The world over, man and his dog remain the most faithful of friends. But for Ted, the unexpected arrival of a small 'octopus' that affixes itself to his beloved daschund Lily's head threatens the bond with his one true friend and throws his life into turmoil. Reminiscent of 'The Life of Pi' and 'The Art of Racing in the Rain', 'Lily and the Octopus' captures the search for meaning in death and introduces a dazzling new voice in fiction