{"product_id":"the-best-thing-i-never-wanted-paperback","title":"The Best Thing I Never Wanted - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eBracinda Jean Blum\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSmoke had everything figured out.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHe had his routines, his favorite spot in the truck beside the mister, and a life that made perfect sense. Then Lacey arrived.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnergetic, curious, and impossible to ignore, the tiny Cavalier puppy turns Smoke's carefully ordered world upside down. From farm adventures and truck rides to unexpected challenges and moments of tenderness, the two unlikely companions discover that love often arrives in the most inconvenient ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTold through Smoke's thoughtful and humorous perspective, \u003cem\u003eThe Best Thing I Never Wanted\u003c\/em\u003e is a heartwarming story of friendship, family, loyalty, and the unexpected gifts that change our lives forever. Inspired by two very special dogs, this beautifully illustrated picture book reminds readers of all ages that sometimes the things we never planned for become the very things we need most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 46\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.12 x 8.5 x 11 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 10, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68358908215519,"sku":"9798996032167","price":35.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/8958\/4607\/files\/2i8wDu08LB9798996032167.webp?v=1793544650","url":"https:\/\/blackandbarhe.com\/products\/the-best-thing-i-never-wanted-paperback","provider":"Black \u0026 Barhe Bookstore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}