Kidd's Grand Adventure by David Drake

A novel for ages ten through adult

Kidd, almost thirteen, and his adoptive father, who everyone calls Gramps, a recently retired teacher, are pursued cross-country by a wealthy scoundrel named Nivens, who falsely claims Kidd as his biological grandson and has vowed to kidnap him if necessary. The pair travels from one small town to another in Walooma Watooka, their comfortable, big, remolded, blue school bus. At every stop they find people in need of their assistance and gladly provide it. Kidd begins learning about the romantic side of life and Gramps adjusts to suddenly having a young man, rather than a little boy at his side. Kind Words It is like a handbook on how to live. Every time I read it, I find something new to help me. It is a great story, too. -Josh Santori, age 14 All young teens should read it and then hand it to their parents to read. A wonderful story - well, four wonderful stories, actually. -Beth Langlely, Social Worker, Parent of three teenagers Kidd has to be the wisest kid in the World. I loved Gramps too. He is just how a parent needs to be. I am waiting for the next book. -Jacki Abington - ninth grader, cheerleader I am in love with Gramps. My 12 year old daughter is in love with Kidd. We both love the books ideas about living the good life. -Patricia Miller - Jr High Principal, author As a minister I seldom recommend a book that doesn't reference God, but even lacking that, this is the most uplifting book for 10 to 15 year olds I have seen in the past 25 years - maybe longer. -William F Makey DD, Baptist Minister About the Author David Drake has been writing for children and teens for more than thirty years. His stories gently demonstrate how positive values build a better life for all of us.