Seeing Crosses Author:Kevin Young Mark Andrews, a 13-year-old boy, is devastated by the tragic death of his father and after four years, he still grieves. Mark finds it difficult to function in everyday life as constant daydreams keep the memory of his father alive inside him. But adding to Mark's troubles is his deep concern for his mother, who also continues to mourn her late ... more »husband's death. One day on a bike ride with his best friend, Wayne, Mark nearly hits a stranger in town. The stranger is angered by the near collision and threatens the boys, but just before he can inflict physical harm, a dog appears from nowhere to subdue him. Then, when Mark happens upon an old seer, things really get weird. She warns him of the stranger in town and of certain danger. She also tells Mark of a powerful cross that will aid him if he should encounter any danger. Subsequently, Mark begins to see crosses in various places throughout his small town. The hours pass and Mark's curiosity becomes full-blown confusion as he tries to piece together and make sense of the startling incidents going on in his peaceful city and quiet life. Meanwhile, the stranger spreads panic throughout the small community, fixed primarily on terrorizing Mark and his family. When Mark learns why the stranger is in town, he realizes that it's the key to all of his questions, including the recent murders of three people, the perplexing crosses, and even his own father's death.« less