A Fine White Dust
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 1986

A Fine White Dust

By Cynthia Rylant

Pete's faith is tested when a charismatic preacher leaves him behind, revealing true loyalty and self-discovery.

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Pete is captivated by a charismatic preacher promising salvation, ready to abandon everything for a new mission. But when the preacher vanishes with someone else, Pete faces a night of revelation. Who can he truly rely on, and what does it mean to find oneself? As he grapples with faith and friendship, Pete must confront the reality of his choices and the true meaning of salvation. Will he find the strength to redefine his path, or will the allure of the preacher's promises lead him astray? Discover the journey of faith, trust, and self-discovery.

From the publisher

Pete has always been religious and looking for salvation, so he easly falls under the mesmerizing influence of the Preacher Man who comes to town to lead a revival meeting. When the Precher Man invites Pete to join him on his mission, Pete can’t say no, even if it means leaving behind his family, his best friend Rufus, and the home he loves. But during the long night he waits in vain for the Preacher Man–who has left town with a teenaged girl instead of Pete–he learns whom he can really depend on.

Awards

Newbery Honor (1987)
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Format
Hardcover
Pages
120
Reading age
10–13
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
680L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about cultureBooks about social themesBooks about coming of ageBooks about small towns
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.2
F&P level
~P
AR points
3
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
6999
Publication
Published
April 1, 2000
First published
August 31, 1986
Publisher
Aladdin
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780689840876

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