The Watch Dog

Life is complicated and most often harsh. For Garrett Baker it's both, and then some. He can't remember a time he was truly happy. When circumstances make it so he has no choice but to return home, he reluctantly does so.

Arriving back at the small town where he grew up, he is met with coldness, hostility, suspicion and indifference. He expected no less, but why does it bother him now when it never used to?

When Garrett begins to see Brownie, the ghost of his long-dead puppy, he wonders if he has finally lost it. Soon enough though, he sees that Brownie is leading him towards something. Is it possible? Is there such a thing as redemption for one like him?

This is a perfect break between all the spooky and witchy reads. I haven't read this author before and I'm glad to have the chance to. This is a story a lot of people can relate to and connect with.

So often we can feel alone, left out, and hurt by others and then purposefully close ourselves off. It's refreshing to read a story that can bring these situations to light, while at the same time show the emotions and struggles that go with them in a meaningful way.

I really enjoyed the pacing, characters, writing and the ending. Everything flowed well together and wrapped up nicely. This is one author I will be reading again.

I sincerely appreciate the publisher and By the Book Virtual Book Promoters for providing me with a review copy. All opinions expressed herein are mine and mine alone.