In the fall of 1910, a Jewish family moves from the Lower East Side of New York City to the hamlet of Mountaindale in the Catskills for fresh country air. Papa is too sick to work and food is scarce. On his way to school, twelve-year-old Adam Bieman is hungry and sees the apple in the Friedland orchard. He cannot resist the ripe, red fruit.

This engaging American tale, interwoven with historical detail about the Catskills, capture the essence of the Jewish High Holidays. When trouble begins to multiply for Adam, can he learn to ask for forgiveness, make amends, and start anew?

Through the story's rich descriptions and distinctive fine art illustrations, the characters in the Bieman family come alive. With his hair sticking up like a talk of corn when it is not hidden by Papa's oversized cap, Adam Bieman will capture your heart. Although written for young adults, this book will delight readers of all ages.

Be sure to catch the next book in the series, The Night Sky Lined with Silver.