A heartfelt companion novel to the critically acclaimed Chester and Gus about inclusivity, autism, friendship, and family, perfect for fans of Sara Pennypacker and Kate DiCamillo.After being separated from his family, Franklin becomes an independent cat, until he meets a goofy dog named Chester. Chester is a service dog to his person, a boy named Gus, and Chester knows just the girl to be Franklin’s person—Gus’s classmate, Amelia.Amelia loves cats, but has a harder time with people. Franklin understands her, though, and sees how much they have in common. When Amelia gets into some trouble at school, Franklin wants to help the girl who’s done so much to help him. He’s not sure how, yet, but he’s determined to try.This sweet and moving novel demonstrates how powerful the bond between pets and people can be, while thoughtfully depicting a neurodivergent tween’s experience.Can a lost cat and a lonely girl save each other? Neurodivergent Heroine: Meet Amelia, a girl who finds it easier to talk to cats than kids, and whose biggest challenge is navigating the school hallways. Animal Point of View: See the world through the eyes of Franklin, a big-hearted cat on a mission to find a family and help his new favorite person. Making Friends: A gentle and hopeful story about finding your people (and pets), and learning that it’s okay to be different. Service Dog Sidekick: Featuring Chester, a loyal service dog who knows just how to help his boy, Gus, and bring the perfect new friends together.
