Books with title When Mack Came Back

This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can usually download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1914 edition. Excerpt: ...a wonder; a brilliant, shining water-mystery, all light and silent motion. Seen in that setting, even the Bangor steamer became a thing of beauty. The darkness increased and stars came out one by one. In the east appeared a heralding glow, and slowly the moon looked over the rounding earth. The beauty and silence were too impressive to mar by speech, but suddenly Hope grasped her father's arm. Directly into the path of radiance stretching from the half-risen moon, came a schooner under full sail. Like a silent ghost she passed, for one moment silhouetted against the golden background, and then vanishing into the darkness from which she came. " One might sit here a hundred years and never see that again!" said Mr. Ralston, putting his arm around his daughter, who was nestling close to his side. As the moon rose higher, the mountains assumed fresh aspects of beauty, their outlines again revealed by a softer light than that of the sun. Faint cloud mists began to glimmer through the valleys and over the lakes. Mr. Ralston had chosen a smooth grassy slope just below the eastern verge of the summit. It was sheltered, thoroughly dry and so situated that any restless sleeper could not easily come to harm. Beds of fragrant spruce boughs had been cut, and upon one of these Hope was rolled in a blanket. Her father tucked her in and lay down beside her. The boys bunked merrily together on the other side of the slope. " Good-night, little girl; try really to sleep, and don't be frightened by any noises you may hear. All sorts of birds and wild things are awake at night." "I wouldn't be afraid of anything with you so near! " replied Hope happily. CHAPTER XV A MIDNIGHT vrsrron HE middle of the night...

Excerpt from When Max CameOi course we've had letters, but it isn't the same. I know I'll not like them and there's no earthly reason why they should like me!About the PublisherForgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.comThis book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Excerpt from When Max CameOi course we've had letters, but it isn't the same. I know I'll not like them and there's no earthly reason why they should like me!About the PublisherForgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.comThis book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Back when Alex and Casey were kids, they were inseparable. But then Alex leaves without a goodbye and ignores all of Casey’s attempts to contact him. Five years later Alex is a troubled celebrity whose life is going down the toilet along with his alcohol. Casey thought she would never see him again until Alex’s latest stunt gets him sent home to “connect with his roots” while writing a new album. Casey didn’t want anything to do with Alex until she’s forced to work with him. She finds herself trying to rehabilitate him, but she can’t help someone who doesn’t want to be helped. They both realize what they missed all those years apart. Just as their love starts to blossom, Alex makes a mistake that almost costs him everything. Back When is suggested for readers 14 and up due to language and alcohol use.

What happens when the dad you don't know suddenly invades your life? Gabe Mendoza is off to the library when his long-absent father appears-and looks to be homeless. His father wants to re-establish a relationship, but thirteen-year-old Gabe is hesitant. He's confused. And his Mom is mad. Should Gabe allow his father back into his life, or keep his distance? Can Gabe's dad, with all his failings, clean up his act? This powerful novella by bestselling author Gary Soto will ring true to kids-and grown-ups-who can relate to the everyday challenges of one-parent home life. Soto's strong voice and poignant characters will draw you into Gabe's world and the decisions that will change his life.

What happens when the dad you don't know suddenly invades your life? Gabe Mendoza is off to the library when his long-absent father appears - and looks to be homeless. His father wants to reestablish a relationship, but 13-year-old Gabe is hesitant. He's confused. And his Mom is mad. Should Gabe allow his father back into his life, or keep his distance? Can Gabe's dad, with all his failings, clean up his act?