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Ptolemy "Popo" Bent is a child of remarkable intellect, speaking and reading far ahead of his peers. After his mother's death, his uncle Chill Bent, a hardened ex‑convict, takes responsibility for Popo. Together they face a government intent on exploiting the boy’s talents, protecting his African‑American heritage and ensuring his safety as they navigate perilous intellectual and personal challenges.
First publish date: 2000
Genre: Suspense/General Suspense
Authors: Walter Mosley
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