Artie Call cant get a break. Orphaned during the Depression, he steals food to survive. When mischief lands him in juvenile court, hes offered a home by fellow ward member David Boone, but then suffers under Boones unkind and unyielding treatment. And after Artie helps the victim of a robbery gone bad, hes abandoned by Boone and sentenced to juvenile hall. Then his luck and his life suddenly change. Mary Wilkerson, the feisty widow who was robbed, sees potential in Artie and takes him into her custody. Ray McCandless, the wise yet firm chauffeur, teaches Artie about cars, life, and the connections between the two. Under their care, Artie develops the desire and the ability to leave his past behind and grasp the hope in his future, which shines like Marys luxurious Dusenberg. But when cornered by old enemies, will he defend his honor with his life? Jerry Borrowman masterfully combines emotion, morality, suspense, and humor in this tender coming-of-age story. Readers will struggle and rejoice with Artie as he discovers the value of integrity, the sweetness of family ties, and the reality of the American dream. And they will never forget the triumph that unfolds when a good boy with bad problems is given one last chance. Join author Jerry Borrowman and others as they talk about One Last Chance.
Great looking book hope I can get it soon.
lvnagain 2 years ago
I can't wait to read the book.. I love historical fiction!
ashleymae23 2 years ago
It should be an interesting moving to compare depression to where we are today, also the technology aspect is interesting to me since that is my field
kneumeister 2 years ago
looks fascinating, it will be interesting to compare the depression to what we are doing now.
barkulin09 2 years ago
Looks like a great read. I love historical fiction!
2wildchildzmom 2 years ago
Looks like a good book. I can't wait to read it.
mcorlaf2008 2 years ago
Looks like a great book! Can't wait to buy it.
lizardm11 2 years ago
The Great Depression is an era I haven't read much about yet. "One Last Chance" seems like a good intro to the era.
AsTheNight 2 years ago
Thanks Thrifty Mom for introducing me to Jerry's books. I will have to read these, especially to my homeschooled boys!
scrouper 2 years ago
I've not heard of your books before, and look forward to reading this and many more. I'll be sharing this with my family and my sisters family. Thankyou
daughtermothersisi 2 years ago