Lucky

Clarke, Gus. Lucky. La Jolla: Kane/Miller, 2005. ISBN 1929132840 $7.95
Laura Campisi

Lucky has everything that a dog could want, except for an owner. He has food, a roof over his head, and a place to sleep. Told through a dog’s perspective, this heartwarming story describes life in the pound. It is optimistic, providing its readers with a positive impression on what it is like for a dog living in the pound. The writing is simple and imaginative, combining pictures with words to tell the story. The full colored illustrations are comprised of paint and colored pencils and have texture and shadows that compliment Lucky’s story. Lucky helps each of his friends in the pound find a family and in the end finds himself a perfect match. This story for animal lovers is lively and inspirational, expressing an encouraging outcome for dogs that live in the pound.