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Isaiah is a young boy growing up in a small country town. His best friend in the entire world is Midnight, a black dog with soft fur and warm, trusting, sparkling eyes. The two are inseparable. Each morning, Isaiah rushes outside to find Midnight faithfully waiting beside his window. After breakfast, Isaiah walks to school with Midnight by his side. And while the boy attends classes, his dog patiently waits outside for his return.
The two friends share adventures of exploration, playful fun, tree climbing, and finding hidden treasure. Midnight listens attentively to Isaiah's dreams for the future and communicates his own doggie exuberance through excited barks. The duo's ability to communicate with one another is legendary. The townspeople who observe them regard Isaiah's and Midnight's relationship as the epitome of true friendship. In truth, their bond surpasses that of mere friendship. They're family.
This heartwarming story accurately depicts the love between humans and man's best friend. With its colorful illustrations, simple writing style, and storyline based on childhood adventure, this could understandably be misconstrued as a children's book. However, it is aptly classified as general fiction because the love between Isaiah and Midnight is relatable to readers of all ages. Their bond sets an example that should be the standard for friendship at every age. The author uses a tale of childhood wonder to perfectly encapsulate the core tenets of a loving relationship: companionship, communication, devotion, patience, loyalty, and mutual appreciation. To a world overcome with division and strife, Browne offers a beautiful story of elemental love and undiluted joy.