Mark is a boy with a huge heart who desperately needs a dog of his own, but he cannot convince his mother to agree. Across town, Buddy is a lovable dog who desperately needs a boy. Buddy already has an owner, but not someone who understands the playful love and attention a dog truly requires. Meanwhile, Mr. LaRue is an elderly neighbor living entirely alone in a massive, empty house, wishing for a sense of community. Over the course of one chaotic summer thunderstorm and a wild town council meeting, these three lonely lives unexpectedly collide. Written in beautiful, flowing verse, this heartwarming story follows a lost dog, a hopeful boy, and an isolated man as they cross paths to find exactly what they have been missing. Together, they discover that love, understanding, and a perfect game of fetch can build the family they all deserve.