St. John, Patricia Mary, 1919-1992

Where the river begins / Patricia Mary St. John. - 127 pages ; 17 cm

The story of the effect a family break-up has on a ten-year-old boy. Fostered by a Christian family while his mother recovers in hospital, Francis experiences real love for the first time. He finds solace in the river, and as he tries to find its source, discovers the source of Christian life.

0802481248 (paperback)


Dysfunctional families--Juvenile fiction.
Foster home care--Juvenile fiction.
Christian life --Juvenile fiction.