Hidden Roots
 

Hidden Roots

by Joseph Bruchac

Eleven-year-old Sonny and his mother can't predict his father's sudden abusive rages. Jake's anger only gets worse after long days at the paper mill -- and when Uncle Louis appears. Louis seems to show up when Sonny and his mother need help most, but there is something about his quiet wisdom that only fuels Jake's rage. Through an unexpected friendship with a new school librarian, Sonny... (more)

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  • Mrs. Smith
    • Rated 3 stars

    Sonny grows up in a world of secrets. His Uncle Louis mentors him in the ways of the world as Sonny tries to deal with his father who is angry all of the time. His mother tries her best to shelter him from things, but really needs his help. Discover what the secrets are of his family as you read.

    Mrs. Smith wrote this review Tuesday, August 19 2008. ( reply | permalink )
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