A Place to Run Free (Paperback)

Michael LaReaux

ISBN 10: 1925856526 / ISBN 13: 9781925856521

Published by Stormbird Press, 2025

Paperback. Jake Phillips doesn't break the rules because he's a troublemaker. He breaks them because he thinks the rules are stupid. But some rules aren't meant to be broken.Haunted by memories of fear and violence, Ursus has never known kindness.An accident sends Jake to an afterlife where pets go to await their human companions. Jake soon discovers it's not the afterlife he learned about in church. An evil presence stalks the dark places among the trees, searching for dogs and cats to steal away. With Ursus as his guide, Jake sets off on a journey through ancient woods and golden grasslands, determined to put a stop to the disappearances and bring back those who were taken.Jake isn't strong, brave, or smart. Most of the time, he isn't even very nice. But there are animals who need rescue, and there is no one else to save them.He will just have to find strength and courage along the way. An accident sends Jake to an afterlife where pets go to await their human companions. Jake soon discovers it's not the afterlife he learned about in church. An evil presence stalks the dark places among the trees, searching for dogs and cats to steal away. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9781925856521

Synopsis:

Jake Phillips doesn't break the rules because he's a troublemaker. He breaks them because he thinks the rules are stupid. But some rules aren't meant to be broken. Haunted by memories of fear and violence, Ursus has never known kindness.

An accident sends Jake to an afterlife where pets go to await their human companions. Jake soon discovers it's not the afterlife he learned about in church. An evil presence stalks the dark places among the trees, searching for dogs and cats to steal away. With Ursus as his guide, Jake sets off on a journey through ancient woods and golden grasslands, determined to put a stop to the disappearances and bring back those who were taken.

Jake isn't strong, brave, or smart. Most of the time, he isn't even very nice. But there are animals who need rescue, and there is no one else to save them. He will just have to find strength and courage along the way.

About the Author: Michael LaReaux earned his degree in Creative Writing from California State University, Hayward and splits his time between Maine and the worlds of his own creation where he is free to be a self-sacrificing, heroic combination of Humphrey Bogart and Superman. He lives in an old farmhouse with his wife, two rambunctious dogs, and a very destructive cat.

Bibliographic Details

Title: A Place to Run Free (Paperback)
Publisher: Stormbird Press
Publication Date: 2025
Binding: Paperback
Condition: new