Heart of a Shepherd
by:
Rosanne Parry (author)
When Brother's dad is shipped off to Iraq, along with the rest of his reserve unit, Brother must help his grandparents keep the ranch going. He’s determined to maintain it just as his father left it, in the hope that doing so will ensure his father’s safe return. The hardships Brother faces will...
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When Brother's dad is shipped off to Iraq, along with the rest of his reserve unit, Brother must help his grandparents keep the ranch going. He’s determined to maintain it just as his father left it, in the hope that doing so will ensure his father’s safe return. The hardships Brother faces will not only change the ranch, but also reveal his true calling.From the Hardcover edition.
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Format: paperback
ISBN:
9780375848032 (0375848037)
Publish date: July 13th 2010
Publisher: Yearling
Pages no: 176
Edition language: English
I found this story quite touching. The protagonist's voice reminds me very much of a Chicago blogger a little younger than Brother, and I kept thinking how perfectly Parry captured Brother's self. The strength of the family was appealing. I'm generally put off by explicit Christianity, but Parry mad...
This quiet little book was a wonderful read for me. The text captures the main character's voice so well. I enjoyed its exploration of religious beliefs, military service, and ranch life. I also liked the inclusion of realistic Quaker and Catholic characters and the way both ways of belief are contr...
Oregon Battle of the Books Book ~ the author's daughter was on my OBOB team in seventh grade.
A really sweet, well-done book about family and war and faith. Plus it takes place in Oregon, so yay! [Nov. 2010]
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