Leo A Greyhound's Tale Author:Cindy Victor Back Cover Copy: The puppyhood accident that gave Leo human speech also thrust him into a life of seesawing fear and jubilation. Confused by the more subtle actions of humans, not to mention the lies people tell, Leo worries that his supercanine abilities will lead to scientific research--on his poor brain. Unsuccessful in his attempt to beco... more »me a champion racer, Leo gets a second shot at fame when, in retirement, he is adopted by film star Douglas Drake and supermodel Amaranth Drueten. But the celebrity pair want Leo only for his fabulous looks, and he quickly learns that happiness comes from love--not posh digs and photo shoots. Resolved to have a better life, Leo first surmounts the limitations of his canine anatomy--then races from whimpering cowardice to heroic courage. Along the way, he becomes an accidental matchmaker. And he finds that some people are just as honest and loyal as dogs. "Greyhound lovers rejoice.... Grownups and children alike will fall in love with Leo.... The only disappointment was that it ended too soon. I hope Leo returns with more stories to share." --Lee Livingood, author of Retired Racing Greyhounds for Dummies. "What if your dog could talk? Cindy Victor's delightful new book explores this premise with amusing results. The singular voice of Leo the Greyhound--courtly, self-deprecating, and wiser than most of the two-legged creatures on whom he depends--leaps from the page like a dog snatching a tasty morsel." --Cindy Hanson, Editor in Chief, Celebrating Greyhounds Magazine« less