America

De: Mike Bond

Narrado por: David de Vries

Coming of age is never easy. Coming of age in the 1960s was extraordinary. It was a decade that transformed America. After the post-World War II dreams of a healing nation, the '60s shook America to its foundation - the assassination of an idealistic young president, a tragic and unpopular war, a battle for civil rights, a cosmic clash of riots and burning cities, and an explosion of sex, drugs, and rock and roll.

For four young people, the '60s is a decade of possibility. For Troy, it's the joy of living with his new family and exploring the world of flight and outer space. For Tara, the girl he loves, it's the power of song as she evolves into a rock and roll star. For Mick, a football star and reluctant rebel, it's a time to question everything, including his new brother's choice to fight in Vietnam. And for Daisy, the girl Mick loves, it's a chance to fight for equality, join the Peace Corps, and expand her study of the human mind.

Set against the backdrop of our most turbulent decade, celebrated author Mike Bond's America is the first in his seven-volume historical novel series, capturing the victories and heartbreaks of the last 70 years and of our nation's most profound upheavals since the Civil War, a time that defined the end of the 20th century and where we are today.

©2021 Mike Bond (P)2021 Mike Bond

Reseñas de la Crítica

"America is a coming-of-age masterpiece." (St. Louis Post-Dispatch)

"America is an extraordinary and deftly crafted novel that combines interesting characters within the context of an historically detailed background...an inherently entertaining...fascinating read from cover to cover...highly recommended." (Midwest Book Review)

America I love

A good book about the country that provided my family and me with a roof above my head. A good book about people working hard to pull themselves to the height of their potential. Growing is not easy. I can fully associate myself with the characters, with their struggles. The author's language, style, and narrator's voice give room for sharing oneself with this book. My personal experience and knowledge of history and literature allow me to appreciate its complexity. I do not want this review to become an analysis. This book is written for educated people loving America, which we may lose. The author's plan is gargantuan. I hope he will succeed.

don't waste your time or money

I hate not finishing a book, but I got so tired of the 'F' word and hearing about so many young people loving to 'F' and the lack of responsibility for their actions! They continually talk about God doesn't exist and you should live life hard and get as much as you can! The high school girl "killing" her baby because everything was about her and what she wanted or didn't want! This book is sad, pointless and a waste of time!