David Patneaude has been writing seriously since the 1980s. His works have appeared on numerous state young readers' lists and received honors from prominent institutions. Patneaude focuses his writing on engaging narratives for young adult readers, often exploring complex situations and emotional challenges. His style is direct and compelling, allowing readers to easily connect with the characters and their journeys.
When the Japanese bomb Pearl Harbor, Joe Hamada and his family face growing prejudice, eventually being torn away from their home and sent to a relocation camp in California, even as his older brother joins the United States Army to fight in the war.
Ist Chris' kleine Schwester beim Spielen ertrunken? Der 13jährige kann das nicht glauben, zumal Mollys Leiche nicht gefunden wird. Zusammen mit seinem Freund gelingt es ihm mit viel Mut, das Geheimnis zu lüften.