Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky by Kwame MbaliaMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Tristan is a boy who is sent to spend time with his grandparents after a terrible accident. He is left with his friend's notebook and time on his hands. His grandmother is a story teller, and a little bit superstitious. Tristan discovers a "tree" that ends up taking him places and introduces him to characters he never could have imagined.
This story weaves African and African American folklore into an action packed adventure story. I loved how the characters were expanded and fleshed out with the Gum Baby being a particular favorite. This is the first in a new series with will be well worth seeking out.
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