Benny is the best dog in the world. Just ask his owner, 15-year old Danny Brooks. Danny is not the best boy in the world-he's had trouble with the police, and he never has enough money. Danny's life as an orphan in the children's home is difficult, but as long as Benny is with him, he can be happy. So when something terrible happens to Benny, what will happen to Danny? An adventure story about loyalty, courage, friendship-and a very unexpected something in the ground.