Language: G (0 swears, 0 ‘f’); Mature Content: G; Violence: G (threats)
BUYING ADVISORY: EL - OPTIONAL
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14yo Ollie lives with his mother in a tiny (population 45) silver mining town in COlorado. Since his father died because of the mine, Ollie has been trying to help his mother as best he can. But the town is owned and controlled by a ruthless man and his minions, who are ready to destroy anyone who even thinks to escape his control. WHen a state geologist comes to town, Ollie starts to learn about his rights to his own claim. Maybe with his friend Alys he can find a way and the money for both of their families to escape.
Avi dives back into history, showing us a time period of evil men who would stop at nothing to get their way. My only worry is that historical fiction is a hard sell. The action and danger is not exciting enough to sell the book on its own.
Cindy, Middle School Librarian, MLS
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