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The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
Despite his overwhelming fear of interacting with people, Christopher, a mathematically-gifted, autistic, fifteen-year-old boy, decides to investigate the murder of a neighbor's dog and uncovers secret information about his mother -
Drinking Coffee Elsewhere
The predominantly African-American characters in this debut collection of short fiction struggle to maintain their sense of self while confronting unexpected life events.- Realistic Fiction
- Alex Awards 2004
- ISBN: 9781573222341
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The Kite Runner
Traces the unlikely friendship of a wealthy Afghan youth and a servant's son in a tale that spans the final days of Afghanistan's monarchy through the atrocities of the present day -
Leave Myself Behind
Secrets of the present and past complicate 17-year-old Nick's life when he falls in love with the boy next door. A psychologically complex and emotionally satisfying debut novel.- Realistic Fiction
- Alex Awards 2004
- ISBN: 9780758203489
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Maisie Dobbs
In post World War I London, Maisie Dobbs takes her first case as a private investigator and experiences flashbacks to her modest upbringing and doomed wartime romance. This unique historical mystery is the first in a proposed series.- Realistic Fiction
- Alex Awards 2004
- ISBN: 9781616954079
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Wonder When You'll Miss Me
After she is sexually assaulted under the school bleachers, 16-year old Faith runs away from home, accompanied by The Fat Girl, a taunting imaginary former self. At the circus, Faith finds a safe haven and healing environment.- Realistic Fiction
- Alex Awards 2004
- ISBN: 9780688167813