Raphael, Gardo and Rat are just three boys who live in a slum and sift through trash for a living. They might have a limited education but they have the smarts to outwit the police and enlist people to help them uncover a mystery.
A mystery that begins when Raphael discovers a wallet, a key and a map. He has found something that the authorities want and that puts him and his friends in danger. The story doesn't allow you to feel sorry that these boys live in unfortunate conditions but it does create an awareness of what life is like for them. I liked these characters because of their bravery, ingenuity, craftiness, and determination. You admire their perserverance in the face of difficult and life-threatening odds.
Suitable for level one reading, themes of corruption, friendship, and for cultural perspective.
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