River Boy

Fifteen-year-old Jess's grandfather has just had a major heart attack, but he insists he finish his painting, River Boy. At first, Jess cannot understand why this painting is so important to her grandfather, especially since there doesn't seem to be any boy in it at all. But while swimming in the river herself, Jess begins to feel the presence of a strange boy. Could this be the same one her ailing grandfather struggles to paint? And if so, why has he returned?

Author: Tim Bowler
Publisher: Margaret K. McElderry Books
Published: 01/01/2002
Pages: 160
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.27lbs
Size: 7.10h x 4.28w x 0.66d
ISBN: 9780689848049

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 5.3
Point Value: 6
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 23326 / River Boy


Review Citation(s):
PW Notes and Reprints 01/07/2002 pg. 66
Kliatt 03/01/2002 pg. 14
Publishers Weekly 01/07/2002

About the Author
Tim Bowler has written seven novels for teenagers and is one of the most prominent authors currently writing for this age group. His first novel, Midget, established him as a thrilling new voice in young adult literature. His third novel, River Boy, won the prestigious Carnegie Medal, and his books have also won numerous other prizes. His most recent novels are Storm Catchers and the highly acclaimed Firmament.
Mr. Bowler lives with his wife in Devon, England, and is a full-time write