The River Way Home: The Adventures of the Cowboy, the Indian, & the Amazon Queen

by Mary E. Dawson

Overview

Best Florida YA Book of 2013!
Best Florida Adult Fiction of 2013!
(The Florida Authors and Publishers Association)

ALLIGATORS, OUTLAWS, AND TOURISTS?

It's 1914, and Florida's last frontier is coming of age. A young Cracker who yearns to become a Florida cow hunter, a Seminole who sees his way of life disappearing, and an educated African-American girl who is looking for a better future lose their boat on Lake Okeechobee and are stranded in the wild and mysterious Florida Jungle. When outlaws block the only road back, they have to find a new way home. How will they survive and who will they be when they get there?

With a section of old photos and short historical essays at the end, "The River Way Home" is historical fiction full of action, humor, and conflicts that remain contemporary today. It's a classic tale of friendship and coming-of-age that will take you back in time to your childhood favorites.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940148227250
Publisher:	WRB Publishing
Publication date:	07/14/2013
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	338
File size:	6 MB

About the Author

"The River Way Home" is a tale of old Florida for young and old alike. Rich in historical detail, it draws the reader deep into the beauty and mystery of Florida's unique environment to experience her characters' exploration of friendship, loss, and possibility.

A former professional photographer, editor for NASA, community activist, elected official, and attorney, Mary searched from New Orleans, to Seattle, to Houston, and Miami, before she found the place she calls home - a small remnant of Florida's last frontier, which she shares with friends, family, and a black-and-tan hound that wandered in out of the Allapattah Flats one sunny afternoon.

You can contact Mary for presentations and book signings at MaryEDawson.com or via email at

Editorial Reviews

"Filled with a strong story, wonderful imagery, and well developed characters, the book paints a vivid picture of the time with a solid mix of history, the clash of different cultures, the still prevalent issues of inequality across race, gender, and mindset; all set against the pressure of progress and its effect on traditions."

Garywstout.com - Gary Stout

"A nostalgic novel with an environmental message that illuminates the book without distracting in any way from the fun."

BlogCritics - Tyler Tichelaar

"This is a remarkably well-told tale that brings the past to life. The characters are incredibly real and it is easy to join in their joys, sorrows, fear, and excitement."

Readers' Favorite readersfavorite.com - Melinda Hills

"Move over Hardy Boys and Nancy Drew! Way over!"

Florida Authentica - Ron Wiggins