Baby Grape and the River Folk [Paperback]

Thom Rogers (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 15, 2008

The adventures continue in this story with more of the events that plague the 'crew.' Having returned home to Pittsburgh,after months on the road, Toby learns that his mother and sisters have had to move downriver to stay with his aunt, which (again) leaves Toby homeless, with four mouths to feed! Old problems resurface, as do enemies, and Toby is again on the run to keep him and the others out of harm's way. There is no escaping as events unfold, separating Toby and Jane from the others and they are forced to find ways to survive on their own. Each of the characters face their own problems -- some life threatening, as deathly sicknesses, revenge driven enemies, and unforeseen tragedies fill the pages and lives of your favorite characters. Love and shame, friendship, and the need for others, make this Toby sequel something you won't want to miss. New immigrants -- and pure dumb luck, add to Toby's arsenal of friends, and begin the setting of something big in the future for the 'River Folk.' So why not join the crew?

Product Details

• Paperback: 220 pages
• Publisher: Mill City Press, Inc. (August 15, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1934937258
• ISBN-13: 978-1934937259
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.7 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #9,231,548 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars The Adventure Conitinues in "Baby Grape & The River Folk", July 18, 2011

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Kevin Tipple (Plano, Texas) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Baby Grape and the River Folk (Paperback)

Tony, Gina, Jayne and Robin are on the river heading to Pittsburg as this second book begins and picks up right after the first book, Baby Grape and Huskey. Toby is looking forward to getting back to Pittsburg and seeing his mom and sisters. It's been long enough that he figures everything has been forgotten, the charges against him have been dropped, and that he can go back to his old life. He is sure Gina and the Indian girls, Jayne and Robin, will be welcomed in by his mom and sisters and that things are going to settle down.

After a near death experience in the river at night during a storm, the group finally makes it to Pittsburg. The city has been forever changed and as a result his family has moved on to Toby's aunt. On top of that, old enemies are back. Being chased by the police and others makes it clear that nothing has gone away. Toby is forced to take Gina and the others and make a run for it again. As Toby matures, his relationship with Gina, Jayne, and the others changes significantly. Those relationships are under constant strain because life in the 1840s can be harsh and unforgiving and their enemies show no sign of going away.

Baby Grape & The River Folk is the second novel in this very good series. It builds on the first and details the further development of Toby as he grows into manhood. Somewhat more graphic occasionally regarding his sexual relationships with young women, this Toby gains confidence as the novel progresses and is capable of making astute business decisions. Progress in the form of civilization is coming to the river and Toby is responsible for a good portion of that.

While the wonder at the world around him may be gone for Toby, so too is the naiveté in this second novel of the series. What remains is another fine tale full of interesting characters, hardship and riches, and plenty of action that also manages to make a time period come alive for readers. In short, this second novel is almost as good as the first and does a good job of keeping the adventure going and readers entertained.

It should be noted that the book is "not recommended for under 13 years old" per statement on back cover. Depending on your particular thirteen year old, this may or may not, be an issue.

Material supplied by the author in exchange for my objective review.

Kevin R. Tipple © 2011

0 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Another great read, September 4, 2008

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kid at heart (PA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Baby Grape and the River Folk (Paperback)

Another great read from Author Thom Rodgers. The stor continues as you follow then gang down the river. This is a great sequel to Thom's first book with alot of surprising twists and turns to it. It's a must read!