VANILLA GRASS

A novel of redemption

By: Leslie Bratspis

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

VANILLA GRASS: A touching story of a Vietnam Veteran's healing journey, aided by his faithful canine companion.

Vietnam Veteran John Carrows suffers from battle-induced PTSD. For decades he lives off the grid in self-imposed exile. His tortured life of nightmares and depression keeps him isolated, presumed dead by the townspeople of Ships Cove, Washington.

By chance, when a group of rebellious pot-smoking teenagers discover John is not only still alive but wealthy, they attempt to rob him and John's years of hiding abruptly end.

An abandoned one-eyed golden retriever puppy left in the woods by John's cabin is another wounded soul. She is the catalyst to healing his deep psychological trauma. As his condition improves, he starts a program mentoring problem adolescents, leading to a romantic relationship with a woman police officer.

You will love reading this heartwarming tale of a veteran, his dog, and how they become heroes to problem kids and the entire community. Dog lovers, parents, teenagers, soldiers and veterans will want to read this inspirational book.