End of the River — David Martin

A young Jewish teen from a Southern town embraces a new way of thinking in this coming-of-age novel.Growing up in Savannah, Georgia, Ricky Bateman's friendships, crushes, and experiences with prejudice reveal there may be more to life in a 1950s backwater town than he first expected. As Ricky approaches his last six months of high school, he begins to understand that his heritage and upbringing may only be remnants of his childhood. Challenging Southern sensibilities, End of the River, A Savannah Story provides a snapshot of a transformative moment in time in one young man's life.Showcasing the crossroads of Jewish history and Southern traditions, this thought-provoking tale of change and growth features a compelling cast of characters finding their place in the world-from Savannah and beyond.