Publisher's Synopsis
This is the poignant story of one Canadian family s struggle to overcome personal tragedy in the final days of World War II. Sheila Judge, and he son Rob are living quietly in Regina awaiting the return of Flying Officer Bill Judge from active duty, when they receive news that he has been killed in action. Thirteen-year-old Rob reacts with defiant disbelief and embarks, with his dog Babe, on a series Of rebellious outbursts which land him in trouble. Finally, the two are sent to stay with Rob s grandfather at his cottage in the Canadian Rockies. Slowly grandfather and grandson forge and strengthen the bonds of love, as Rob finally learns to accept the reality of his father s death."
