After surveying the city the next morning, they decide to find food. The two survivors escape the Trap House and find a place to sleep. The earthquake kills all dogs in sight, except for him and his new friend, Sweet. In the present, Yap, now known as Lucky, wakes up in the Trap House to the start of an earthquake. The lightning scares the pups to bed, knowing they have a destiny ahead of them. Yap feels comfortable and safe until a storm breaks out. Yap is scared, but he knows his Mother will protect him. Their mother decides to tell them about the Storm of Dogs, a fierce battle, and warns them about another Storm of Dogs. The protagonist, named Yap, is one of the pups. A promising start for the many fans of the Warriors and Seekers adventure series." -Booklist Detailed Plot Summary The story begins with several pups gathered around their Mother-Dog awaiting a story. Wild and wonderful adventure for middle-graders." -Kirkus Reviews "Young readers will find plenty to like here, from the fast-moving plot, to the characterizations of individual dogs.
Viewing the unfolding adventure through Lucky’s eyes makes even the most mundane or familiar seem alive with magic. Can Lucky ever be a true Pack Dog? The Praise "Hunter expertly explores the tensions between responsibility and freedom risk and safety and loyalty and acceptance. Relying on other dogs-and having them depend on him-brings new dangers that Lucky isn't prepared for, but he may not be able to survive on his own.
He falls in with others left behind, including his littermate Bella, a Leashed Dog. Now Lucky is trapped in a strange and desolate new world with no food, foul water, and enemies at every turn. Other dogs have Packs, but Lucky stands alone. He has always been a Lone Dog, relying on his instincts to get by. Lucky is a golden-haired mutt with a nose for survival.
Dedication Special thanks to Gillian Philip For Lucy Philip The Blurb