Lily is desperate to have Delilah in her life, even though her mother is doomed to spend the rest of time in the Void of Nothingness. Lily thinks she might have found a way to rescue her, even if it is a little risky... Matt Lannings is desperate to keep Lily safe; he's also on a crusade to improve the lot of mistreated dogs. The reappearance of someone he thought he'd never see again threatens to foil him. Sebastian Hounds are never desperate. They're always laid-back, and supportive, and enthusiastic, even when their humans lead them into jeopardy. KATIE FFORDE: "Magical! Full of warmth and humour."