Straydog

The story explores Rachel's emotional journey as she connects with a feral collie named Grrl at an animal shelter. Both share feelings of anger and isolation, but writing becomes a therapeutic outlet for Rachel. As she works to earn Grrl's trust, she also navigates her relationship with Griffin, a new boy who proposes a daring plan to rescue Grrl. Their bond highlights themes of trust, healing, and the transformative power of companionship, ultimately revealing that both Rachel and Grrl must learn to open their hearts.