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Gr 4–5—There's little to engage children in this spare book about a boy who learns that his father is an ex-bank robber serving time. Fourth-grader Anthony Cantes was raised believing his absentee dad, Rafael, is a wildlife photographer who visits exotic locales. The reality, though, is more grit than glamour-his father is awaiting trial for an earlier jail escape. Anthony's older sister, Lise, tells him the truth. After his m...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

In this spare and solemn short novel, French screenwriter Bourreau traces a season in the life of Anthony. For years this middle grader has believed that his father is away on an extended trip, in his capacity as a wildlife photographer. Then he discovers the truth: that Dad is in prison, for theft. When Anthony begins to visit him in jail, he tries to forge a new rel...Log In or Sign Up to Read More