The Angel Knew Papa and the Dog Author:Douglas Kaine McKelvey Without Mama, life in the log house at the forest's edge was lonely for a young girl and her father. But the days were filled with chores, and Papa filled the nights with singing and candlelight reading. Then the rains came. The river rose to their front door and up into the house. Papa was swept away, and the little girl had to face the flood a... more »lone. She thought everything was lost, until help came from a most amazing source. "A small jewel...The graceful language only appears simple; there is a disarming precision in the text, and every word belongs exactly where it is placed. A lovely tale about the mysteries of love and faith." -- Kirkus Reviews (pointer review) "McKelvey's writing is sparse and lyrical....This is a fine piece of writing that should find a niche with sensitive readers." -- Booklist« less