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Gr 5–7—Centering on a small mountain village in the Philippines at the end of the 19th century, this novel is an unparalleled story of one boy's journey towards manhood and knowledge of the world beyond. Samkad and Little Luki are best friends. They do everything together, from playing tricks on the ancients to rambling through the forests that surround their home. But things are about to change. Samkad has been chosen to become a man, and Luki is jealous. She will never hold a spear or b...Log In or Sign Up to Read More