A Madcap Political Comedy Where a Dog Runs for Mayor
Jake for Mayor delivers a fresh twist on political satire when disgraced campaign manager Ken Miller finds himself stuck in tiny Erie, Colorado, with an unlikely companion—a homeless beagle named Jake. What starts as a publicity stunt to revive Ken's failing career turns into a heartwarming tale of redemption, romance, and small-town politics gone hilariously awry.
Plot Overview
Ken Miller is having a bad run of luck. After torpedoing his career as a campaign manager, he drives through tiny Erie, Colorado, when a homeless beagle named Jake causes a series of mishaps that lands him in jail. Ken is granted bail on two conditions: that he not leave town before his trial in three weeks and--much to his chagrin--that he not let Jake out of his sight until then. Stuck in Erie as it prepares for a mayoral election, he's drawn into the local politics by a waitress who vehemently opposes incumbent Charles Dunbar, the only candidate on the ticket.
Unable to resist political adventure, Ken gets a brainstorm. If he can exploit the dog's popularity among the townspeople and get them to elect Jake as a protest candidate, the publicity will put him back on top. But things don't go exactly as planned. Ken warms to the dog, falls for the waitress, and employs her teenage son and his gang as campaign aides in a madcap battle with Mayor Dunbar ... who has no intention of losing to a dog.
Perfect for Readers Who Love
This clean and wholesome novel blends political comedy with romance and animal fiction. Readers who enjoy feel-good stories with quirky premises and small-town settings will find Jake for Mayor an entertaining page-turner. The book offers sharp political satire without cynicism, making it accessible for anyone tired of heavy political dramas.
Author Lou Aguilar's Unique Voice
Lou Aguilar crafts a narrative that balances humor with heart. The characters feel authentic—from Ken's reluctant transformation to the waitress's determination and Jake's scene-stealing antics. The Colorado setting adds charm to this contemporary fiction that proves sometimes the best candidate has four legs.
Book Details
Published by Penmore Press LLC, this paperback edition offers light reading that's perfect for beach days, commutes, or cozy evenings. Dog lovers will particularly appreciate Jake's role as more than just a gimmick—he becomes the heart of a story about second chances and community.
