Jack leaves the comfort of his aunt’s Boston home lured west by the California Gold Rush. Accompanied by his aunt’s British butler, Praiseworthy and Jack find not just riches to save his aunt but lots of memorable characters and lots of adventure.
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Bandit’s Moon
Illustrator:
Joseph A. Smith Age Level:
9-12 
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Age Level:
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Ghost in the Noonday Sun
Age Level:
9-12 
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Age Level:
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Age Level:
9-12 
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Illustrator:
John Hendrix Age Level:
9-12 
The Whipping Boy
Illustrator:
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9-12 
The White Elephant
Illustrator:
Robert McGuire Age Level:
6-9 Genre:
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Illustrator:
Peter Sís Age Level:
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