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Gr 4-6 An unusual first novel with folkloric overtones, this fast-moving story of friendship sought and found, and wishes gone awry captures readers' interest while retaining a will-o'-the-wisp sense of mystery. Characters are few, simply and clearly drawn, while plot twists are simultaneously surprising and believable. Nuria, a lonely orphan, has finally found a home with her beloved grandfather, known as the Avy. Wealthy, crippled Catty, whose disabilit...Log In or Sign Up to Read More