About the book
For fans of literary classics such as The Catcher in the Rye and The Perks of Being a Wallflower comes a stirring new thought-provoking novel from debut author Sam Miller about a loss shrouded in mystery with twists and turns down every railway.
Arthur Louis Pullman the Third is on the verge of a breakdown. He’s been stripped of his college scholarship, is losing his grip on reality, and has been sent away to live with his aunt and uncle.
It’s there that Arthur discovers a journal written by his grandfather, the first Arthur Louis Pullman, an iconic Salinger-esque author who went missing the last week of his life and died hundreds of miles away from their family home. What happened in that week—and how much his actions were influenced by his Alzheimer’s—remains a mystery.
But now Arthur has his grandfather’s journal—and a final sentence containing a train route and a destination.
So Arthur embarks on a cross-country train ride to relive his grandfather’s last week, guided only by the clues left behind in the dementia-fueled journal. As Arthur gets closer to uncovering a sad and terrible truth, his journey is complicated by a shaky alliance with a girl who has secrets of her own and by escalating run-ins with a dangerous Pullman fan base.
Arthur’s not the only one chasing a legacy—and some feel there is no cost too high for the truth.
One train ticket. A week of secrets. A legacy that could save him—or destroy him.
- A Grandfather’s Journal: A dementia-fueled travelogue from a Salinger-esque author, holding the key to a life shrouded in secrets.
- YA Mystery Novel: Arthur isn’t the only one chasing his grandfather’s legacy. A dangerous fan base believes the truth is worth any cost—even a life.
- Secret Society: A winding path leads to a revolutionary group hidden in plain sight, with their own plans for the Pullman legacy.
- A Journey of Finding Yourself: On a cross-country train ride from California to the back roads of Ohio, Arthur must confront his own unravelling mind to understand the man whose name he carries.
Editions of Lite Too Bright
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780062662019
- EBook
- ISBN 9780062662026
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For fans of literary classics such as The Catcher in the Rye and The Perks of Being a Wallflower comes a stirring new thought-provoking novel from debut author Sam Miller about a loss shrouded in mystery with twists and turns down every railway.
Arthur Louis Pullman the Third is on the verge of a breakdown. He’s been stripped of his college scholarship, is losing his grip on reality, and has been sent away to live with his aunt and uncle.
It’s there that Arthur discovers a journal written by his grandfather, the first Arthur Louis Pullman, an iconic Salinger-esque author who went missing the last week of his life and died hundreds of miles away from their family home. What happened in that week—and how much his actions were influenced by his Alzheimer’s—remains a mystery.
But now Arthur has his grandfather’s journal—and a final sentence containing a train route and a destination.
So Arthur embarks on a cross-country train ride to relive his grandfather’s last week, guided only by the clues left behind in the dementia-fueled journal. As Arthur gets closer to uncovering a sad and terrible truth, his journey is complicated by a shaky alliance with a girl who has secrets of her own and by escalating run-ins with a dangerous Pullman fan base.
Arthur’s not the only one chasing a legacy—and some feel there is no cost too high for the truth.
One train ticket. A week of secrets. A legacy that could save him—or destroy him.
- A Grandfather’s Journal: A dementia-fueled travelogue from a Salinger-esque author, holding the key to a life shrouded in secrets.
- YA Mystery Novel: Arthur isn’t the only one chasing his grandfather’s legacy. A dangerous fan base believes the truth is worth any cost—even a life.
- Secret Society: A winding path leads to a revolutionary group hidden in plain sight, with their own plans for the Pullman legacy.
- A Journey of Finding Yourself: On a cross-country train ride from California to the back roads of Ohio, Arthur must confront his own unravelling mind to understand the man whose name he carries.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lite Too Bright about?
For fans of literary classics such as The Catcher in the Rye and The Perks of Being a Wallflower comes a stirring new thought-provoking novel from debut author Sam Miller about a loss shrouded in mystery with twists and turns down every railway.
Arthur Louis Pullman the Third is on the verge of a breakdown. He’s been stripped of his college scholarship, is losing his grip on reality, and has been sent away to live with his aunt and uncle.
It’s there that Arthur discovers a journal written by his grandfather, the first Arthur Louis Pullman, an iconic Salinger-esque author who went missing the last week of his life and died hundreds of miles away from their family home. What happened in that week—and how much his actions were influenced by his Alzheimer’s—remains a mystery.
But now Arthur has his grandfather’s journal—and a final sentence containing a train route and a destination.
So Arthur embarks on a cross-country train ride to relive his grandfather’s last week, guided only by the clues left behind in the dementia-fueled journal. As Arthur gets closer to uncovering a sad and terrible truth, his journey is complicated by a shaky alliance with a girl who has secrets of her own and by escalating run-ins with a dangerous Pullman fan base.
Arthur’s not the only one chasing a legacy—and some feel there is no cost too high for the truth.
One train ticket. A week of secrets. A legacy that could save him—or destroy him.
- A Grandfather’s Journal: A dementia-fueled travelogue from a Salinger-esque author, holding the key to a life shrouded in secrets.
- YA Mystery Novel: Arthur isn’t the only one chasing his grandfather’s legacy. A dangerous fan base believes the truth is worth any cost—even a life.
- Secret Society: A winding path leads to a revolutionary group hidden in plain sight, with their own plans for the Pullman legacy.
- A Journey of Finding Yourself: On a cross-country train ride from California to the back roads of Ohio, Arthur must confront his own unravelling mind to understand the man whose name he carries.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Lite Too Bright?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage: General interest > Children’s / Teenage general interest: Communities, places and peoples > Children’s / Teenage general interest: Girls and women
Where can I read a sample of Lite Too Bright?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780062662019
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Lite Too Bright?
Samuel Miller
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Lite Too Bright is available as paperback(ISBN 9780062662019) and ebook(ISBN 9780062662026)
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