Junius Over Far
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Chapter Book · 1985

Junius Over Far

By Virginia Hamilton

A teen follows his grandfather to uncover hidden heritage.

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277 pages
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Fourteen-year-old Junius embarks on a daring journey to a perilous Caribbean island, chasing the shadows of his grandfather's past. As he delves into his family's mysterious heritage, will he uncover truths that change everything? The island holds secrets, and Junius must navigate its dangers to find his place in the world.

Awards

Coretta Scott King Honor (1986)
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Format
Hardcover
Pages
277
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
~669L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.3
F&P level
~P
AR points
9
AR interest level
UG
AR quiz
28798
Publication
Published
January 1, 1985
Publisher
Harper Row
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780060221942

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