Shayla's Adventure: Home for Christmas - Hardcover

by Barchelle Bolger Wathen (Author), Stephanie J. Clark (Illustrator)

"Shayla's Adventure: Home for Christmas"

Shayla, a spirited young shepherd mix puppy, lives with her family on the streets of Ukraine. She dreams of a warm home, good food, and children to play with, but most of all she seeks adventure. One day, she follows a group of young carolers through town. When she returns to her family, they are gone.

Lost and alone, Shayla is rescued by Santa and his friendly reindeer. They take her home with them to the North Pole. There she befriends everyone, including Santa's four dogs, and even a cat. She becomes best friends with Belle, a blind but unstoppable Saint Bernard puppy. Together they discover the true magic of Christmas and the power of love.

Despite the joy and friendship at the North Pole, Shayla still longs for her own home and family. On Christmas Eve, Santa grants her Christmas wish and takes her to a special orphanage in Ukraine, where the children long for a special friend. There Shayla discovers home and the true spirit of love in the heart of a very special orphan boy named Ashok.