OddballsTurtleback, 1995 - 144 pages From creepy to hilarious to murkily outlandish: a freewheeling science fiction nightmare/comedy from the inventive William Sleator . . . Steady, challenging amusement for savvy readers.--Kirkus Reviews, pointer review. An ALA Notable Book; ALA Best Book for Young Adults. |
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Games | 3 |
Franks Mother | 15 |
The Freedom Fighters of Parkview | 27 |
Copyright | |
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