Struggling with peer pressure and bullying at school, Joseph finds peace in the outdoors with his best friend, Moondog.
Together they hone their tracking and observation skills until they begin to notice what few others ever see. When disaster strikes they find themselves far from home in a strange land filled with danger and adventure. They learn to rely on each other to survive as they behold the indescribable Gift given to man.
Can they overcome the hazards that surround them, and will they ever find their way back home again?
What readers are saying:
“As a retired intermediate reading-teacher, it is always a joy to discover a book that I can recommend to young adult readers and teacher friends. Thomas Trock’s book series on Moondog is one of those series. There are three adventure books about a young man, Joseph, and his yellow lab, Moondog. Step into the story as they find themselves in a strange land, dealing with bullying, peer-pressure, loss, disappointment, wild animals, and storms. In many situations, Joseph learns to lean on the Lord and his knowledge of Scripture to help them survive.
Thomas Trock is a wildlife biologist with Fish & Game, and has very skillfully incorporated information on plants, animals, survival skills, and Christian living. If you have a child who is a reluctant reader, read a couple chapters with him. He will be drawn into the story because it is a page-turner!! These books would also make a great read-aloud for intermediate students, and would make family or class discussions quite lively!
I highly recommend these books.” Ella R.
“I just finished Moondog Forever Free. Oh my goodness, I don’t even have the words. Had me in tears!! I believe Thomas’s writing is God-inspired. I could envision all the sights and sounds and he just brought such perspective to stories we’ve read countless times and how he wove those Bible stories into Joseph’s story. And his description of the demons and vile creatures was amazing – sort of putting faces to evil instead of some slight mention of evil that you can just ignore or brush off. I could just visualize the scene at the cross so vividly. Well done, well done!!! I’ve stayed up till 2 and 3 in the morning the last couple or so nights reading cause I wanted to know what was going to happen next. Can’t wait to read the other two books.” L.R.
Joseph and his dog Moon took me on a trip back to the times of Jesus. I re-experienced the story of the Gospel through the travels of this pair and the people they met. Cautioned by an occasionally present angel to observe but not to interfere, young Joseph and Moondog, beautifully transport the reader to the time of Jesus. There we witness the birth, life, impact and purpose of His life. Thomas Trock has brought the life of Jesus off the pages of the Bible through the eyes, ears and heart of this observant young man. I had a hard time putting this book down until I read the last word (which is uttered by Moon). This is a book that will touch hearts and encourage young readers, animal lovers, parents and grandparents.” Lannie
“You cannot guess what’s coming next. Love it! When is the next one????” Linda G.
“The book kept my interest and I finished reading it in just a couple of sittings. My wife is reading it now.” Richard P.
I was instantly captivated by this series of books from the moment I read the first paragraph of Moondog Forever Free. I laughed, I cried, I felt fear and momentary sadness as the writing drew me in to what Joseph and the other characters in the book were experiencing. The books are filled with faith, love and trust. And I was encouraged by the biblical scriptures.
The adventure the books took me on through the story-line of God’s love, the love of family and friends, and the bond between humans and our animals was heartwarming. The characters were so vivid. I related to Joseph, Moon, Rocky, Skip and Sarah, and I think that the books should be made into a movie.
The day that I gave my life to God, and accepted Jesus as my Savior was the day my life changed forever.
The books are comforting and one that everyone should experience. Thank you, Thomas, for these wonderful books of faith and hope. BT
Read the first 3 chapters of Moondog Forever Free
