Title: The Golden Pathway
Written by: Donna McDine
Illustrated by: K.C. Snider
Ages: 8-12
Publisher: Guardian Angel Publishing, Inc.
Hardcover: ISBN: 978-1-61633-081-1; 1616330813
Soft cover: ISBN: 978-1-61633-088-0; 1616330880
eBook: ISBN: 978-1-61633-082-8; 1616330821
Published: August 2010
Abused by a callous father, David, a sensitive boy, knows by his kind and compassionate nature, the difference between right and wrong. When he observes his father’s cruel and constant punishment of Jenkins, a sixteen year old slave, David knows he must save him. But, how?
Follow David as he tends to Jenkins’ wounds from Pa’s relentless beatings. And be there as David gathers information as to how a slave can make his way to freedom, a dangerous undertaking for the brave and caring boy.
Award winning children’s author, Donna McDine, has produced a powerful story of good and evil, a must read for every child. She defines, in a beautifully written and poignant way, one man’s inhumanity to man and the redeeming qualities of his son.
The author also provides the reader with a strong bibliography and an interesting Author’s Note section, giving insight into the various terms used during the Underground Railway years.
The well known Oregon artist, K.C. Snider, has done heroic work with her illustrations. They are not only realistic, but timeless. They provide a compelling backdrop to the author’s commanding prose. She gives one a tender glimpse into a world gone mad, where one boy stands alone and makes a difference.
Please take a look at Donna McDine’s web sites and learn more about this talented author:
http://www.donnamcdine.com/
http://www.donna-mcdine.blogspot.com/
http://www.thegoldenpathway.blogspot.com/
K.C. Snider’s beautiful artwork may be viewed at:
http://www.kcsniderart.com/
http://blog.kcsniderart.com/
Review by: Nancy Stewart, children’s author and university professor of education, specializing in Children’s and Young Adult Literature
Website: http://www.nancystewartbooks.com/
Thank you for your time and interest.
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Best wishes,
Donna M. McDineAward-winning Children's Author
The Golden Pathway ~ August 2010 ~ Guardian Angel Publishing, Inc.http://guardianangelpublishing.com/pathway.htm
Wonderful review, Donna! Congrats!
ReplyDeleteVery nice review, Donna. And I love how you showcased the reviewer, too. (-:
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Carolyn Howard-Johnson
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Well written review, Nancy. In a very short space, I can feel the tension in the story itself. Even in the mid-teen years, kids can find themselves in some very dicy situations that would test the courage of anyone. Well done to both author and artist.
ReplyDeleteA lovely review for a touching story.
ReplyDeleteSounds like a captivating story.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful and concise review. Donna, your book is on my to get list; it sounds like an important children's book.
ReplyDeleteThank you one and all for visiting and lovely supportive coments.
ReplyDeleteBest wishes to you all,
Donn
Excellent review. Sounds like a powerful story. Thanks for sharing this.
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