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The first book in the doggone awesome, howl-ariously illustrated, bestselling series from the creator of Middle School! Rafe Khatchadorian's lovable dog Junior gets his chance to shine. Oh boy, oh boy, oh boy! I've been waiting for ages to tell my story, and now it's finally happening! Being Rafe's dog isn't always easy, but it is always EXCITING! I've got so much to tell you about: How I protect the yard from birds, raccoons, squirrels, raccoons, mail carriers ... and did I mention RACCOONS? Sniffing pooch posteriors for the latest canine news. And the terrifying monster hiding in the hall closet: the vacuum cleaner ! These were all the most paw-some parts of my doggie life -- until the evil Mrs. Stricker threatened to send me back to the pound if I didn't learn to behave. Now Rafe and I have to go to obedience school and win the trophy for Best Trained Dog . . . or else!
Author Notes
James Patterson was born in Newburgh, New York, on March 22, 1947. He graduated from Manhattan College in 1969 and received a M. A. from Vanderbilt University in 1970. His first novel, The Thomas Berryman Number, was written while he was working in a mental institution and was rejected by 26 publishers before being published and winning the Edgar Award for Best First Mystery.
He is best known as the creator of Alex Cross, the police psychologist hero of such novels as Along Came a Spider and Kiss the Girls. Cross has been portrayed on the silver screen by Morgan Freeman. He has had eleven on his books made into movies and ranks as number 3 on the Hollywood Reporter's '25 Most Powerful Authors' 2016 list. He also writes the Women's Murder Club series, the Michael Bennett series, the Maximum Ride series, Daniel X series, the Witch and Wizard series, BookShots series, Private series, NYPD Red series, and the Middle School series for children. He has won numerous awards including the BCA Mystery Guild's Thriller of the Year, the International Thriller of the Year award, and the Reader's Digest Reader's Choice Award.
James Patterson introduced the Bookshots Series in 2016 which is advertised as All Thriller No Filler. The first book in the series, Cross Kill, made the New York Times Bestseller list in June 2016. The third and fourth books, The Trial, and Little Black Dress, made the New York Times Bestseller list in July 2016. The next books in the series include, $10,000,000 Marriage Proposal, French Kiss, Hidden: A Mitchum Story (co-authored with James O. Born). and The House Husband (co-authored Duane Swierczynski).
Patterson's novel, co-authored with Maxine Paetro, Woman of God, became a New York Times bestseller in 2016.
Patterson co-authored with John Connoly and Tim Malloy the true crime expose Filthy Rich about billionaire convicted sex offender Jeffrey Eppstein.
In January 2017, he co-authored with Ashwin Sanghi the bestseller Private Delhi. And in August 2017, he co-authored with Richard Dilallo, The Store.
The Black Book is a stand-alone thriller, co-authored by James Patterson and David Ellis.
In April 2018, he co-authored Texas Ranger with Andrew Bourelle.
In May 2018, he co-authored Private Princess with Rees Jones.
In August 2018 he co-authored Fifty Fifty with Candice Fox.
(Bowker Author Biography)
Reviews (4)
Publisher's Weekly Review
In this series spinoff, narrator Junior, hound of the Middle School series' Rafe Khatchadorian, typifies his exuberance and loquaciousness in his journal's introduction: "If you hadn't guessed already, I'm a dog. Yep... shiny-nosed... licky-tongued... floppy-eared." Newly rescued, he is delighted with his new "pet human," Rafe, who in Junior's Doglish becomes "Ruff Catch-A-Doggy-Bone." The clueless pup's delusions stoke the story's humor: he knows "there's no nicer way for a human to be woken than with a paw-poke in the center of their forehead." Similarly, sent to obedience school after causing a ruckus in the park, Junior is convinced he'll ace the class, despite his inability to follow commands, and is outraged when he flunks ("Stop everything! The world has gone mad!"). Rather than being returned to the shelter for failing, as the teacher threatens, Junior finagles a way to enter the Debonair Dandy-Dog Show, with expectedly amusing results. Bolstered by Watson's spry cartoons, Patterson and Butler's rollicking story will catch-and hold-the attention of young readers, especially those of the dog-loving variety. Ages 7-12. (Dec.) © Copyright PWxyz, LLC. All rights reserved.
Horn Book Review
Dog Junior relates his adoption by "pet human" Ruff (a.k.a. Rafe from Middle School, the Worst Years of My Life); describes his new "family kennel"; and shares his struggles in obedience class. Humor and high jinks abound, but by the time Junior finds both trouble and redemption at a dog show, the consistent doggy point of view wears a bit thin. Activity pages appended. Glos. (c) Copyright 2019. The Horn Book, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
Booklist Review
Junior, a rescue dog from the local animal shelter, tells about his life with his person-pal, Ruff Catch-a-Doggy-Bone (Rafe Khatchadorian). Soon after being adopted, they head to the doggy park, where Junior excitedly sees other rescued friends. The pups enjoy a raucous romp around the park until they hear crabby old Ms. Stricker's whistle. She demands that Rafe and Junior take her dog-training course, or she'll send Junior back to the shelter. Unfortunately, rambunctious Junior would rather play than obey, and the class is a disaster. In an act of desperation, Rafe negotiates Junior a place in an upcoming dog show, where they'll have one last chance to prove Junior can be trained. Ms. Stricker assures Rafe that her precious poodle always wins, but things take a chaotic, hilarious turn when a raccoon appears on the show floor. Patterson's tongue-in-cheek humor, accompanied by Watson's comic artwork, makes this illustrated chapter book a lighthearted dog and his boy story for dog-lovers and fans of Tom Watson's Stick Dog series.--J. B. Petty Copyright 2018 Booklist
Kirkus Review
Junior is a dog of great enthusiasm.Recently adopted from the animal shelter by Mom-Lady, he's the happy owner of a pet human boy he calls Ruff. Ruff is a good human. He lets Junior sleep on his bed, takes him for walks to the dog park (neighborhood map included), and seems unperturbed by Junior's ever-so-doggy ways. Unfortunately, Junior accidentally gets away at the dog park and causes all sorts of amusing pandemonium, very annoying to nasty professional dog trainer Iona Stricker. She presents Ruff with an ultimatum: either train his unruly dog (in her class), or she will have Junior returned to the shelter. Junioronce he learns what's neededis happy to comply, until his enthusiasm gets the better of him once again. Related in Junior's endearingly canine first-dog voice, the tale is a quick one, accompanied by Watson's numerous cartoon illustrations that perfectly capture Junior's whimsical attitude. A healthy serving of mild bathroom humor should appeal to the intended audience. After all, who doesn't like to hear of a dog using Ruff's sister's shoes for a latrine? The few human characters all appear to be the white default. The broad humor and fast pace will likely entice many a reader turned off by longer, more deliberative tales. Activities and a "Doglish" glossary are included.This series opener is a romp in the park. (Fiction. 7-11) Copyright Kirkus Reviews, used with permission.
