Patron Saint of Lost Dogs
Nick Trout
2013, 340 pages
Fiction
The reclusive Dr. Cyrus Mills, veterinary pathologist, returns to his hometown of Eden Falls, Vermont, to take over his estranged father’s veterinary practice after his death. Unbeknownst to his father’s partner, his intent is to sell the practice to pay off his legal bills and get his veterinary license reinstated. The story follows Dr. Mills from his arrival in rustic Eden Falls when he learns the practice is about to be foreclosed and that he has seven days to create enough income to make the first payment to the bank. Over these seven days, he learns to work with living patients, chooses not to euthanize a healthy dog, helps deliver a baby kitten and a baby boy, and meets someone he wants to date, as well as makes peace with his crusty office manager. He also learns much about himself, his father and the many pet owners of Eden Falls, where everyone knows everyone’s business. A quick, fun read for a lazy summer day from a Massachusetts veterinarian who previously published three nonfiction books, including Tell Me Where It Hurts (636 TROUT).
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