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Becket longs for his family to be whole again, but two obstacles stand in his way: his father, brother, and he vanishing at night, and the death of his mother before he could say goodbye. Determined to honor his wish, he turns to his armchair of stories, a snail named Brian, and a thousand paper cranes as his companions.
Through quiet hope and creative acts, Becket embarks on a journey that intertwines grief, family, and the power of imagination. His path reflects a young boy’s resilience as he seeks closure and a sense of belonging.
First publish date: 2015
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Lara Williamson
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