It might be 2 years ago that Grandson Larry began to urge me to read "My Brother Sam Is Dead" and I intended, the entire time, to read it. But every time I would get to the library I'd have forgotten the title. Finally, a month or so ago, I got it from him again, and actually wrote it down. Our major library didn't have it, but apparently they bought a copy for me!
It's a Scholastic, Newbery Honor, ALA Notable, and National Book Award Nominee Book.
And I can see why!
This is not a kid's book like any other I've read. If you (at any age!) would like to delve, fairly briefly, but not too lightly into the life and times of a boy during the American Revolution, check this book out. It is moving, written with all the attention to detail of any "adult" offering, an easy read, with a great deal of information at the end - fun facts, interviews and timelines.
Thanks, Larry, for that recommendation! From now on, anything you recommend I'll read, but be sure to write it down!
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