue Hammock' is a must-read that will resonate long after the last page. Immerse yourself in this poignant journey of resilience and companionship, and join Tao and Kasper on their quest for safety. With free shipping available, your new favorite novel can be on its way to you in up to 6 weeks. Note: Upon order placement, cancellations are not accepted. Get your copy today and experience a tale that challenges our understanding of humanity and compassion.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780889714267
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2023
Publisher: Harbour Publishing
Description:
Award-winning author Darren Groth’s epic story of a dog who will protect the last remaining member of his family, an intellectually disabled boy, at all costs as human civilization crumbles around them.
In a time of isolation and scarcity, a regressive regime rules with absolute power, turning neighbour against neighbour and crushing dissidence with deadly force. A microcosm of this monstrous time: the tiny Pacific Northwest town of Gilder.
In a house on the fringes of the decimated hamlet, Tao—a failed service dog turned pet—wakes to find his leash tied to the stairs, his hind leg broken and his family killed. With the world he knows shattered, there is one course of action: lay with his slain masters and wait for the enemy—the “hounds”—to return and end his life.
But it is not the hounds that find him—it is Kasper, fifteen years old, disabled, limited ability to speak, sole survivor of the family. With the discovery of Boy, Tao understands he now has a duty: guide the last living member of his pack through the ravaged streets of Gilder to safety. The destination? The only refuge he can conceive in a world gone mad? The site of his training five years before.
Boy in the Blue Hammock is an epic tale of loss and loyalty, of dissent and destruction, of assumption and ableism. With a powerful narrative and evocative prose, the novel poses one of the important questions of our time: When evil silences the people, who will protect those without a voice?
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780889714267
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2023
Publisher: Harbour Publishing
Description:
Award-winning author Darren Groth’s epic story of a dog who will protect the last remaining member of his family, an intellectually disabled boy, at all costs as human civilization crumbles around them.
In a time of isolation and scarcity, a regressive regime rules with absolute power, turning neighbour against neighbour and crushing dissidence with deadly force. A microcosm of this monstrous time: the tiny Pacific Northwest town of Gilder.
In a house on the fringes of the decimated hamlet, Tao—a failed service dog turned pet—wakes to find his leash tied to the stairs, his hind leg broken and his family killed. With the world he knows shattered, there is one course of action: lay with his slain masters and wait for the enemy—the “hounds”—to return and end his life.
But it is not the hounds that find him—it is Kasper, fifteen years old, disabled, limited ability to speak, sole survivor of the family. With the discovery of Boy, Tao understands he now has a duty: guide the last living member of his pack through the ravaged streets of Gilder to safety. The destination? The only refuge he can conceive in a world gone mad? The site of his training five years before.
Boy in the Blue Hammock is an epic tale of loss and loyalty, of dissent and destruction, of assumption and ableism. With a powerful narrative and evocative prose, the novel poses one of the important questions of our time: When evil silences the people, who will protect those without a voice?