Trash (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780385752169)

In an unnamed Third World country, in the not-so-distant future, three "dumpsite boys" make a living picking through the mountains of garbage on the outskirts of a large city.

One unlucky-lucky day, Raphael finds something very special and very mysterious. So mysterious that he decides to keep it, even when the city police offer a handsome reward for its return. That decision brings with it terrifying consequences, and soon the dumpsite boys must use all of their cunning and courage to stay ahead of their pursuers. It's up to Raphael, Gardo, and Rat--boys who have no education, no parents, no homes, and no money--to solve the mystery and right a terrible wrong.

Andy Mulligan has written a powerful story about unthinkable poverty--and the kind of hope and determination that can transcend it. With twists and turns, unrelenting action, and deep, raw emotion, Trash is a heart-pounding, breath-holding novel.

Author: Andrew Mulligan
ISBN-10: 0385752164
ISBN-13: 9780385752169
Publisher: Ember
Language: English
Published: 10/11/2011
Pages: 240
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.45lbs
Size: 8.10h x 5.50w x 0.60d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 5.1
Point Value: 8
Interest Level: Middle Grade Plus
Quiz #/Name: 140092 / Trash