Lily to the Rescue: The Misfit Donkey

An irresistible animal adventure from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of A Dog's Purpose!

Join Lily, the brave rescue dog who rescues other animals, in another heartwarming, fast-paced installment of this acclaimed illustrated chapter book series. Told entirely from a pet's point of view, The Misfit Donkey is perfect for young animal lovers ages 7-10 and early readers looking for their next favorite page-turner.

A Heartwarming Barnyard Mission
Lily lives a happy life with her favorite human girl, Maggie Rose. Once a stray herself, Lily was rescued by the kind people at the animal shelter run by Maggie Rose’s mom. Having found her forever home, Lily discovers her true, important purpose: to rescue other animals in trouble!

In this sweet and thoughtful tale, a lonely baby donkey tries his best to fit in on a neighboring farm. He wants nothing more than to make friends with a herd of older donkeys, but they reject him again and again. None of the humans can figure out why the herd won't accept him―until Lily comes to visit! With her sharp instincts and big heart, Lily cracks the barnyard mystery. It's Lily to the rescue!

Why You’ll Love This Book:
-Perfect for Growing Readers: Tailored specifically for 2nd through 4th-grade readers with accessible language, short chapters, and a fast-paced plot.
-Charming Illustrations: Engaging artwork brings Lily, Maggie Rose, and their wild animal friends to life on every page.
-Told from a Pet's Point of View: Children will love experiencing these high-stakes rescue missions through the eyes of a brave, compassionate pup.
-Great for Libraries, Classrooms, and Book Clubs: Features a unique perspective on empathy and wildlife rehabilitation, making it an excellent choice for elementary classrooms and book club recommendations.
-By a Bestselling Master Storyteller: Delivers the signature warmth, humor, and emotional depth that fans expect from W. Bruce Cameron.


More Tales for Kids from W. Bruce Cameron!
The Puppy Tales Series:
Ellie's Story / Bailey's Story / Molly's Story / Max's Story / Lily's Story / Shelby's Story / Toby's Story / Bella's Story / Cooper's Story / Lacey's Story / Piper's Story


The Lily to the Rescue Series:


Lily to the Rescue / Two Little Piggies / The Not-So-Stinky Skunk / Dog Dog Goose / Lost Little Leopard / The Misfit Donkey / Foxes in a Fix / The Three Bears / Doodle Dogs In Danger


The Dogs With a Purpose Series
Zeus: Water Rescue / Ripley: Fire Station Five / Stella: Ranch Patrol


Hey Grown-Ups!
Read the original bestselling adult novels from W. Bruce Cameron! These original, full-length novels offer a deeper, more complex look at the emotional bonds between dogs and their humans that made W. Bruce Cameron a household name.


A Dog's Purpose / A Dog's Journey / A Dog's Promise / A Dog's Way Home / A Dog's Courage / A Dog's Perfect Christmas