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When a resourceful boy starts doing odd‑jobs in a bustling apartment house, he soon discovers that the building’s owner is secretly hiring a gang of arsonists to ignite the structure. Their goal? To stage a fire and claim the insurance payout. As the boy navigates the shadows of the neighborhood, he must decide whether to intervene and protect his community or stay silent and risk the lives of his neighbors.
With vivid depictions of city life, the story explores themes of courage, loyalty, and the often overlooked risks that arise in the pursuit of personal gain.
First publish date: 1983
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Willo Davis Roberts
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