Top Dog: The Story of Marine Hero Lucca

The New York Times best-selling author of Soldier DogsTop Dog, Maria Goodavage takes listeners into the life of Lucca K458, a decorated and highly skilled military working dog.

This extraordinary bond between Lucca and Marine Corps handler Chris Willingham launched what became a legendary 400-mission career.

A Specialized Search Dog, Lucca belongs to an elite group trained to work off-leash at long distances from her handler.

She served alongside both Special Forces and regular infantry, becoming so sought-after that units scheduled missions around her availability.

This audiobook takes listeners on a gritty and inspiring journey through the team's adventures on and off the battlefields, including tense explosives finds and firefights, as well as the bravery of fellow handlers and dogs they served with.

Ultimately, we see how the bond between Lucca and Willingham overcame the endless brutalities of war and traumas this violence ignites.

Don't miss out on this heart-warming and inspiring conclusion that will touch dog lovers and the toughest military listeners alike!