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Description
Newspaper copyboy Victor Vollmer sets out from Memphis to fulfill a promise to Mr. Spiro, his late friend and mentor. With the help of a new friend, Philomene, he may meet the challenge. The story includes mild profanity and sexual situations.
Quick Summary
Copyboy is a rollicking 1920s road trip story that pairs a determined kid with a sharp-talking sidekick, throwing them into bootlegger showdowns, train-hopping escapades, and a mystery that keeps pages turning. Kids will root for the underdog hero as he navigates dangerous strangers, clever cons, and the open road while honoring a promise no one thought he could keep. If your kid likes The Adventures of Tom Sawyer meets pulp detective fiction, they'll devour this coming-of-age tale. Perfect for ages 14 and up in grades 9 through 12.