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In 1899, ten-year-old Robbie, son of a preacher in a small Vermont town, gets himself into all kinds of trouble when he decides to give up being Christian in order to make the most of his life before the end of the world.
Quick Summary
Set in 1899 in a tiny Vermont village, Preacher's Kid follows ten-year-old Robbie, who decides he's going to "quit" being a Christian so he can squeeze every bit of fun out of his life before the rumored end of the world. The story is a funny, sometimes tender mix of small-town life, old-timey details, and a kid's wild imagination, and Robbie's schemes like starting a makeshift circus or pulling pranks on the town keep the pages turning even for readers who might normally shy away from historical fiction. It's a great fit for kids who love humor and a bit of mischief, especially those who enjoy books like The Great Brain or Tom Sawyer, but it also works for reluctant readers because the pacing is fast and the voice is genuinely kid-like. Parents will appreciate that the book doesn't get preachy about religion; it mostly uses Robbie's wild ideas to explore curiosity, responsibility, and growing up, with just a few scenes that might feel a little scary when the town panics about the end of the world. If you're looking for a story that balances laughs with a heart-warming look at a boy trying to figure out his place in a strict household, this one's a solid choice.