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295 pp.
| Random |
January, 2016 |
TradeISBN 978-0-375-86972-3$16.99
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LibraryISBN 978-0-375-96972-0$19.99
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EbookISBN 978-0-375-98535-5
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After an earthquake and tsunami kills his grandparents in Japan, biracial Kai is sent to live with female cousin Jet's family in Astoria, Oregon. Aspiring bar pilot Jet and Kai, whose Obā-san taught him to make boats, enter a geocaching hunt/sailing regatta. With some exploration of biracial/bicultural identity, Parry focuses on the cousins' friendship and the exciting competition. Extensive back matter included. Glos.