This story, written in freeform poetry by Jack, tells of his initial reluctance to write poetry, as well as his growing interest in and penchant for writing that which he thought he could not. Many loose elements eventually come together in his final poems, which are both insightful, as well as heart wrenching. A quick and easy read, the book’s freeform gives the reader a chance to see directly into Jack’s innermost thoughts and feelings. Though written as poetry, the poems as a collective tell a story, and each element of the story builds into one major story about a boy and the loss of his dog. Reluctant readers will enjoy this simple book, and perhaps may be inspired to write some poetry of their own, as the book gives a variety of examples of different styles and techniques.
