That Family on Archer Street

by Craig Massey
Category: "Fiction - General"
Pages:256
Year of Publication:1958
Date Added:07/21/2008
Date Read:12/04/2014
Notes:When his father-in-law dies, David Hunter moves his family from the city to the small town of Vintondale to take over the family grocery story. He resents having to do it and his resentment soon alienates his family. His older daughter Alice finds love with Allen, the pastor's son. His son Terry becomes a basketball star and begins dating Ann. Connie, the youngest daughter, becomes a rebel with dangerous friends. Carol, David's wife, tries hard to help David adjust, but he resist. Uncle Billy, next door, considers the family his project and does what he can to encourage them spiritually. Things spiral downward. Connie manages to break up Alice and Allen. Terry gets beaten by thugs. Connie almost gets raped. In the end, all works out. Connie escapes and calls Terry for help. They talk, and he leads her to the Lord. Connie confesses what she did to her sister, and Alice and Allen get back together. Terry begins helping out in the store and he and David reconnect. Finally, David sees that the families problems are his fault, and he too trusts Christ.
My Rating: 8

Reviews for That Family on Archer Street

Review - That Family on Archer Street

I don't think Dad cared much for this book, but Mom and I always thought it was his best. The characters are well drawn. The story is a bit maudlin, and the ending a bit pat. Trusting Christ brings joy and peace, but it doesn't resolve all the physical problems of life — just gives us the resources to face them. But taken as a bit of fiction, I like it.

Reviewed by Roger on 2014-12-04 14:58:04

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