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Gr 5 Up—Twelve-year-old Marcus Pennrider, who is Black, feels overwhelming gratitude to Aunt Donna for rescuing him and his sister Ariana from their abusive father. He also owes debts of gratitude to grocer and community angel Mr. O. and the residents of Grand Park, all described as having various shades of brown skin. Discovering he can cast divination magic throws Marcus for a loop. When Mr. O. confesses to being a Divinator who can mentor Marcus, the boy is torn between family dutie...Log In or Sign Up to Read More