Listening for the Crack of Dawn

In this heartfelt middle-grade novel, an adult reflects on his childhood in the Appalachian hills, recalling the stories his grandfather told about life in the 1950s. The young listener learns about family traditions, the impact of modernization on a rural community, and the quiet moments that shape his identity as he hears the crack of dawn each morning. Through these vivid recollections, the book explores themes of heritage, listening, and the bonds that connect generations.