"Lyrically written."
     —Voice of Youth Advocates

"Kelleher keeps up the suspense in this cautionary tale … and telling the boy's childhood in a fascinating way."
     —Kirkus Reviews

"Kelleher uses the image of the enfant sauvage to unusual effect in this fable with moral and religious overtones."
     —Horn Book

"Original in tone and mood, this story will be enjoyed by a wide audience."
     —School Library Journal

"Kelleher's lyrical prose remains remarkably calm for such a tumultuous story. His message may not be new-human beings can be the real savages, putting the worst of the animal kingdom to shame-but he delivers it in effortlessly elegant fashion."
     —Publishers Weekly - Web-Exclusive Reviews

"Although at times the main character seems slightly unreachable, the plot more than make up for it. Readers cannot help but continue to the very end, silently observing as Boy faces life's lessons and learns from them. Well-written and fast-paced, Dogboy is an excellent choice for avid readers."
     —Voice of Youth Advocates

"There is an elegance, profundity, and richness of language that balances and complements the often-depressing plot. ...Offers an intriguing philosophical issue that will likely haunt readers long after they finish the novel. Those searching for an absorbing, contemplative, and more sophisticated read than the standard YA fare will find that this story fills the bill."
     —Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books