121 Oak Street
About
A mystery has been discovered at 121 Oak Street. This secret has been harbored for more than eighty years, and its exposure is about to have a profound effect upon the entire community. The story begins under an old oak tree in a normal setting much like any you would see. An elderly gentleman with snow white hair, wearing a flannel shirt and khaki pants, sits in a rocker as he transforms his front porch into a theatre. But, this is not just any theatre, for its audience travels back in time. Not only do they hear the stories, they live them, feel them, and sense all the emotions connected with the experience. In the beginning it seems there is a lonely old man who needs someone to listen to him. However, as the tales come to life, it is the audience who needs the kind gentleman. As they beg for more, the wise old man says, “If you want to hear more, you’ll have to come back next Saturday at one o’clock. If I am able, I will be right here in my rocker.” The crowds grow and grow. Now not only are the children fascinated and wanting more, the parents eagerly anticipate the end of the story. Finally the much anticipated day arrives for the secret of 121 Oak Street to be revealed. Why not join us as the mystery unfolds? You will be glad you did, and that’s a promise.
Praise for this book
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Fireplace read,
The novel 121 Oak Street is a very interesting novel and very creative. The authors technique too tell a story of pirates and adventures did seem a little cliche at first. The use of pirates and adventures at seas seems too always be the pinnacle of childhood fantasies; even though this fantasy is a bit outdated i feel the author was able to create a very decent novel and bridged the gap between what child though of as adventure in the past and now. However the old mans technique to get the boys to read the novel on their own was pretty clever. This is a very useful technique in teaching, to find what interests the pupil and let them discover that they want to learn. Also patience seems to be present in the story between each session of the old gentleman telling his stories. I feel that this novel was indeed well written; it is apparent that this is a new author. the form of the writing indicates a ounce of inexperience but with time will more than likely develop into a very sensible and crafty style of writing that will attract many readers.
The novel was very fun to read, the author said the reason behind his writing this novel was to entertain the readers; this goal was ascertained very quickly, My usually reads consist of mystery novels and thrillers however i would be lying if i said that if i saw a novel by Roger Grubbs that i wouldn't read the summary and possibly buy it, I enjoyed this novel greatly and was thoroughly entertained,
5.0 out of 5 stars Adventure for all ages
The story really sucks you in from chapter one. The desperate fight to survive, the want of excitement and adventure and still wanting to go home. Cody and Ben use their instincts to outwit the meanest of pirates and rescue the stranded souls. What a tale to make you feel good.
5.0 out of 5 stars Brings out the adventure in all of u.
Roger wrote this book, with all ages in mind, it is amazing to have an older man reading to one child, that turns to more children, I think the moral to this story is, if more would read to our children, then they will want to read and take adventures themselves through books. This adventure book was so well written, another Grubbs classic of you better have time to read, without having to put it down...