Although it is part of the K-9 Companions series, A K-9 to Reunite Them can be read as a stand-alone book. The books in the series are written by different authors, and Jill Kemerer is one of my favorites. With a second chances trope, a cast of engaging and realistic characters, and a plot that drew me in immediately, this story is a delightful and charming read. Seth Hudson has moved back to small-town Fairview, Wyoming to start a dog-boarding center after spending several years training service dogs. When Caroline Bright moves back to town and asks him to train a service dog for her small daughter Nina who has diabetes, Seth can’t refuse, although he wants nothing to do with Caroline who broke his heart years ago.
I loved the compassion and empathy that Seth showed Caroline and Nina, although he had reason to refuse his help. Caroline impressed me with her love and care of her adopted daughter. She was willing to do hard things to give Nina the best life possible. I enjoyed learning more about service dogs and their training. The author had obviously done much research into the subject. The tale is well-written, clean and wholesome, and features themes of forgiveness, trust, and hope.
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