The Field of the Dogs by Katherine Paterson is a great book about a boy and his dog who both have struggles with bullies. Josh's family moved from another state and Josh hasn't made any friends. He is very unhappy with his new situation. On the first day of school, Wes Rockett put snow down Josh's jacket making him attend school wet and cold and embarrassed. Josh's dog, Manch, has made several other dog friends but River Gang, another dog, is trying to run them out of the field and take over. Josh has a secret in this book and to find out more you should definitely read it. It is a great book and very interesting. Many children can relate to Josh's situation.