Maria T. Gallegos Presents
"The Mimicker"
A survival story of an abused girl who escapes captivity and is reunited with her family with the help of a pack of unlikely canine heroes.
About the book
"The Mimicker"
The Mimicker is a gripping survival story following Jerri, a young girl who endures years of abuse and isolation. After escaping from a girls detention center, she lives on the streets with a pack of stray dogs who become her only family. When Jerri is captured by a dangerous killer, she manages to befriend his pack of vicious dogs and orchestrates a daring escape with another captive woman. Though the woman is rescued, Jerri remains chained in the remote cabin, certain she will be killed. In an unexpected turn, the dogs attack their abusive owner and protect Jerri until authorities find her, leading to a dramatic and emotional reunion with her long-lost sister. With themes of perseverance and the unbreakable bonds of family, both human and animal, The Mimicker is an uplifting tale of one girl’s refusal to surrender in the face of unimaginable adversity.
About the Author
Maria T. Gallegos
I grew up in the small town of Lacey, Washington on the outskirts of the State Capitol of Olympia. I was engaged in sports throughout my school years, focusing on track or soccer. At North Thurston High School, I was encouraged to write and was given a Smith Corona manual typewriter as a gift. I can thank my Mom and Dad, and my two Sisters for setting a bar often higher than I could reach. Numerous teachers at North Thurston were very inspirational, as were a few of my professors at Washington State University.
Maria T. Gallegos