Becoming the King/Charlie Finds His Voice, is a book within a book. The story of a fictional prince who is being groomed to be a king and the powerful impact his life has on, Charlie, a young fatherless boy.
Twelve year old Charlie has been content for far too long with just getting by. To momentarily pacify his angry mother, Charlie begins to read a book that has actually been banned by his school. When he begins to learn about the ability of the book’s main character, 8-year-old Prince Henry, Charlie begins to re-examine his own life.
Classroom windows that used to be wormholes to a world full of daydreams are covered over by the four pillars Responsibility, Integrity, Compromise and Leadership that Charlie learns from the young prince.
As Charlie challenges himself, he finds a few mentors along the way that introduce some principles the book did not. With discipline and focus now on his side he realizes how easy it can be to achieve things he once thought so difficult, with or without a father to guide him.
Reviews
"Becoming the King/Where's my father? --This is honestly one of the best stories I have ever read. It really shows me just how fortunate I am to have a loving family and this book perfects the job of helping kids who are in need of a role model."
Taylor Cox
15, Torrance, Ca.
"I thoroughly enjoyed, Becoming the King, Where's My Father. The book does a good job delivering some life lessons. Younger readers will also find it an enjoyable read because the lessons are delivered in a subtle rather than preachy manner."
Ken G.
Father of 4 boys
"Becoming the King/Where's my father? -- I read a lot of adult fiction and I must say that though this book is intended for teens, I know a lot of adults who could use what this book has to offer."
Big Bob L.
Teacher
"Becoming the King/Where's my father? --"After reading this I was speechless. I think it’s a profound book that everyone should read; beginning parents, troubled youth, mentors or anyone who lost a parent in some way. I raised two children by myself. I would have liked to have known this information for my children."
Irene Z.
Grandmother of 4
"Becoming the King/Where's my father? -- "As a volunteer for a Children & Women shelter, I encounter children who lack guidance and hope. Becoming the King is an uplifting story that kids of similar background can benefit from. I thoroughly enjoyed the book. It's very heartwarming, exciting, and inspirational. I invite all to read this story."
Mary Pifer
Abuse Center Volunteer, SeniorIHM manager
"Becoming the King/Where's my father?-- "I really enjoyed the book because it changed the way I look at some things. I now get more involved in classroom discussion."
Bronson P.
15, Torrance, Ca.
"Becoming the King/Where's my father?--"I really liked the book and related with Charlie. I worked hard to bring my grades up. It took a lot of discipline."
Kevin W.
15, San Pedro, Ca.
"Becoming the King/Where's my father?-- “My 10 year old son couldn’t stand to read until this book. He couldn’t stop talking about its main character, Charlie. Anything that can inspire my son the way this book has, needs to be required reading for everyone. My son is asking if he can learn a new language. OMG!”
Janice J.
Single mom of 3