The Boy Who Carried Bricks: A True Story (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781937054342)

Abandoned by his father, neglected by his mother, shuttled between foster homes and a boys ranch for most of his formative years, a young man refuses to succumb to the fate that the world says should be his. Early on, Alton decides he wants a "normal life" ... even if that means standing up to abusive relatives and being teased by his siblings and cousins. Along the way, he keeps an eye out for those who might help lighten the load, never losing hope that such people exist.

Author: Alton Carter
ISBN-10: 1937054349
ISBN-13: 9781937054342
Publisher: Roadrunner Press
Language: English
Published: 03/17/2015
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.65lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.70w x 0.80d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 5.7
Point Value: 8
Interest Level: Middle Grade Plus
Quiz #/Name: 193174 / Boy Who Carried Bricks


Review Citation(s):
Voice of Youth Advocates 06/01/2015 - Recommended - Better Than Most