Monty lives on the wrong side of the tracks, while Ginger and her pals luxuriate on the right side, at Poodle Mansions. So what does a homeless mutt have in common with a refined poodle? It seems that friendship can blossom unexpectedly! All the dogs come up with a plan for Monty to live with them. When that comes unstuck, they realise being together doesn’t have to mean posh interiors because, as the old adage goes, home is where the heart is. Young dog lovers will be charmed by this very sweet tale.

For ages 3+.

Alexa Dretzke is the assistant manager and children’s book buyer at Readings Hawthorn.