What Hearts

Written by Bruce Brooks

A boy faces four pivotal moments that test his integrity and imagination.

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Asa's journey through childhood is marked by four critical turning points that challenge his integrity, intellect, and decency. With rare sweetness and humor, he navigates these trials, revealing the power of imagination and inner strength. Will Asa emerge unscathed, or will these tests redefine him? Discover a moving portrait of resilience and growth in this Newbery Honor-winning novel.

From the publisher

Recipient of a 1993 Newbery Honor, this novel is an achingly beautiful, powerfully rendered journey through childhood that is not to be missed, now available in a new edition with a striking new cover.”From an outstandingly perceptive writer, a moving portrait of a boy, observed at four revealing turning points.” – Pointer Review/Kirkus Reviews”Combines fast, exciting action with an astonishing ending that proves the power of the individual imagination.” – Starred Review/ALA Booklist”Asa–possessed of rare sweetness, humor, and inner strength–survives intact cruel tests of his integrity, intellect, and sense of decency. From an outstandingly perceptive writer, a moving portrait of a boy, observed at four revealing turning points.” –K. “Told with controlled imagery, insightful illumination of motive and the needs of his characters, Brooks has proven himself once again a master of language.” –BL. 1993 Newbery Honor BookNotable Children’s Books of 1993 (ALA)1993 Best Books for Young Adults (ALA)1993 Fanfare Honor List (The Horn Book)1993 Teachers’ Choices (IRA)1993 Books for the Teen Age (NY Public Library)