One Dog and His Boy
Eva Ibbotson, Sharon Rentta
Subjects
- Animal Tales - bundles of fur, fluff and fun
- Friends & Family - tears and laughter, and happy ever after
- Funny Stuff - rib ticklers to make you fall off your chair
Average rating
All Hal had ever wanted was a dog. But a dog would damage the carpets in Hal’s house, and so his parents refused to let him have one. Then they discover Easy Pets, a convenient dog-rental agency. Terrier Fleck arrives on Hal’s birthday, but when he discovers that his dog must be returned, he runs away. An irresistible adventure from a truly great and much-loved children’s author that every dog-loving child will adore. Perfect for fans of 101 DALMATIANS. With lovely line drawings on each chapter head Praise for One Dog and His Boy ""The late, great Eva Ibbotson’s last novel does not disappoint. This perfectly pitched book is a eulogy to dogs. Only someone with a profound understanding and love for dogs could have written this moving book about the importance of love and friendship and the power of people and animals to provide it."" BookTrust ""Readers who have grown to love Ibbotson’s bighearted heroes and larger-than-life adventure stories will relish this final novel, published after her death in 2010."" Publisher’s Weekly ""Eva Ibbotson’s final book is in essence a familiar story - a lonely boy desperate for a pet and a dog desperate to be loved, but this wonderful poignant story is also a critique of consumerism and a call for family values"" Love Reading 4 Kids
Reviews
Really good
Judge Pinky Hungry-Hippo 20.07.2024
I really quickly got through this book because it was so intriguing. A young boy named Hal come from a very rich family. His mother is always shopping and he never sees his father because he is on business trips. All Hal has ever dreamed for on his birthday is not a phone but a dog. Hal's parents won't get him one because they think it will ruin the carpets. I really enjoyed the part when Pippa saw that the dogs were locked up in cages and it wasn't fair so she just let them all out. She wasn't even thinking about the consequences!!! Highly recommended.
Mademoiselle Jet Bumblebee 31.07.2023
I liked Hal best because he had ups and downs but he didn’t give up and he was very brave. I would recommend this book.
Anonymous 23.07.2023
Star Reviewer
This book is an emotional story of a boy who so wants to get a dog, but his hopes are ruined when his parents refuse. They finally reconsider and rent a Terrier called Fleck. Then, something unexpected happens when the boy, Hal, realises Fleck has to be returned: he runs away from his home. From then on, Hal gets caught up in many different and strange adventures while hiding from the people who want to find him. Will he be found? I would recommend this to anyone who loves animals, especially dogs, who love adventure and humour.
Anonymous 25.07.2022
This fictional book is a story about a rich boy who has everything he wants except a dog. He runs away with a friend and 5 dogs to his grandparents to get away from his parents. It is a bit slow to start with but worth reading as it get very funny and exciting. I would recommend this for ages 7 and over.
Lord Dragon Vampire 01.09.2021
I liked Fleck the best. It was a great story.
Princess Blueberry Costa-Rica 29.08.2021
It was a bit boring to start off with but the further you get on in the book the better it gets It was a fiction book and the story was good.
Sir Cello Hoverboard 23.08.2021
I liked how each dog had a different personality and the relationships with each other. It was very funny!
Viscountess Wanda Mildew 05.08.2021
heartwarming book about loyalty and friendship. Shows the errors of those who are governed by greed
Anonymous 03.12.2020
Good book. I love it! Everybody should read it!
Ambassador Ocean Jumpsuit 15.09.2020
It's a fantastic and exciting booK. I love it!
Nurse Petronella Hedgehog 05.09.2020
My favourite character was Pippa because she was really kind to the dogs and let them out of their cages. I would recommend this people who liked DOGS!
Professor Esmerelda Banana 01.09.2020
I like the adventures of Hal who was desperate to have a dog of his own. Recommended read to any dog lovers.
Anonymous 20.08.2020
A great book. I really felt like I was there myself. I definitely recommend this book.
King Zeus Racoon 20.08.2020
Great adventure book. Which shows how resilience and determination wins in the end. It also shows how kindness is always rewarded. The main character is Hal and his dog Fleck who go on an adventure, so that they can stay together. Along the way they meet some new friends and discover new families for the other dogs who came with them in their adventure. Great story which shows that kindness can be rewarded and that the most important things in life aren't always the ones that can be bought.
Anonymous 14.08.2020
I enjoyed this book and the story made you want to keep reading to find out what happened next. You felt for the characters in the book and could relate to them easily. I would recommend this book to anyone who likes animals and adventure stories.
Viscount Crocodile Ketchup 11.08.2020
I liked Otto the best as i love big dogs, especially St Bernards. Yes. I recommend it to dog lovers.
Officer Gloriana Starlight 06.08.2020
Really good book. It entertained me for a while which is unusual as i am a quick reader. I recommend it.
Fairy Honeycomb Shortbread 25.07.2020
This is a fiction book about a boy called Hal who comes from a rich family but all he really wants is a dog. He buys a dog which he believes will be his forever but it is only a rental dog. He goes on an adventure across the country until he reaches his grandparents home, so he can keep his dog Fleck. This book made me cry but it has a happy ending.
Don Raccoon Mouse 20.07.2020
I really like her books.
Princess Daisy Pennyfarthing 26.04.2020
