Dogs Don’t Break Hearts
- Publisher
- James Lorimer & Company Ltd., Publishers
- Initial publish date
- Mar 2025
- Category
- NON-CLASSIFIABLE, Friendship, Pets, Emotions & Feelings, Dating & Sex
- Recommended Age
- 13 to 18
- Recommended Grade
- 8 to 12
- Recommended Reading age
- 12 to 18
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Paperback / softback
- ISBN
- 9781459420069
- Publish Date
- Mar 2025
- List Price
- $16.95
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Hardback
- ISBN
- 9781459420076
- Publish Date
- Mar 2025
- List Price
- $27.99
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eBook
- ISBN
- 9781459420083
- Publish Date
- Mar 2025
- List Price
- $9.99
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Description
A gentle romance about a teen, gaslit by his former boyfriend, who takes solace in volunteering at pet rescue—where he finds his life brightened both by a special dog and a promising new relationship. With the help of his loyal canine friend, he learns to trust again and open his heart to love.
This gentle romance is a journey of healing, friendship, and the transformative power of connection—both with animals and with someone who sees him for who he truly is.
About the author
‘NATHAN BURGOINE is the author of the queer young adult novel Exit Plans for Teenage Freaks (finalist for the Prix Aurora Award for YA Novel) and queer young adult novella Hope Echoes, included in the collection Three Left Turns to Nowhere. Beyond writing, 'Nathan has worked in a sheet metal factory, on queer outreach, and as a bookstore manager. He, his husband, and their rescued husky live in Ottawa, Ontario.
Editorial Reviews
“…hilarious and an all-around enjoyable read... Highly recommended for hi-lo readers who loved Heartstopper."
★ Starred review, School Library Journal
