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Lilly's brother Mac wants a puppy for his birthday. But he's allergic to animals, so instead, Lilly buys him a robot puppy called Bitsy. When a friend's beagle gets stuck on thin ice, Bitsy shows what a robot puppy can do.
Quick Summary
Lilly's brother Mac is allergic to real dogs, so instead of a fluffy pup she hands him a robot puppy named Bitsy. The story mixes a clever twist on the classic "kid gets a pet" tale with a quick, heart-pumping rescue when a neighbor's beagle ends up on thin ice, and Bitsy's gadgets come to the rescue. Kids who love anything mechanical or who enjoy a good sibling rivalry will find plenty to laugh at, especially when Bitsy tries to act like a real dog and ends up doing goofy things. There's a mild scary moment when the ice cracks, but it's resolved safely, making it a great read-aloud for kids who like a little tension without nightmares. If your child liked the mix of humor and problem-solving in *The Bad Guys* or the pet-centric stories of *The Puppy Place*, they'll probably feel right at home with Lilly and Bitsy.