The Bronze Bow

by Elizabeth George Speare

In this Newbery Medal-winning novel, Daniel bar Jamin is fired by only one passion: to avenge his father's death by crucifixion by driving the Roman legions from his land of Israel.  He joins an outlaw band and leads a dangerous life of spying, plotting, and impatiently waiting to seek revenge.  Headstrong Daniel is devoid of tenderness and forgiveness, heading down a destructive path toward disaster until he hears the lessons taught by Jesus of Nazareth.  With a brand new cover, young readers won't be able to pass up this timeless tale.  Paperback · 256 pgs.· Ages 8-12.