
Synopsis/Details
Two kids, Darel and Kyla Sherwood, bond with their new neighbor, Marli. They suspect her father, a war here, is responsible for the disappearance of her mother. Marli is disabled, teaches them sign language.
They find something that proves him guilty, get chased through a rattlesnake field. He's bitten, but survives.
In court, Marli reaches beyond her disability--to disprove his innocence.
Story & Logistics
Story Type:
Pursuit
Story Situation:
Daring enterprise
Story Conclusion:
Surprise Twist
Linear Structure:
Linear
Moral Affections:
Bad Man
Cast Size:
Several
Locations:
Several
Characters
Lead Role Ages:
Male under 13
Hero Type:
Legendary
Villian Type:
Authority Figure
Stock Character Types:
Boy next door
Advanced
Subgenre:
Suspense-Thriller
Equality & Diversity:
Disability Focused
Life Topics:
Childhood Adventure
Super Powers:
Physical or mental domination
Time Period:
World War II (1939–1945)
Country:
United States of America (USA)
Time of Year:
Summer
Illness Topics:
Physical
Relationship Topics:
Bonding