RACING THE PAST
Rebecca Kai Dotlich, Author, Jan Spivey Gilchrist, Illustrator . Puffin $5.99 (
, $5.99 ISBN ) ISBN 978-0-14-240308-2
, $5.99 ISBN ) ISBN 978-0-14-240308-2
According to PW , "This hard-hitting novel portrays the struggle of a smalltown 11-year-old to find self-respect and a sense of purpose after the recent death of his violent, alcoholic father." Ages 10-up. (Jan.)
Reviewed on: 01/17/2005
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