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Set in the bustling streets of Marseille, "The Whiz Mob and the Grenadine Kid" follows Charlie Fisher, a young street-smart observer who, after watching a crew of pickpockets pull off an astonishing heist, offers to safeguard one of the thieves in return for training. The story blends the thrills of organized crime with a young protagonist’s daring journey, weaving mystery, adventure, and a touch of fantasy as Charlie navigates a world of outlaws and secrets.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Colin Meloy
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