A Dog Called Homeless by Sarah Lean (author) (UK edition)

When Cally Fisher sees her dead mother, real as anything, no one believes her. So Cally stops talking – what’s the point if no one is listening? The only other living soul who sees Cally’s mum is a mysterious wolfhound, who always seems to be there when her mum appears. But without a voice, how will Cally convince anyone that Mum is still with them? And how will she ever persuade Dad that the huge silver-grey dog is their last link with her? An outstandingly assured debut novel from a brave new talent.

“Heartbreakingly beautiful… I loved it.” Cathy Cassidy

“A tender story of heartache and hope, doubt and courage, silence and song. Sarah Lean’s graceful, miraculous writing will have you weeping one moment and rejoicing the next.” Katherine Applegate