BONEY

About the Book

Harley Graves and  his dog Patch are ambushed by a pack of wild dogs.  After a fierce struggle, they win the battle -- but  Patch is mortally wounded.

As Harley carries his old friend home one last time, he finds another victim of the pack-- a small , badly injured mutt.  Something in the pups eyes captivates Harley whose veterinarian proclaims him nothing but  a bag of bones, and the name sticks.

Boney soon becomes well-known but  is teased by the town  bullies about his torn ear and other battle scars. Harley, however, knows that its not  how Boney  looks but what is behind his eyes and in his heart that matters.

Boney  proves this the night Harley is seriously wounded during a terrible storm and sends Boney  to  find help.  Against overwhelming odds,  the little dog makes his way over 22 treacherous miles, fighting  nature and the wild dog pack  to save his  master.

Boneys  story of courage, loyalty and  unconditional love will be enjoyed by readers of all ages.

About the Author

Jerry Auchstetter retired from teaching and coaching in 1993. His inspiration for writing “Boney” came as a gift to his seven grandchildren. After receiving encouragement and unbiased praise for his story he decided to publish the book. Many sequences in the writings are from reminiscences from his childhood growing up in a small mid western town Mendota Illinois. He resides with his wife Linda in a suburb of Chicago near his children and grandchildren.