About This Book
"24 Hours in Nowhere" follows Gus, a bright 13-year-old living in the desolate town of Nowhere, Arizona, who is constantly tormented by the town's biggest bully, Bo Taylor. Desperate for a way out and a chance at college, Gus seizes an opportunity when a local legend of buried gold resurfaces. This middle grade novel is a fast-paced adventure that explores themes of bullying, resilience, unlikely friendships, and the pursuit of dreams against challenging odds. Parents will appreciate its focus on courage and problem-solving, while also addressing the difficult reality of bullying. It's an engaging read for children aged 10-14, particularly those who enjoy survival stories and treasure hunts.
Welcome to Nowhere, Arizona, the least livable town in the United States. For Gus, a bright 13-year-old with dreams of getting out and going to college, life there is made even worse by Bo Taylor, Nowhere s biggest, baddest bully.
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Discussion Prompts
1
How does Gus's dream of going to college motivate him throughout the story?
2
What different forms of bullying do you see in the book, and how do the characters react to them?
3
How do Gus and his new friends learn to work together despite their differences?
4
What does "resilience" mean, and how does Gus show it during his adventure?
5
If you lived in Nowhere, what would be your biggest dream for getting out?
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