Based on a true story following the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing, this heart-warming story of the love and teamwork between a girl and her assistance dog will illuminate and inspire. Rescue thought he'd grow up to be a guide dog - it's the family business, after all. But when he gets news that he's better suited to being an assistance dog, he's worried that he's not up the task. Then he meets Jessica, a girl whose life is turning out differently than the way she imagined it, too. Now Jessica needs Rescue by her side to help her accomplish everyday tasks. And it turns out that Rescue can help Jessica see after all: a way forward, together, one step at a time. An endnote from the authors tells more about the training and extraordinary abilities of assistance dogs, particularly their real-life best friend and Labrador, Rescue.-Amazon.
Jessica Kensky Books
Jessica Kensky and Patrick Downes, a married couple injured in the Boston Marathon bombing, share their lives with their devoted companion, a service dog named Rescue. Together, they navigated trauma and recovery, their bond deepening through shared challenges and the support of their canine partner. Their combined story is a testament to resilience, love, and the power of human and animal companionship. Their experiences shape their unique perspective on life.
