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Down Sand Mountain

by Steve Watkins (2008)

About this book

In a small Florida mining town in 1966, twelve-year-old Dewey faces one worst-day-ever after another, but comes to know that the issues he faces about bullies, girls, race, and identity are part of the adult world, as well.

Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraModern Era
Protagonist / CoreDown Sand Mountain Lead Character

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