By: Catherine Ryan Hyde (Author)
Catherine Ryan Hyde's novel, Seven Perfect Things, is an easy-to-read and easy-to-understand work of animal fiction that provides an overall satisfying experience. It's one of the best Books in the genre and a must-read for any animal fiction fan.
Andrea Garrett: This book was such a nice reprieve from profanity and sex. I would recommend this book to anyone who wants to actually read a story. To escape reality for a brief time in the world of puppies and happily ever after. I will definitely read more of this author's work!
United States on Aug 14, 2023
Ellen D Cantrell: First time reading this author. I'm hooked. Love her writing style. Will read more of her books for sure.
United States on Aug 11, 2023
Lee D: Very enjoyable story about family interaction s. It kept me guessing how many puppies she would be able to keep.
United States on Aug 07, 2023
Figi.: Heartwarming but unlikely story unfortunately.
United Kingdom on May 24, 2023
Henpatch: Truly a delightful story of many parts - love, fear, hatred, trust - just give yourself the joy of reading this lovely story.
Australia on May 23, 2023
A.FLEVILL: An excellent read. Story is very thoughtfully presented. Quite emotional and any body that loves dogs will fully appreciate the story line
United Kingdom on May 12, 2023
Amazon Customer: Wasn’t sure at first but really enjoyed this book nice to try a different type of story would read this author again
United Kingdom on Apr 24, 2023
Book Club Member: "Seven Perfect Things," by Catherine Ryan Hyde, is the charming story of a high school girl named Abby who rescues seven puppies from being drowned in a river. She takes them to the local animal shelter only to discover that the puppies would be scheduled for euthanasia within a few days, as the shelter was over capacity. Taking the pups to her home is not an option. Even if there had been room at their house, her bully of a father would never have allowed it. Abby takes off for a seemingly abandoned hunting cabin that she and her girlfriend Jamie had discovered some time ago. Abby ensconces the dogs in a shed on the property, returning each day with food and to clean up the mess the dogs created. Abby is only able to maintain her secret for so long. Eventually, Elliott, the owner of the cabin, returns to stay for a while, and Abby's mother Mary grows suspicious of her daughter's strange hours.
Elliott is grieving the recent loss of his wife. He had been her caretaker as she died from Alzheimer's. Mary is very unhappy in her marriage. She has been saving up money in hopes that she could afford for Abby and herself to leave the all-controlling Stan. When Stan discovers...
United States on Feb 14, 2022
Latisha: I chose to read this book because of the adorable puppies on the cover and expected a feel-good story about a little girl raising stray pups and learning responsibility. Instead, I got a coming-of-age story for not only Abby, but Mary and Elliot as well. Seven Perfect Things is unexpected, insightful and adorably funny.
Canada on Dec 10, 2021
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| Sale off | $5 OFF | $7 OFF | $10 OFF |
| Total Reviews | 1 reviews | 4 reviews | 3 reviews |
| Language | English | English | English |
| Best Sellers Rank | #1,077 in Coming of Age Fiction #1,437 in Family Life Fiction #4,019 in Literary Fiction | #27 in Animal Fiction #424 in Coming of Age Fiction #1,391 in Literary Fiction | #1,590 in Murder Thrillers#2,026 in Thriller & Suspense Action Fiction#5,889 in Suspense Thrillers |
| Publisher | Lake Union Publishing | Lake Union Publishing | Thomas & Mercer; First Edition |
| Item Weight | 11.4 ounces | 1.1 pounds | 1.25 pounds |
| Coming of Age Fiction (Books) | Coming of Age Fiction | Coming of Age Fiction | |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5/5 stars of 34,744 ratings | 4.7/5 stars of 76,830 ratings | 4.4/5 stars of 46,342 ratings |
| ISBN-10 | 1542021545 | 154202174X | 1542019508 |
| Dimensions | 5.5 x 1 x 8.25 inches | 5.5 x 1 x 8.25 inches | 6 x 1 x 9 inches |
| Paperback | 320 pages | ||
| Literary Fiction (Books) | Literary Fiction | Literary Fiction | |
| Family Life Fiction (Books) | Family Life Fiction | ||
| ISBN-13 | 978-1542021548 | 978-1542021746 | 978-1542019507 |
United States on Aug 21, 2023