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The Newbery Award-winning author of Up a Road Slowly presents the unforgettable story of Jethro Creighton—a brave boy who comes of age during the turbulent years of the Civil War.
In 1861, America is on the cusp of war, and young Jethro Creighton is just nine-years-old. His brother, Tom, and his cousin, Eb, are both of fighting age. As Jethro’s family is pulled into the conflict between the North and the South, loyalties are divided, dreams are threatened, and their bonds are put to the test in this heart-wrenching, coming of age story.
“Drawing from family records and from stories told by her grandfather, the author has, in an uncommonly fine narrative, created living characters and vividly reconstructed a crucial period of history.”—Booklist
Publisher : Berkley; Reprint edition (January 8, 2002)
Language : English
Paperback : 224 pages
ISBN-10 : 0425182789
ISBN-13 : 978-0425182789
Reading age : 12 – 13 years
Lexile measure : 1100L
Grade level : 5 – 9
Item Weight : 5.6 ounces
Dimensions : 5.13 x 0.53 x 7.63 inches
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Customers find the book interesting and educational. They find it engaging for all ages, especially students. The story depicts the Civil War era well with vivid details. Readers appreciate the well-developed characters and emotional content. However, some find the book boring and dull. Opinions differ on readability – some find it well-written and easy to read, while others consider it dull and a waste of time.
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