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Walkin' the DogSocrates Fortlow, an ex convict forced to define his own morality in a lawless world, confronts wrongs that most people would rather ignore and comes face to face with the most dangerous emotion: hope. It has been nine years since his release from prison, and he still makes his home in a two room shack in a Watts alley. But he has a girlfriend now, a steady job, and he is even caring for a pet, the two legged dog he calls Killer. These
Socrates Fortlow, an ex-convict forced to define his own morality in a lawless world, confronts wrongs that most people would rather ignore and comes face-to-face with the most dangerous emotion: hope. It has been nine years since his release from prison, and he still makes his home in a two-room shack in a Watts alley. But he has a girlfriend now, a steady job, and he is even caring for a pet, the two-legged dog he calls Killer. These responsibilities make finding the right path even harder - especially when the police make Socrates their first suspect in every crime within six blocks.--BOOK JACKET. "In each chapter of Walkin' the Dog, Socrates challenges a different conundrum of modern life. In "Blue Lightning, " he is offered a better-paying job but has to consider whether the extra pay is worth the freedom he would have to give up. In "Promise, " he keeps a vow made long ago to a dying friend, and learns that a promise to one person can mean damage to another. In "Mookie Kid, " he gets a telephone and, learns that the price of being able to reach others is that others can contact him - whether he wants to be reached or not."--BOOK JACKET. "Walkin' the Dog builds to a stunning climax as Socrates takes on a rogue cop who has terrorized his neighborhood."--BOOK JACKET.Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Little Brown and Company
Published: 10/14/1999
ISBN: 9780316966207
Pages: 272
Weight: 1.10lbs
Size: 9.51h x 6.43w x 0.96d
Review Citations: Library Journal Prepub Alert 06/15/1999 pg. 62
Booklist 07/01/1999 pg. 1896
Kirkus Reviews 08/01/1999 pg. 1159
Publishers Weekly 08/09/1999 pg. 338
Library Journal 08/01/1999 pg. 141
Emerge 09/15/1999 pg. 68
Ingram Advance 10/01/1999 pg. 33
People Weekly 11/01/1999 pg. 60
New York Times 11/07/1999 pg. 9
Booklist Editors Choice/Adult 01/01/2000 pg. 817
Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 45245 / I Love You Like Crazy Cakes
Reading Level: 3.8 / Interest Level: Lower Grade / Point Value: 0.5
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★★★★★ 5
Great shoe!
Size: 5.5 Big Kid, Color: (106) Castlerock/Anthracite/Phoenix Fire
Great fit, very durable, excellent foot support, lots of great colors to choose from. We have had these for over 6 months and thy have not overstretched or come apart in any way. I am really pleased with these shoes for my child who is VERY hard on shoes and usually has sensory issues surrounding shoe comfort/tightness.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2025
★★★★★ 5
Great fit for kids
Size: 10 Toddler, Color: Light Grey
We purchased the RUNSIDE Boys Girls Tennis Shoes for my child and have been really happy with them. They’re super lightweight and breathable, which is great for all-day wear and running around. My child says they’re comfortable, easy to put on, and don’t make their feet hot.
The shoes seem durable so far and have held up well with playground time, sports, and everyday use. They also look cute and match with a lot of outfits. The fit was true to size and the non-slip sole gives good traction.
Overall, these are a great affordable option for active kids and I would definitely buy them again!
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Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2026
★★★★★ 5
10/10
Size: 12 Little Kid, Color: Black
Super cute! Great fit, breathable and durable material on the top of the shoe, super versatile with the solid neutral color, easy to clean, and great traction on the bottom of shoes!
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Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Great shoes!
Size: 5 Big Kid, Color: Light Grass Green
This is my second time purchasing these shoes!
Not only are they stylish and well made, but they are comfortable! These have been used as running shoes, they have great support and suitable for long distances. The fit is true to size.
Thank you!
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Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2026
★★★★★ 4
Shoe laces aren't great.
Size: 3 Big Kid, Color: Black White
I bought these RUNSIDE kids tennis shoes for everyday wear and school, and overall they’re lightweight, breathable, and comfortable for active use. My child liked how easy they were to put on, and they worked well for running and general play.
The shoes themselves feel flexible and pretty comfortable for the price point. The upper material is breathable, which helps during sports or warmer weather, and they don’t feel heavy on the feet.
However, the main issue is the original shoelaces. They constantly came untied no matter how they were tied, which became frustrating pretty quickly during the day. We ended up replacing them with better-quality laces, and that solved the problem.
Pros:
* Lightweight and comfortable for kids
* Breathable material works well for active use
* Easy for everyday wear and school
* Good fit for the price
Cons:
* Original shoelaces do not stay tied well
* Laces needed to be replaced for practical use
Overall, these are solid budget-friendly kids’ sneakers that work well once the laces are swapped out. The shoe itself is comfortable and functional, but the included laces are definitely a weak point.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2026