Product Description <br/>A warm, uplifting story about a boy, his dog, and the healing power of music marks a first-time collaboration between two former Irish Children’s Laureates, Eoin Colfer and P.J. Lynch.<br/>Patrick has been desperate for a dog of his own for as long as he can remember, and this summer, with his father away, he longs for a canine friend more than ever. Meanwhile, in his short doggy life, Oz has suffered at the hands of bad people. Somewhere out there, he believes, is an awesome boy — his boy. And maybe, when they find each other, Oz will learn to bark again. Illustrated in light charcoal by two-time Kate Greenaway Medalist P.J. Lynch, this heartwarming story by Eoin Colfer, internationally best-selling author of the Artemis Fowl series, is certain to enchant.<br/> About the Author <br/>Eoin Colfer is the<br/>New York Times best-selling author of the children’s fantasy series Artemis Fowl. His other notable works include<br/>Half Moon Investigations,<br/>Airman, and<br/>The Supernaturalist. The recipient of many awards, he lives in Ireland with his wife and two children.