Lady, an Irish Setter puppy, is leading a simple life on a farm in Ohio during the 1940’s. Lady’s biggest desire is to become an expert hunting dog like her mother. She has no idea that her life is going to take her down a path where she will find herself in the middle of incredibly dangerous situations, including a world war. On several occasions, Lady will have to find the courage to risk her life in order to save someone she loves. The loyalty and bravery that Lady shows throughout her lifetime illustrate what it truly means to have the heart of a hero. 5 stars-"If you are looking for a good read for your child or teen, I highly recommend you grab "Heart of a Hero" by Billi J. Tiner for them. This is a truly awesome book for those who love dogs." -Joy H. for Readers Favorite "Heart of a Hero is a treasure for dog lovers."- Midwest Book Review Heart of a Hero is based on my mom's childhood dog, Lady, who served as a messenger dog in WWII. Dr. Billi Tiner has been a veterinarian for over 10 years.  She lives with her husband and two children in Missouri.  Dr. Tiner loves animals and has three dogs and three cats of her own. She uses her experiences as a veterinarian as inspiration for her books.  All of her middle-grade books are about animals and told from the animal's point of view. Dr. Tiner is the author of Welcome Home (2012 Next Generation Book Award finalist), Heart of a Hero , Friends for Life , and The Rescue Team. Used Book in Good Condition