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Published Jan 2017
624 pages
Genre: Mysteries
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A captivating story about dark truths and heinous crimes as well as unexpected friendships, with detailed black-and-white illustrations throughout. Perfect for fans of mystery and detective stories.
Sally Jones is not only a loyal friend, she's an extraordinary individual. In overalls or in a maharaja's turban, this unique gorilla moves among humans without speaking but understanding everything. She and the Chief are devoted comrades who operate a cargo boat. A job they are offered pays big bucks, but the deal ends badly, and the Chief is falsely convicted of murder.
For Sally Jones this is the start of a harrowing quest for survival and to clear the Chief's name. Powerful forces are working against her, and they will do anything to protect their secrets.
"Starred Review. Features a complex mystery, an intricately constructed narrative, and deep characters. Committed, careful readers will be richly rewarded." - Kirkus
"Starred Review. Prepare to meet the remarkable Sally Jones; you won't soon forget her." - Publishers Weekly
"Starred Review. A richly imagined and thoroughly unique adventure." - Booklist
"A new animal heroine has arrived on the scene. An unusual and oddly charming adventure." - School Library Journal
"Slyly funny and poignant ... a thrilling adventure." - Caldecott Medal winner Paul O. Zelinsky
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Any "Author Information" displayed below reflects the author's biography at the time this particular book was published.
Jakob Wegelius is a Swedish writer and illustrator who lives and works in the small village of Mörtfors. In Sweden, he was awarded the August Prize for Best Children's Book and the Nordic Council Children and Young People's Literature Prize for The Murderer's Ape, which is also an International Youth Library White Raven selection. Visit Jakob at jakobwegelius.com.
Peter Graves is a translator from the Scandinavian languages and has received many Swedish Academy prizes for his translations.
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