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Starred Review on June 1, 2020 | Middle Grade
Gr 3–6—Danny Monteverde has survived the foster care system because of his brave older sister, Pili; their mysterious book of fairy tales, The Way to Rio Luna; and his unshakable belief in magic. But when Pili disappears from her group home and is presumed a runaway, and his foster father throws away his beloved book, Danny's world begins to crumble. This is a classic portal fantasy, a portrait of childhood resilience, and an ode to...Log In or Sign Up to Read More



