The Light Across the RiverIn this powerful sequel to "Across the Wide River," the Rankin home is still a beacon of freedom on the Underground Railroad. Johnny, the seventh of thirteen children in the Rankin family, is growing up quickly and in 1837 is eager to take on the same responsibilities as the rest of his family. But Johnny's father and his brother Lowry think Johnny is too young and too hotheaded to help with something as important and secretive as the Underground Railroad. Johnny understands the need for secrecy, but sometimes the secret is just too good to keep to himself! This engaging novel for young adults offers a further glimpse into a dark period of America's past, and profiles the courageous and godly people who helped bring about its end. |
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... Mandy were strolling toward his hiding place . He could barely make out what they were saying . “ Please may I tell , Lowry ? ” Mandy's sunbonnet hid her face . “ Not until everything's settled . ” Lowry sounded like Father . Trust a ...
... Mandy bowed her head . “ So quick . ” Johnny's heart ached for her . “ I know , ” he heard his brother say . Lowry glanced toward the house before he took Mandy's hand . Then he led her behind the close - grown row of hedge apple trees ...
... Mandy sounded far away. Boots scrunched on gravel. “Serves him right,” Lowry puffed. Shadows loomed. Johnny felt Lowry's rough grip. Mandy sup- ported his elbow, and they helped him to his feet. “Let this be a lesson to you.” Lowry ...
... Mandy , will you help him , please ? ” Mother bustled away with Lowry at her heels . Why doesn't Mother just say I'm a naughty little boy and be done with it ? His shoulders drooped as he followed Mandy to the back porch . “ It's a ...
... Mandy's hand . The words flashed out quicker than thought . “ I know what's happening in Ripley . Mandy knows something that Lowry won't let her tell . ” He shot a triumphant glance at Lowry . “ How do you know , Johnny ? ” Father used ...