Train I Ride

Author:Paul Mosier

She found her family…before she found her home.

“A harrowing, moving, immersive, and ultimately uplifting debut novel.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

“In this debut novel, Mosier gives middle-grade readers a character who battles life’s challenges with extreme honesty and doesn’t sugarcoat her inner battles. A tale that will stay with readers long after they reach the final destination.” — School Library Journal (starred review)

“In his first novel, Mosier offers a cast of well-drawn characters, an unusual setting, and a rewarding reading experience.” — Booklist (starred review)

“An emotionally expansive and deeply affecting story. Heartbreaking and unforgettable.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review)

“Rydr herself is sympathetic, and she’s got a believable voice, a mix of vulnerability, edginess, and raw fury at her rotten luck. Readers who like drama, sentiment, and tidy, tearful endings may find this to be the ticket.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books

Additional information

Weight	.12 kg
Dimensions	6 × .75 × 9 cm
Condition	New
Format	Paperback Book
Genre	Children's, Children's Multigenerational Families, Children's Self-Esteem, Coming Of Age, Contemporary, Death, Family, Fiction, Middle Grade, Realistic Fiction, Trains, Young Adult
ISBN-13	9780062455734
Language	English
Pages	181
Publisher	Harper Collins
Title	Train I Ride
Year Published	2017
Award Winner-Nominee	International Literacy Association’s Intermediate Fiction Award, Kerntitel Kinderboekenweek for Groep 7-8, Vermont Golden Dome Book Award Nominee

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Description

Train I Ride

Train I Ride Rydr launches on a train bound for the east, bidding farewell to California. Where her grandmother can no longer care for her. Her destination is Chicago, where she will be living with a relative she has yet to meet. Accompanying her on this journey are her belongings. A suitcase filled with essentials, memories that evoke both joy and sorrow. And a mysterious box containing something of great significance. This transition marks a pivotal moment in Rydr’s life. As she leaves behind the familiar and steps into the unknown.

Rydr

As Rydr interacts with her fellow passengers during the train ride. She begins to unravel the stories of those around her. Through these encounters, fragments of her past start to resurface. Prompting her to confront her memories and experiences in California. Despite her initial desire to escape her past, Rydr discovers that acknowledging and understanding her history may hold the key to navigating her present circumstances. The train becomes a microcosm of interconnected lives, each person carrying their burdens and hopes.

Train I Ride

Amidst the ride filled with uncertainty and change, Rydr finds glimmers of hope and the possibility of forgiveness. Through the shared experiences and conversations with her fellow travelers, she realizes that her past does not define her future entirely. The train becomes a metaphor for life’s journey, where unexpected connections and moments of introspection pave the way for growth and healing. As Rydr grapples with her emotions and memories, she learns that resilience, compassion, and self-discovery are within her reach, waiting to be embraced.

About The Author

Paul Mosier tackled his journey as a novelist in 2011. Although his passion for writing has been a constant companion throughout his life. He is a devoted husband and a father to two daughters. One of whom has sadly departed to the next realm. Residing close to his birthplace in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, he finds solace in life’s simple pleasures such as tuning into baseball games on the radio, savoring vegetarian cuisine, indulging in coffee, and engaging in lively conversations.

With a knack for capturing the hearts of young readers, Paul Mosier has penned three highly acclaimed books tailored for middle-grade audiences: Train I Ride, Echo’s Sister, and Summer and July. His literary prowess shines through in each of his works, drawing readers into captivating worlds filled with emotion and depth. You can connect with him on his blog at novelist paulmosier.wordpress.com for more insights into his writing journey and upcoming projects.