California Boys edition by Axel Schwarz Literature Fiction eBooks
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When Jake and Billy’s mother died, their father’s sister moved in to help raise the boys. And when their father left to find work in California, Jake promised to take care of his little brother. But soon another man infected their home. Bruises started to appear on his aunt’s face, and Jake knew he had to protect Billy. Though Jake was only twelve and his brother nine, Jake took Billy and set off with nothing more than a bundle of clothes, their father’s pistol and the last letter he sent them.
To convince his brother to leave, Jake tells Billy they are going to find their father in California. Once on the road, Jake has to protect the younger Billy from the dangers they encounter on their long journey. He also tries to shield him from the truth about their father, a truth that could break the bond between brothers.
Combining the poetry of place in Thoreau's prose with the stark narrative voice of a Cormac McCarthy novel, Schwarz creates a weighty debut novel of two young brothers' odyssey across the plains of the western United States. Banish any notions that this is a quaint, coming-of-age story for young adult readers. The gritty mining towns, bars, brothels and the harsh open country of the "wild west" during America's western expansion are the backdrop for an exploration of the themes of brotherhood, honor and self-reliance. Readers who identify with protective, older brother Jake or earnest, younger brother Billy will be rewarded throughout the brothers' journey with moments tender and trying, all the way to the cathartic last scenes.
California Boys edition by Axel Schwarz Literature Fiction eBooks
Axel is a very engaging writer. The characters are well-drawn and make you really care about what happens to them. It is a beautiful story about personal struggle and the kindness of strangers. The two boys who are the protagonists take you along with them through an adventure of necessity and courage.Product details
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California Boys edition by Axel Schwarz Literature Fiction eBooks Reviews
A crackerjack of a classic BULDINGSROMAN. I couldn't put it down, and expect to pick it up again to sop up all its savory juices.
A great summer read, and being on the Left Coast is not required!
My good friend John nearly burned the onion soup his wife told him to watch because he got so engrossed in the book!
tremendous debut effort by Mr. Schwarz. Fun story, well written.
An enjoyable read. Evokes empathy in the boys encounters with the adoptive McCready family; the danger and deceit of Mama Alice; the protectiveness of the native American tribe; the anger, betrayal and personal growth with the mining community. Highly recommended reading for long flights.
The book could be pared down by a good editor without losing its richness. The story approximates an American version of "The Odyssey." A follow-up novel about how the boys fared would be appreciated. Congratulations on a lovely first book.
Captures your attention in the first few pages. Keeps you reading til the end of the book. I am waiting for book 2.
Axel is a very engaging writer. The characters are well-drawn and make you really care about what happens to them. It is a beautiful story about personal struggle and the kindness of strangers. The two boys who are the protagonists take you along with them through an adventure of necessity and courage.
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