Ghost Hawk

Title: Ghost Hawk
Author: Susan Cooper
Pages: 325
Recommended Age: 12 and up
Rating: 4 Brads

     Ghost Hawk is an interesting tail about an Indian boy killed by some of the first settlers to America and his tale as he tries to find his way to the life beyond death.  The trials, love and fears that lead up to his death and beyond are that of which one can relate but would never wish on another. Little Hawk returns from his trials of being coming a man to finding his village gone, and having to reside with another group of his family. Then one day while trying to help a white women he is killed, and claimed to have been attacking her.  This wrongful death leads Little Hawk to the world of the ghost and traps him there.  Will he ever find peace.  Ever find his way to the great hunting grounds beyond, or is he destined to haunt the area for the rest of times.  Does he go rogue seeking revenge beyond the grave or will he remain the kind kindred spirit he was when he was alive?  Ghost Hawk is a riveting tail of betrayal, love, dedication and devotion.
     I strongly recommend Ghost Hawk for any Junior High or High School student for a fun but serious book report.  The book will grab the reader and keep them interested until the very last page. You will enjoy your travels with Little Hawk and will love exploring the world from his point of view both alive and dead.  Walk in the footsteps of a murdered child and see through the eyes of the beyond. As a parent that home schools his own child, I am looking forward to her report on this book and the ability to talk to her about some of the issues and occurrences that take place throughout the story.
     If you are interested in this book you can find it here: Ghost Hawk