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Resource: Chapter Book
Time: AD 1 (During the life of Jesus)
Place: Israel
Main Character: Boy
Summary:
Daniel bar Jamin is full of rage and retribution. He has been dealt many hard blows, from the death of his parents to the abuse of his master that caused him to run away to the mountains to live with a band of Zealots outside his village a short distance from Capernaum. The story begins when he meets an old schoolmate, Joel on the mountain one day. Daniel has many adventures on the mountain, then is called back to the village to care for his fearful, traumatized sister. He meets Jesus. He realizes that violence may not be the only way.
Potentially Objectionable Content:
Violence: there is some description of ambushes and beatings, though not explicit.
Reading Level: grade 6 - 8
Lexile Measure: 760L
Guided Reading Level: U
Awards:
Newbery Medal
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