Chapter 2 BEFOREīefore he came, I watched my beautiful mother.

I do not dream of the long winter nights on the streets of Russia seldom do I dream of the things that drove me from my home.

It has been many years since I lived with the dogs, but still I dream. I cry out, begging them to come back, to take pity on this earthbound boy. And then, great wings unfold from their backs, spreading wide and lifting the dogs above me. We run for the joy and freedom in it, never tiring, never hungry. Sometimes I dream we are running, the dogs and I, through empty streets and deserted parks. I dream of wet tongues, flashing teeth, warm noses, and knowing eyes, watching. I dream of warm, soft backs pressed against mine, their deep musky smell a comfort on long, bitter nights. Adults, I encourage you to read it.Note: This book was given as part of a tour with no expectation of a positive review. I wanted to feel how that little boy felt when those dogs loved him.This is more than a simple story. Those simple acts had more goodness in them than anything.And the dogs.Their love for the dog was amazing and so accurate. I think the most innocent were the ones who just fed him without doing anything else. Even the ones that meant no harm to the boy acted like those that did. I found that to be quite fascinating as most people do. There were some kind people, but most humans proved to be deceitful or with their own agendas. It is not just limited to cities or to Russia. To me, this book shows a lot about human nature. But I want to focus on the message of the book.I was drawn into this story through the soul of the dogs and those of the humans. The dogs had more personality than most humans which I really did enjoy. Yes, the characters are extremely captivating. The pace is slower than most adult books, but there is nothing in it that shouldn't be.I'm going to deviate a little from my typical review style because this book needs special attention. They will survive each season and the cruelty of humans.This is a children's book of about ages 8 and up, but adults would enjoy it, too. What saves him is his determination and a pack of dogs that becomes his friends. Not long, he is taken to the big city and abandoned.

Bobbie Pyron does all that and more in The Dogs of Winter.This is the story of a five year old Russian boy whose life is turned upside down when his mother brings in a new man who is abusive.

The dogs of winter by bobbie pyron