Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024
Lost in the Empire City
By Avi
Separated at Ellis Island, a young immigrant must navigate Manhattan's streets alone to reunite with his family.
289 pages· 66,564 words· Est. 9.5 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 182 ratings
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Summary: Santo's dream of reuniting with his father in America shatters when he's separated from his family at Ellis Island. Alone in Manhattan, he faces language barriers and street dangers. Entangled with a gang of streetwise boys, Santo must navigate betrayal and hardship. Can he muster the courage and cunning needed to find his family again?


