We students have known probably since the dawn of time that we should never expect much from the books we are required to read over the summer, but every now and then we get a book that is incredibly interesting. "Peace Like a River" is one of those books. The main character, Reuben, is a boy that believes in miracles. He hopes for another miracle when his family sets off to find his brother, Davy, a teenager on trial for shooting and killing two neighborhood boys that threatened his family and broke into their home. This book brings you on the quest to reunite a family told through the innocence of a young brother and sister pair. In their youthfulness, they battle "bad-guy" Mr. Andreeson, a government agent hoping the family will lead him to Davy. They meet some interesting people along the way, and never forget their goal of finding their brother. Though nothing seems to be in their favor, they persevere through it all to final destination that they may not be ready for. "Peace Like a River" is one of those unknown books that everyone would enjoy reading.
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