White Fur Flying
White Fur Flying
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013
Book Brief
Beta116
Novel • Fiction
2013
Adult
8-12 years
590L
Super Short Summary
White Fur Flying by Patricia MacLachlan explores the lives of a family involved in rescuing Great Pyrenees dogs. The story focuses on a new, silent boy named Philip who moves next door and the interactions he has with the family and their dogs. Themes of communication, connection, and healing are central to the narrative.
Heartwarming
Emotional
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
2,074 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
White Fur Flying by Patricia MacLachlan is praised for its lyrical prose and heartfelt exploration of empathy and communication, especially with animals. The narrative is gentle and engaging, appealing to animal lovers and young readers. Some find the plot simplistic or slow-paced, but its emotional depth and charm largely outweigh these critiques.
Who Should Read White Fur Flying?
A reader who enjoys White Fur Flying by Patricia MacLachlan likely appreciates heartwarming stories involving animals and themes of communication and healing. Fans of Charlotte's Web by E.B. White and The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate may find this book appealing due to its gentle narrative and emotional depth.
2,074 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
116
Novel • Fiction
2013
Adult
8-12 years
590L
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