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Bestselling Newbery Medalist Christopher Paul Curtis delivers a powerful companion to his multiple award-winning Elijah of Buxton.

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In a tale brimming with intrigue and adventure, Christopher Paul Curtis returns to the vibrant world he brought to life in Elijah of Buxton. Here is another novel that will break your heart - and expand it, too.
©2014 Christopher Paul Curtis (P)2014 Listening Library

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A book with a real story full of life. By this I mean the writter of this book was able to put joy and grief on a few pieces paper and call it a book, and this book was able to sing the words of life