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$899
The City of Ember
Ages 9–13 · 2003
Sale price
$650
Chapter Book · Ages 13–+ · 2005 · Est. 4 hour read
Car Trouble
A road trip turns chaotic with unexpected companions and hidden agendas.
3.5/5 Goodreads · 470 ratings
288 pages· 44,706 words· Est. 4 hour read
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Bookroo's summary
Duff Pringle, a tech-savvy teen, sets off for a new job in San Jose. But when his car breaks down, he picks up a hitchhiker, leading to a wild journey filled with con artists, thugs, and a carsick terrier. As Duff navigates this unpredictable road trip, he must question who he can trust and what surprises lie ahead. Will he reach his destination, or will the detours change his path forever?
From the publisher
From the national bestselling author of The City of Ember comes this unforgettable adventure involving a hitchhiker, an aspiring singer with a con-artist mother, a couple of thugs, and a carsick terrier. It all begins with a little car trouble.
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 288
- Words
- 44,706
- Reading age
- 13–99+
- Audience
- Young Adult
- Lexile
- 780L
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