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Stella by McCall Hoyle is a middle grade novel told from the first-person perspective of Stella, a traumatized beagle who failed to detect a bomb, resulting in her handler's death. Facing euthanasia, Stella is saved by Esperanza and her daughter Cloe, who help her overcome her fears. Through training, Stella learns to be courageous and ultimately takes on a new role, bringing joy and healing to her new family.