There's more to Cole Everman than meets the eye. It is 1964 and in this coming of age story of a ninth grader in a small central California town, there is more to deal with than girls, parents and the prospect of going to war in Viet Nam. There's also a red and white '56 Chevy and a family of bullies nicknamed "The Christmas Club." This is the story of how Cole deals with seemingly insurmountable challenges, and embarks upon a life of intrigue that continues in the sequel, "Dark Trail" by the same author. (Following "The Christmas Club" enjoy 5 short stories designed to be read at night by a low light. Titles: "The Girl in 314" "Lover's Quarrel" "Mud Room" "Wanda Goes Away" and "No Reprieve")