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Dogsbody

By Diana Wynne Jones
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Dogsbody by Diana Wynne Jones follows the story of Sirius, a celestial being punished for a crime he didn’t commit, who is reborn on Earth as a dog. Navigating his new life, he must find a mysterious celestial object, all while forming unexpected bonds with a young girl named Kathleen and confronting the challenges of being a dog. It's a tale of redemption, adventure, and the power of loyalty and friendship in unexpected forms.
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You might like this book if you enjoy stories that blend fantasy and adventure with a touch of magic. It brings a unique perspective on redemption and friendship, following an unusual hero with both cosmic elements and down-to-earth challenges. The narrative offers a delightful exploration of loyalty, justice, and the transformative power of kindness.

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Dogsbody

Sirius, immortal Lord of the Dog Star and infamous for his quick temper, cannot believe it when he is falsely accused of murder and banished to Earth.

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Sirius, immortal Lord of the Dog Star and infamous for his quick temper, cannot believe it when he is falsely accused of murder and banished to Earth. There, he is reborn into the body of a puppy and learns that he has the life-span of that creature to recover the missing murder weapon. If he fails, he will die.

He is adopted by Kathleen, who has no idea that her beloved 'Leo' is anything more than an abandoned stray. She is a loving owner, but an unwanted guest in a family who mostly resent her presence. Sirius soon learns that he has enemies amongst the humans as well as amongst the unearthly beings who sentenced him. How on earth can he clear his name without his special powers?

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Diana Wynne Jones is known for her unique blend of humour, magical creativity, and fascinating alternative worlds, as highlighted in Dogsbody. Her work often combines an engaging sense of humour with deeper themes, creating plots that connect strongly to readers' emotions and experiences.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780006755227

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 September 2000

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins Children's Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 19.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 260g

Pages: 272

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Diana Wynne Jones Young Adult

About the Author

Diana Wynne Jones (1934–2011) spent her childhood in Essex and began writing fantasy novels for children in the 1970s. With her unique combination of magic, humour and imagination, she enthralled generations of children and adults with her work. She won the Guardian Award in 1977 with Charmed Life, was runner-up for the Children's Book Award in 1981 and was twice runner-up for the Carnegie Medal.

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