Boys Of Courage

Book Review: The Black Fox of Lorne

The Black Fox of Lorne, by Marguerite De Angeli

Review by Matthew Harper

Publish Date: First, 1956, Doubleday and Company Inc, original not known

Pages: 191

Time Period: Scotland, 10th century B.C.

Age Range: 11+

Review:

Twins Jan and Brus are going a-viking with their father, Harald the Red-Beard to reclaim some of their mother’s land in Scotland.Their father has a special talisman that was supposed to bring the owner good luck. Along the way, disaster struck, and their ship was wrecked and Jan is taken captive by Scottish Highlanders. In a great tragedy, their father is killed and so are all of their men. That’s how Jan and Brus met Black Gavin, and begin the biggest adventure of their life. Can they get the talisman back, find their father’s murderer, and find their mother? Or will they be stopped in their tracks by The Black Fox of Lorne?

In a nutshell: Great read, does have some blood, and other things, so discern

Book Review: Jericho Ride

Jericho Ride, by Betty Gard

Review by Matthew Harper

Publish date: 2003, (BJUP Pub.) original, 1946
Pages: 165

Time Period: Modern Texas

Age Range: 11+

Review:

Tony Vincet is the main character in this fast-paced mystery story. Tony migrates to his uncle’s ranch called Camp Jericho, and meets many new friends there.While Tony is there, there is much excitement, including theft, mystery, and also being accused of a crime! Can he get rid of the memories that grip him from his childhood? And can he solve the mystery, save Camp Jericho, and find out more about his past, his future, and his faith?

In a nutshell: A very good book, good for boys who like rodeos, getting dirty, and overall mystery and intrigue! Also strengthens our faith and trust in our Savior.

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Book Review: Rising To The Top

Rising To The Top, by Mary E. Ropes

Review by Matthew Harper

Publish date: First, 2007, (Lamplighter pub.), original 1887

Pages: 92

Age Range: 8+

Time period: 18th century

Review:

Robert Martin’s mother has just died, so he has to go work at a rich Mr. Carlington’s house. He faces many difficulties, but his faith in Jesus gets him through hardships. It does have mystery in it, so it is a good book for you if you like mysteries!

In a nutshell: A very good book (Great for mystery lovers!), Read it now!

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