Synopsis
Thirteen-year-old Pete Cassidy, a troubled, insecure teenager, finds new meaning in his life when he encounters the itinerant Preacher Man, until betrayal leaves Pete to wrestle with grief, doubt, and his belief in od.
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"Powerful."
"New York Times Book Review"
"Powerful."
"New York Times Book Review"
"Poignant and perceptive."
-- "Booklist," starred review
"Powerful."
-- "New York Times Book Review"
"Powerful."
"New York Times Book Review"
"Powerful."
"New York Times Book Review"
"Poignant and perceptive."
-- "Booklist, " starred review
"Powerful."
New York Times Book Review
"Poignant and perceptive."
-- Booklist, starred review
"Simply but beautifully written...a tale with enough suspense to hold readers till the end."
-- Kirkus Reviews, starred review
About the Author
Cynthia Rylant is the author of more than 100 books for young people, including the beloved Henry and Mudge, Annie and Snowball, Brownie & Pearl, and Mr. Putter & Tabby series. Her novel Missing May received the Newbery Medal. She lives in Lake Oswego, Oregon. Visit her at CynthiaRylant.com.
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Paperback. Condition: Good. No Stock Photos! We photograph every item. edge wear, scuffing to covers; Pete doesn't know why he seems to be growing away from his family and friends, but he's searching for an answer. So when the traveling Preacher Man visits his small town, Pete finds himself drawn to the man whom he believes can change his life forever. ALA Notable Children's Book. Seller Inventory # 036571
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