Everyone has a time when they feel left out and alone. Campbell has felt that way since her mother died. Even before that, her mother wasn't always "present." Campbell's father hasn't shared his feelings about what happened. He has had his own tragedy to deal with.
Luz is Campbell's best friend. She also has family issues, but Campbell feels safe and comfortable when she is at Luz's house. They share their feelings and usually try to help each other.
One day Campbell witnesses a man in a creepy, white van dumping a little puppy along the side of the road. She tries to find the little dog, but he hides in an empty lot. Campbell is torn about what to do. She would love to rescue the puppy, but her father is the director of the local animal control. He is obsessed with keeping strays off the streets. She knows if a stray is picked up, it has three days to be adopted or it will be euthanized. Hopefully, Campbell can figure out a way to save the dog before her father picks it up.
Author Gia Gordon takes readers on an adventure with two friends, a little dog, and emotions aplenty. STRAYS teaches we all need understanding and a place to feel safe and at home.
