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Bristle Face

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I am 50 years old, I read BRISTLE FACE when I was in Jr. High at age 12 or 13 .. I have NEVER forgotten it. I was browsing some book titles today and saw it listed and a rush of old memories came flooding back. I can remember the book as if I had read it yesterday. This book is a wonderful tale of love shared between a lonely man, a lonely boy, and a wonderul dog. It is masterfully written, the character developement is top notch. You cannot read this book without it making a lasting impression. I am going to buy it and read it again!

This book made an impression on me that I will never forget. My girl friend hit me in the head with it, just kidding. This is a great book for anyone who feels all alone growing up. I will never forget Bristle Face and Jase and the love they had for each other. I was 13 when I first read it. I recommend this book for troubled teens.

This is a great book. It makes a great read aloud for the family. Jase Landers is a young boy who is running away from an abusive uncle. He is headed to Memphis, Tennessee when he stumbles upon a shaggy, glassy eyed, dog. Even though Bristle Face is not much to look at he will show much more character than most dogs. He is full of love and loyalty for Jase. In Bristle Face Jase finds a friend when he needed one the most. Jase will not be a boy forever because this dog will change his life.

I read this book in Jr High and loved it so much. I am 58 now and I bought it a few years ago for a nephew, and now I'm going to buy it again, read it and pass it on to my other nephew who is now 10. I think he will just love this book...Can't wait to get it again. I recommend this to any kid around 10 to 14.

Excellent as a kid. Excellent as a Senior! I was thrilled to be able to acquire a copy of this book and thank the company that was able to provide it!!

I'm 50yrs. old. I read this book when I was 10. I have never forgotten it. I also read the book Sputters, which was the sequel. I highly, highly recommend it to young kids. It is perfect for kids aged 9-12. They'll love it.

Have you ever seen a dog with the face of a porcupine? What if I told you this bristle-faced mutt could become the best fox dog in the country? No this isn't Ripley's Believe it or Not, just an ordinary dog in an ordinary place.

A boy who has lost both of his parents runs away after his uncle, who he's forced to live with, gets drunk and beats him. After he escapes questions run through his mind, "Where will I go? What will I eat?" But after finding a bit of company on the lonely dirt road, he gets attached to the ugly hound, and his life begins to change.

I love this book because the vivid description paints a picture in your mind. For example, after the panther fight, the author states, "I looked him over and found he was ripped bad down both sides and one ear was chewed almost clear off." Doesn't that make you think of a dying dog lying helpless on the ground (I know that isn't the best mental picture but it helps you plunge your self into the scene!)?

I also love the deep southern accent used through words such as, `ain't', and `electioneerin.' The author, Zachary Ball, tells the story from the boy's viewpoint rather than a bystander's, which gives the book an amazing twist.
I recommend this book for grades six and up because of vivid description however both adults and teenagers may find this book intriguing.

Judging from the reviews, it looks like I wasn't the only one who was affected by this book...
I was 12-13 yrs old when I read this book. Bristle Face, and it's sequel "Sputters", still bring back fond memories. Just as "Where The Red Fern Grows" is a wonderful story of a boy and his dogs with a tear-jerker ending, so is Bristle Face. It is also the equal of Red Fern, but just suffers from not having as good press. I waiting with baited breath for the time when my 6-yr-old is a little older so we can enjoy the story together at bed time!

I was pleased with my book. It was in great shape. I recieved it just like they said I would.

I first read Bristle Face as a primary school student...11 or 12 year old. It was on the schools book list. I subsequenly have read it to all my kids. Great in car reading. I have just realised that a telemovie was made of the book in 1964. I must get a hold of it.
The author, Zachary Ball, is amazing. How you can pack so much emotion, laugh, cry, anticipation, suspence etc. into such a amall book is a great skill. The characters are really well developed. A really good read, feel good book.
I thoroughly recommend this book to anyone of any age. Get a hold of it.
Simon