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Kate Messner’s book follows a young, electronically minded boy as he seeks out his missing father. While exploring his own identity and bonds with friends, he must also face the challenges of living in a single‑parent household and the emotional strain of homelessness. Through his journey, the novel highlights the resilience of family ties and the power of community support amid tough times.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Kate Messner
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