Author(s): Michael Morpurgo

Adventure and Real Life Stories

A tale of kindness triumphing over cruelty, of resilience, friendship and the value of looking forward rather than behind you - from a master storyteller
'Pitch perfect' Daily Mail
When Patrick saves a greyhound puppy from drowning in the canal, he gives his beloved new pet the only name that feels right: Best Mate.
But despite Patrick's promise to look after Best Mate forever, it isn't long before the greyhound is thrust into a new life and threatened with a fate he will have to fight to escape. In the face of constant danger, Best Mate finds a way to survive. The real challenge will be finding a home . . .