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Penelope: A Novel
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George Anderson wants nothing more than to be alone in his trailer or on his porch, reading the newspaper, minding his own business. When a filthy, bothersome dog presents herself at his feet, George is anything but pleased, and when the disheveled boy from across the street walks over, it only irritates George further.
Yet as the dog refuses to leave, George begrudgingly allows Callum onto his porch, where, as days pass, a relationship slowly begins to blossom between the boy and the curmudgeonly older man.
When Callum’s mom is whisked away in an ambulance, the small boy’s fate is unknown, forcing George to reckon with the demons of his past and grapple with not only the boy’s circumstances but George’s future as well.
Alternating between past and present, Penelope explores how one moment can echo into the future, how one person can change the way we think, and ultimately, how the merging of two very different lives has, if we let it, the ability to heal a broken heart.
George Anderson wants nothing more than to be alone in his trailer or on his porch, reading the newspaper, minding his own business. When a filthy, bothersome dog presents herself at his feet, George is anything but pleased, and when the disheveled boy from across the street walks over, it only irritates George further.
Yet as the dog refuses to leave, George begrudgingly allows Callum onto his porch, where, as days pass, a relationship slowly begins to blossom between the boy and the curmudgeonly older man.
When Callum’s mom is whisked away in an ambulance, the small boy’s fate is unknown, forcing George to reckon with the demons of his past and grapple with not only the boy’s circumstances but George’s future as well.
Alternating between past and present, Penelope explores how one moment can echo into the future, how one person can change the way we think, and ultimately, how the merging of two very different lives has, if we let it, the ability to heal a broken heart.
362 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 16, 2025
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About the author
Amy Fillion
20 books19 followersAmy Fillion is the author of both adult and children's fiction. She is raising three energetic boys in New Hampshire with her husband, attempting not to become too annoyed with her three unruly rescue cats, and immensely enjoying cuddles from her rescue dog. She worked in the field of early intervention after graduating from the University of New Hampshire with a degree in psychology. She then left that job to stay home with her growing children.
She loves discussing books with friends, the smell of coffee brewing, reading outdoors in the warmer months, and elephants.
She also loves to hear from readers. You can find her at www.amyfillion.com.
She loves discussing books with friends, the smell of coffee brewing, reading outdoors in the warmer months, and elephants.
She also loves to hear from readers. You can find her at www.amyfillion.com.
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Displaying 1 - 13 of 13 reviews
May 17, 2025
It's here! I am so pleased to share Penelope with you. I hope you enjoy reading it as much as I enjoyed writing it.
July 28, 2025
Touching tale
Life throws hard curves but has a way of offering us straighter paths. We just need to look for them and surround ourselves with people to support us.
Each of these characters "found" each other because of a dog.
I enjoyed this book and look forward to reading this author's next book.
Life throws hard curves but has a way of offering us straighter paths. We just need to look for them and surround ourselves with people to support us.
Each of these characters "found" each other because of a dog.
I enjoyed this book and look forward to reading this author's next book.
December 11, 2025
Hope
Sometimes when I finish reading a heartwarming book such as this one, I find that I’m smiling from the inside out. The storyline is not all sugary sweet as the characters struggle with issues common in today’s society but learn to face and overcome them.
Sometimes when I finish reading a heartwarming book such as this one, I find that I’m smiling from the inside out. The storyline is not all sugary sweet as the characters struggle with issues common in today’s society but learn to face and overcome them.
May 26, 2025
Beautiful
Amy’s books always touch my heart. This book is so well written and I will remember it forever l hope there are more books coming from Amy Fillion
Amy’s books always touch my heart. This book is so well written and I will remember it forever l hope there are more books coming from Amy Fillion
June 24, 2025
5stars
This book made me smile, the entire read. A feel good story. Penelope brought a neighborhood together and helped them.
This book made me smile, the entire read. A feel good story. Penelope brought a neighborhood together and helped them.
October 23, 2025
an absolutely wonderful story!
I laughed, I cried and was so deeply moved! George, Cal and Penelope are wonderfully heart warming. I loved it❤️❤️❤️❤️
I laughed, I cried and was so deeply moved! George, Cal and Penelope are wonderfully heart warming. I loved it❤️❤️❤️❤️
November 3, 2025
There are simply not enough words of praise, or rating stars to give, which can do justice to how I felt about this lovely story. So many emotions!!! It’s a must read!
November 4, 2025
I was looking for a dog story, something light. This book had character depth and although predictable I enjoyed it. And (spoiler) the dog doesn't die!!!
November 29, 2025
Really enjoyed this read
December 13, 2025
A feel-good story
A ragged boy, a homeless dog, and a grumpy old man have an encounter on the man's front porch. What could go wrong from there?
A ragged boy, a homeless dog, and a grumpy old man have an encounter on the man's front porch. What could go wrong from there?
December 16, 2025
A Definite Feel Good Story!
A wonderful story! Made me happy, sad, angry, and made me cry. Penelope brought people together. That’s what dogs do!
A wonderful story! Made me happy, sad, angry, and made me cry. Penelope brought people together. That’s what dogs do!
December 20, 2025
Wonderful story. Had me sobbing, laughing and totally enjoying this book.
June 12, 2025
A touching story bringing forward situations with the characters that blended love, respect and age to create a warm and feel good read .
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