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Children's Fiction Circus

Ten Thumb Sam

by (author) Rachel Dunstan Muller

Publisher
Orca Book Publishers
Initial publish date
Sep 2007
Category
Circus, Mysteries & Detective Stories, General
Recommended Age
9 to 12
Recommended Grade
4 to 7
Recommended Reading age
9 to 12
  • Paperback / softback

    ISBN
    9781551436999
    Publish Date
    Sep 2007
    List Price
    $7.95
  • eBook

    ISBN
    9781554697298
    Publish Date
    Oct 2007
    List Price
    $9.99

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Description

Sam Stringbini, the youngest son in a family of circus performers, is living every kid's dream, except for the fact that he is no good on the high wire, trapezes freak him out and magic mystifies him. When the Triple Top Circus is threatened by repeated acts of sabotage, Sam is the number one suspect. To clear his name, Sam enlists the help of his cousin, Harriet, and discovers that, while he may never be a sword-swallower or a lion-tamer, he just might be able to save the circus.

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Awards

  • Commended, CCBC Best Books
  • Commended, Resource Links "The Year's Best"

Excerpt: Ten Thumb Sam (by (author) Rachel Dunstan Muller)

Max put his hand on Sam's shoulder. "C'mon. You're not giving up already, are you?"
"Already?" said Sam. "I've tried everything! It's hopeless."
"You haven't tried everything. Have you talked to the clowns yet? You'd be a natural with them."
"Thanks a lot."

Editorial Reviews

"A cute, cozy mystery for young readers…Recommended."

CM Magazine

"An absolutely delightful book."

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