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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... until everything's settled . ” Lowry sounded like Father . Trust a preacher to be rock - solid sure . Johnny rubbed his itchy nose and wondered what her secret could be . " I wish I could have told my father . 11 Chapter 1 ...
Stephanie Reed. " I wish I could have told my father . Sometimes I can't be- lieve ... cholera ! ” Mandy bowed her head . “ So quick . ” Johnny's heart ached for her . “ I know , ” he heard his brother say . Lowry glanced toward the ...
... told the Reverend was to keep the fugitive ahead of the pursuers , just before Alex and I left for the music convention at Sardinia . ” He handed the bowl to David , who passed it to Cal . Oh , yes , Lowry was always right . Johnny ...
... told exciting stories about how the family helped fugitive slaves. What frustrated the life out of him was that he must never breathe a word to anyone else. Why couldn't Father see how wrong it was to keep quiet? It seemed so simple to ...
... told you about his first year at Lane Seminary ? No ? Why , it's a wonder he ever made up his mind to be a preacher . In fact , he's still not certain he can do it . ” Rock - solid Lowry , unsure of himself ? It hardly seemed pos- sible ...