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A boy and a bear embark on a voyage with a suitcase, comic book, and ukulele, hoping for a fun trip. However, strange storms and a terrifying sea monster disrupt their plans, leading to a series of thrilling encounters and challenges.
First publish date: 2012
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Dave Shelton
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