Book details
Finding Tom
Description
In a small southern town Tom Weston ran outside with tears streaming down his face in the middle of the night. He collapsed in a heap on the red earth. She couldn't be gone. He wasn't ready to say goodbye. He closed his eyes and saw again the stiff corpse laying in the bed upstairs. This was not a dream. A tale of grief, faith, and hope, follows the life of teenager Tom Weston as he strives to make sense of his shattered world. Given an opportunity to escape Podunk Greenwood and his past, he finds himself at the gates of the highly prestigious Locklear University. With the comical Dr. Emory as his friend and mentor, Tom struggles to survive in this strange new world ruled by the despicable Dean of students. Tom and wealthy roommate, Charles Montgomery, are fatefully paired to tackle the pressures of school, family, and their impending futures as they join a mysterious secret society together. When blonde bombshell Julia Stine walks into the picture things only get more...
Age
10-14
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
194 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Engaging Storyline: The book offers an engaging and captivating storyline that keeps readers hooked from the first page to the last.
- Character Development: Readers will find the character development in 'Finding Tom' to be deep and thought-provoking, offering insights into human nature and relationships.
- Thematic Depth: The novel explores profound themes that resonate with a wide audience, providing valuable lessons and reflections on life.
- Quality Writing: Simeon Harrar's writing style is both eloquent and accessible, making the book a pleasure to read for both casual readers and literary enthusiasts.