- Genre:fiction
- Sub-genre:Historical / General
- Language:English
- Pages:784
- Paperback ISBN:9781543973587
Book details
Overview
This novel is recent historical fiction taking place in Chicago, Illinois, from 1983-1996. The protagonist is a fifth-grade public school teacher in an impoverished, multicultural neighborhood of South Side. A mystery ensues when two of her students ask for her help in finding their fathers.
Description
Within the varied tones of mystery, drama, introspection, ordinary daily life and humor, the plot unfolds. The issues of community, education, egalitarianism, empathy, freedom, friendship, family, immigration, justice, morality, patriotism and religion are addressed.
