The Stray Dogs: The BRAND NEW heartwarming, uplifting novel about second chances from a bestselling author, perfect for all dog-lovers this autumn 2026!

They say you can't teach an old dog new tricks, but Desmond and Leona are about to find out that it's never too late to start living your dreams in this uplifting fiction hug in a mug from beloved author Ruth Hogan.

Since his marriage ended, Desmond Leaks has been stuck in rut. But living alone does have some upsides - for one, there's no one to tell him that he's 'not allowed' chocolate spread on his toast.

And for Leona Lennox, a fresh start might just mean she can finally open that rescue centre for abandoned dogs she's always dreamed of. That's if she can learn to let people in occasionally . . .

Take this Desmond guy, he's so nice that he's offering to get his old band back together to play some fundraising gigs for the rescue centre. If only Leona could say yes, just this once . . . The Stray Dogs might actually be decent, right?

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Lost dogs and lost people find unexpected happiness in this gorgeous, uplifting story filled with Ruth Hogan's trademark wit and warmth, perfect for fans of Sally Page, Mike Gayle, Amanda Prowse and Anstey Harris.

'Ruth Hogan plus dogs equals feel-good fiction bliss! This heartwarming tale of lost dogs and new beginnings is Hogan absolutely at the top of her game. A must-read!' - Mike Gayle

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READERS LOVE THE STRAY DOGS!

'Best book! So sad I've finished it and who doesn't love a happy ending!!' Reader review, 5 stars

' Oh Wow! What a wonderful, beautiful story, my new favourite by Ruth Hogan.' Reader review, 5 stars

' Just order it - you'll have no regrets - another beautiful story from a wonderful author.' Reader review, 5 stars

' The best book I've read this year, and now that it's over, I'm actually grieving.' Reader review, 5 stars

'Full of furbabies . . . I loved this book!' Reader review, 5 stars

'What an utterly beautiful book to get stuck into.' Reader review, 5 stars

'This beautiful story doesn't just steal your heart, it makes you fall in love!' Reader review, 5 stars

' A love letter to (rescue) dogs . . . uplifting . . . I would have loved to spend more time with the dogs!' Reader review, 5 stars

'It's easy to run out of superlatives for this delightful book . . . The tales of rescue, redemption, romance and reunion are just perfect!' Reader review, 5 stars

'A charming, feel good read that leaves you all warm and fuzzy inside!' Reader review, 5 stars

'While life has ups and downs having a dog by your side can make the journey better!' Reader review, 5 stars

' Heartwarming and heartbreaking in equal measure. The best thing I can say is 'Just read it'.' Reader review, 5 stars

'I loved the characters and the dogs woven in made it such a beautiful story.' Reader review, 5 stars