A young boy's life is dramatically altered by a series of coincidences and unexpected events that shape his future.
Author
Paul Fleischman
19 books in the catalog
Paul Fleischman has 19 books in our catalog of Christian parent reviews, mostly historical fiction, young adult and realistic fiction. The titles we've reviewed span 1979 to 2013.
Recommended for readers roughly ages 8–18, based on our reviewers' age guidance.
A vacant lot in a Cleveland neighborhood becomes a shared garden, connecting diverse residents.
A young girl uses a diary filled with matchboxes to record memories of her family's journey and experiences.
A young boy named Dunderhead struggles with his identity and finds solace in a secret world of imagination and art.
A group of students in detention form a band and navigate school life and their creative pursuits.
A young boy named Leo navigates the complexities of his family and his own identity through a series of vivid, often surreal, vignettes.
A group of teenagers plans and executes an escape from a juvenile detention center, facing challenges and making difficult choices.
A young boy searches for his missing father, encountering various characters and situations that challenge his understanding of the world.
A boy creates his own unique civilization in his backyard, complete with its own culture and language.
This novel presents the Battle of Bull Run through the alternating perspectives of various soldiers and civilians.
A boy travels back in time to witness historical events and interact with figures from the past.
The story follows the life of a baby through the perspective of the birth room, exploring family and new beginnings.
During the Roman Saturnalia festival, a young boy named Marcus is tasked with caring for a wild boar, leading to unexpected adventures.
Two teenagers, separated by distance and circumstance, communicate through letters, reflecting on their lives and dreams.
Finzel, a young boy with exceptional eyesight, uses his gift to help his community and overcome challenges.
Two children, a boy and a girl, discover a hidden world behind a garden hedge. They encounter magical creatures and embark on an adventure.
A young artist creates sculptures that come to life, leading to both wonder and danger.
A young boy named Silas arrives at an inn during a storm and encounters a series of mysterious and unsettling events.
A boy discovers a magical birthday tree that grants wishes, leading to unexpected consequences and lessons learned.
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