Midnight at the Shelter Hardback - 2022

Written with a distinctively doggy voice, great humor, and plenty of heart, this novel from acclaimed author Nanci Turner Steveson is a perfect pick for readers looking for a touching animal story in the vein of Because of Winn-Dixie or Marley & Me.

Rescue dog MahDi is happy helping his human partner, "MomDoc," with the important work at her vet clinic and the local animal shelter. The two of them make a good team, caring for the town's pets and matchmaking rescue animals with the families who need them.

When the shelter is suddenly down a staff member, the animals have to deal with a new caretaker: Huck, an unpleasant man who seems to have no problem threatening the animals he's supposed to care for. As more dogs crowd into the shelter than are going to new homes, MahDi begins to worry that if MomDoc isn't around, there is no telling what Huck might do.

With three perfectly good legs, the heart of a true leader, and his pack mates by his side, MahDi is willing to risk everything to save his shelter-friends from an uncertain future.

Can this brave three-legged dog rally his friends in time to protect the shelter he calls home?

• Animal Point of View: Read the story through the eyes of MahDi, a clever rescue dog with a distinct voice, a big heart, and only three legs.
• Finding a Forever Home: Follow MahDi and MomDoc as they matchmake unforgettable shelter animals with the perfect families, proving every pet deserves a second chance.
• Friendship and Loyalty: When a cruel new caretaker named Huck threatens their safety, MahDi must rely on his pack of shelter friends to stand up for what's right.
• Courage Against the Odds: Discover a story of bravery as MahDi proves that you don't need four legs to be a hero and protect the ones you love.