"Chester and Gus" by Cammie McGovern tells the heartwarming story of a boy named Gus and his service dog, Chester. Gus struggles with anxiety and feelings of isolation, but with Chester by his side, he learns to navigate the challenges of life. As they embark on various adventures, their bond deepens, highlighting themes of friendship, courage, and the importance of companionship. Through their journey, Gus gradually gains confidence and opens up to new experiences, proving that support can come in many forms and that true friendship can help overcome fears. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is aimed at children at US 3rd grade-7th grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 9-12 years.

This book was published in 2021 by HarperCollins .

Cammie McGovern is the author of the adult novels Neighborhood Watch , Eye Contact and The Art of Seeing . She is one of the founders of Whole Children , a resource center that runs after-school classes and programs for children with special needs. She lives in the US but travels to London regularly. Cammie's sister is Elizabeth McGovern, one of the stars of Downton Abbey . This is her first book for young adults.