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Chapter Book · Ages 9–15 · 2021
The Genius Under the Table
A boy's doodles may change his fate amidst Cold War secrets.
208 pages· 22,374 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
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Summary: In Cold War Russia, young Yevgeny navigates family chaos and hidden secrets, including a KGB spy in his kitchen. With dreams of becoming a national hero, he faces the challenge of living up to his parents' expectations without the talents of his brother. Armed only with a pencil and a table's underside, Yevgeny discovers that his doodles might hold the key to his future. Can he find his place in a world filled with drama and intrigue? This memoir blends humor and poignancy, capturing a boy's quest for identity in a tumultuous era.
