I Am Rebel

A rollicking adventure, a tale of courage and faith, and the triumphant story of the special bond between a dog and his boy. A fast, fun, and sometimes frightening read, Rebel’s story will resonate with dog lovers of all ages.
—Pete Hautman, National Book Award winner and author of Answers to Dog

Ross Montgomery has crafted a page-turner that will keep the noses of young readers glued to the pages in the same manner as the hero dog’s nose is glued to the trail. I Am Rebel has the capacity to spark rich conversations about loyalty, sacrifice, friendship, and society.
—Kenneth M. Cadow, author of Kirkus Prize winner and National Book Award Finalist Gather

Devotion permeates this tale of a small dog who’s swept up in a peasants’ revolt against a greedy king . . . Heartwarming fare for young pet owners who feel the love and loyalty going both ways.
—Kirkus Reviews

Montgomery writes Rebel as the quintessential canine: aloof at times, but dedicated. Humor is found in Rebel’s enduring optimism, both of the world and of his situation, in comparison to the worldview of other animals. This is an easy pitch to readers who enjoy animal adventure stories. Recommend to dog lovers and fans of Pax (2016), by Sara Pennypacker.
—Booklist