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This action-packed middle-grade fantasy introduces twelve-year-old African American Jax Freeman, whose life is upended by a move from Raleigh to Chicago. What begins as a typical relocation quickly spirals into a thrilling adventure as Jax discovers a hidden magical world, complete with talking household objects and brave train porters. He learns of his own magical inheritance and is thrust into a battle against a formidable, terrifying evil. The book explores themes of identity, bravery, and adapting to change, all wrapped in a fast-paced, imaginative narrative. Ideal for readers aged 10-14 who enjoy contemporary fantasy with a strong protagonist.
When twelve-year-old African American Jackson Freeman is forced to move from Raleigh, North Carolina to Chicago he finds himself suddenly in a world of talking glasses and clocks, magical inheritance, and daredevil train porters in a fight against a terrifying evil.
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How does Jax feel about moving to a new city? How do you think he handles such a big change?
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If you suddenly discovered a magical inheritance, what kind of powers or responsibilities do you think you would have?
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What does it mean to be brave when you're facing something truly terrifying?
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How do the talking objects and train porters help Jax in his adventure? What qualities do they show?
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