The Hunt of Her Life is a nonfiction book about Samantha, an unwanted rescue dog who the author adopts at age 2. This beautifully designed premium full-color book, by longtime newspaper journalist and MySetterSam.com publisher Joseph A. Reppucci, contains more than 60 color photos of dogs to help illustrate the compelling and uplifting story of Samantha - a pretty tricolor bird dog who uses her warm personality to win people over and build a new family after being put up for adoption by a hunter because she is gun-shy and afraid to hunt. Learn how she uses her special bonding abilities with people to help her eventually make a transition from the hunting fields to family life. While reading the The Hunt of Her Life, you will travel with Samantha and the author along a trail filled with surprising twists, sudden turns, mystery and even what some call a miracle. And when the journey is finished, you may never look at people and their pets, motherhood - and perhaps even God - in the same way. The vibrant color photos are carefully positioned throughout the book so you can see images of Samantha and other dogs as you are reading about them, making you feel like you are right there with them! Pet enthusiasts will appreciate the deep bond shared between this unwanted rescue dog and the book's author. Their unique closeness helps Samantha to twice defy certain death. Mothers will be touched by the relationship that the author has with his own mother. Their connection helps him to overcome many frustrations and deal with overwhelming odds in his suspenseful nationwide "hunt" to try to locate the unknown birthplace and family roots of his unregistered rescue dog after she eventually succumbs to illness. Those who like suspense will be intrigued and fascinated by the crafty investigative journalism techniques the author uses to try to uncover his dog's family tree. And everyone will be in awe as they come to realize that God all along has been providing a guiding hand in Samantha's journey through life and astonished when they ultimately learn about the mystical gift at the end of this rescue dog's trail. The Hunt of Her Life is must reading. It will take you on a captivating journey - a trip like no other - that will touch your heart. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Joseph A. Reppucci of Lexington, Massachusetts, has worked as a reporter and editor on major daily newspapers in the Greater Boston area for more than 30 years. He currently works at The Patriot Ledger of Quincy, a GateHouse Media newspaper. Mr Reppucci also is the publisher of MySetterSam.com, a website about dogs. He frequently writes about animal abuse, because he believes transparency is always the best disinfectant. He also writes about other pet topics such as adoption, behavior, health, medicine and safety. He is a graduate of Lexington High School and of Suffolk University in Boston. WHAT THEY ARE SAYING: "A wonderful journey made all the more remarkable by the determination of the author to honor his beloved English Setter and her bloodline. Twist after twist, turn after turn, you're never let down as The Hunt of Her Life proceeds toward its uplifting conclusion. Vivid photos complement the intelligent narrative. Don't forget the tissues, but don't worry - there's plenty to smile about, too." - Dick Trust, retired sportswriter, The Patriot Ledger of Quincy, Mass. ''The book is terrific! Wonderfully written, and I loved looking at those magnificent color photographs. This book really moved me, and I couldn't put it down. I don't own a dog, but I was inspired by this compelling rescue dog's story." - Matthew Spencer, reporter, Nebraska Life magazine "A wonderful story that is told with love and pride by a fine writer. It's a great tribute not only to Samantha, the rescue dog who is the book's main character, but to rescue dogs everywhere, of all kinds. This book is a must read for all dog lovers." - Maryellen Dever, free-lance reporter, Hingham, Mass., Journal
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Dog lovers, especially English Setter lovers or hunting dog folks will really enjoy this book.
It's a very fast read... I read it on an airplane in just a couple of hours. Very touching and heartwarming,
and fascinating to follow the author as he re-traces the dog's champion bloodline.
It's a very fast read... I read it on an airplane in just a couple of hours. Very touching and heartwarming,
and fascinating to follow the author as he re-traces the dog's champion bloodline.
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By C. Spece
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Dog lovers, but English Setter lovers in particular will love this book. It was especially relavent to me since I have rescued English Setters and I also have a dog out of a Grouse Ridge sire. Anyone who is a dog lover will appreciate and love this story.
