Lightning Time

By Douglas Rees

Book Overview

When Theodore Worth's parents hide the abolitionist John Brown overnight, Theodore is impressed by the man's courage. Brown wants to free the slaves— by any means necessary— and, in 1857, this makes... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0141303174
• ISBN13: 9780141303178
• Release Date: April 1999
• Publisher: Puffin Books
• Length: 166 Pages
• Weight: 0.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.1" x 7.8"
• Age Range: 10 to 14 years
• Grade Range: Grades 5 to 9

Customer Reviews

Praise for Lighting Time

This book, simply put, was enjoyable for two reasons. One, it was simple reading. Never does the author attempt to confuse the reader by attempting to put in complicated battles or legal matters, which might be expected. Instead, Rees puts everything in layman's terms. Second, the style of the novel is intriguing. It starts off quickly with the entrance of the main supporting character, John Brown. From there on in, the action is fast-paced with frequent delves into the necessary morality issues. But, most importantly, the novel has a very nice lyrical style to it which causes the reader to feel at ease with the novel and a part of the story. Thus, the novel is highly recommended and I look forward to Mr. Rees's further novel.s