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In an unnamed Third World country, in the not-so-distant future, three “dumpsite boys” make a living picking through the mountains of garbage on the outskirts of a large city. One unlucky-lucky day, Raphael finds something very special and very mysterious. So mysterious that he decides to... read more

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This book is a inspiring book about a kid living in a third world. It is inspiring because it shows you that people take everything for granted when a kid everyday looks in trash everyday trying to find something valuable so they can sell it for money. I would rate this 5 stars because how... read more (warning: may contain spoilers)

This book is a inspiring book about a kid living in a third world. It is inspiring because it shows you that people take everything for granted when a kid everyday looks in trash everyday trying to find something valuable so they can sell it for money. I would rate this 5 stars because how inspiring it is.I would recommend this to everybody that is doubtful about reading this book to read it.

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  • Raphael: Protagonist. Lives in a dumpsite. His discovery sets off events that may just get him out of that dumpsite.
  • Gardo: Raphael's best friend. only 7 hours older than Raphael and is like his brother.
  • Rat: A boy who lives by himself away from the rest of the community. Very thin and very knowledgeable of the world around him, which comes in handy when some need his help....
  • Gardo: a very smart intelligent boy
  • Gabriel Olondriz: old a grumpy
  • Mr Oliva: kind a very nice
  • Rat: Small, quick, smart
  • Olivia: Add a description of this character.
  • Zapanta
  • Mckinley
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My name is Raphael Fernandez and I am a dumpsite boy.

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  1. Andy Mulligan (Author)

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Original Language: English
Publisher: David Fickling Books
Country: USA
Publication Date: 2 Sep 2010
ISBN: 9780385619011
Page Count: 202

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Reading Level: Young Adults

Suitable for around 11+. This book has also been marketed as 'crossover' fiction suitable for the adult market.


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