Myth of a Summer Moon Review

Kristine Wilson
Aspiring Retail
November, 2006

Coming of age amid the poverty and bigotry of Depression-era Appalachia , six young friends learn about love, loyalty, and courage. Readers will thrill to experience the strength and intensity of Frankie, a young girl who has faced loss but never defeat. Richly drawn characters include Frankie's younger brother, Jimmy, their two cousins, two neighboring friends, and of course, Titus, the massive bull who helps bring an ancient Minoan legend to life.

Themes from classic literature, ancient Greek mythology, and the poetry of Emily Dickinson are masterfully entwined with the gritty realities of rural life. Compelling imagery and evocative narrative will embrace discriminating readers and draw them into this circle of relationships. The Myth of the Summer Moon is a book to be savored. Kids who finish it will probably read it more than once.