Little Boy Blue

I loved this book - not only because this is my world lately and because Kim Kavin is quite obviously a kindred spirit, but because the writing was excellent, the research complete, and the passion so evident. Kim educates without beating us over the head; she exposes the horrors of dog overpopulation, while admitting her own bias and misconceptions. Not only that, she writes a beautiful tale about an adorable puppy and a woman looking for answers amidst personal pain and political agendas. Bravo. Everyone should read this book.

Author Kim Kavin is a journalist who had no idea the adorable brindle puppy she adopted in New Jersey and named Blue was actually a last-minute rescue from a gas chamber in North Carolina. Astounded, she sets out to learn Blue’s history and why and how van loads of dogs arrive in the northeast from southern states. Kavin’s journalism background is on full display in the book, which is one of the reasons I think this book is important. She does not take sides or paint anyone as “villain” or hero, but certainly offers enough facts for the reader to… show more.