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RUNNING BAREFOOT
Publication date: April 5, 2012 Genre: Teen and Young Adult Romance, Inspirational, Coming of Age Recommended for ages: +14 When Josie Jensen, an awkward 13-year-old musical prodigy, crashes headlong into new kid Samuel Yates, an 18-year-old Navajo boy full of anger and confusion, an unlikely friendship blooms. Josie teaches Samuel about words, music, and friendship, and along the way finds a kindred spirit. Upon graduation, Samuel abandons the sleepy, small town in search of a future and a life, leaving his young mentor behind. Many years go by, and Samuel returns to find his old friend in need of the very things she offered him years before. Their roles reversed, Samuel teaches Josie about life, love, and letting go. Deeply romantic and poignant, 'Running Barefoot' is the story of a small town girl and a Native American boy, the ties that bind us to our homes and families, and the love that gives us wings. |
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“There is so much depth to this book. My emotions were given a jolt. I experienced so many familiar emotions while reading. Grief. Sadness. Surprise. Happiness. Elation. Heartbreak. Humor.”
-- Romantic Reading Escapes
“Josie and Samuel’s relationship was so pure, so beautiful, moving, life altering. My heart broke for their struggles, their hardships, everything they had to endure, but it was filled up with love and hope by the lessons learned.”
-- Sieni A.M., Author of Scar of the Bamboo Leaf
“If you’ve ever lived in or near a small town, then you need to read this book as you will frequently find yourself smiling from nostalgia.”
-- Compass Book Reviews
-- Romantic Reading Escapes
“Josie and Samuel’s relationship was so pure, so beautiful, moving, life altering. My heart broke for their struggles, their hardships, everything they had to endure, but it was filled up with love and hope by the lessons learned.”
-- Sieni A.M., Author of Scar of the Bamboo Leaf
“If you’ve ever lived in or near a small town, then you need to read this book as you will frequently find yourself smiling from nostalgia.”
-- Compass Book Reviews
