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Andi hasn't seen her brother for eight years and when he steps off the plane from the Philippines, she cannot believe her eyes. He's tall. EIGHT FOOT TALL. But Bernardo is not what he seems. Bernardo is a hero, Bernardo works miracles, and Bernardo has an amazing story to tell.... read more

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  • Andi: She lives in London. She's Bernardo's half-sister.
  • Bernardo: He lives in the Phillipeens. He is Andi's half brother.
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First Sentence edit see section history

Rush hour. So many armpits, so little deodorant.

Table of Contents edit see section history

Prologue: Andi
Part One: Be Careful What You Wish For
Part Two: Mind the Gap
Part Three: Wish Fulfillment
Epilogue: Bernardo
Appendix

Authors & Contributors edit see section history

  1. Candy Gourlay (Author)

Notes for Parents edit see section history

Reading Level: Ages 9-12

... and above. The dual perspective and some darker elements involving superstition in the Philippines and magical realism may be difficult for some but readers as young as seven have reported enjoying this novel.

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