Boy Underground by Isabelle Marinov
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Boy Underground is a powerful adventure story of Hugo, an autistic boy who decides to go all the way into the Paris underground to find a place where he belongs.
For Hugo, the world can be too loud and bright. He likes the quiet. He likes the dark. And he loves maps.
When Hugo learns that there’s a whole other world under Paris, a network of tunnels, quarries and catacombs mapped beneath his feet, he sets off on an adventure.
Navigating secret passages, narrowly escaping robbers and returning to old friends, Hugo discovers more than just buried treasure …
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Boy Underground is a magical story of courage, friendship, and resilience. It takes the reader on an adventurous journey to an unexplored part of the world.
Young readers aged 9 to 12 years will appreciate the characters and situations Hugo faces during his travels. It’s inspiring to watch Hugo find the courage within himself, make lasting friendships, and ultimately uncover a place that feels like home.
Marinov’s clever descriptions create a vivid experience of the underground while allowing readers to imagine their own. Her inclusion of the protagonist’s struggles with autism makes it a wonderful book to share with your children, as it is able to reach beyond the storyline, encouraging acceptance and compassion.
Overall, Boy Underground is a fun and adventurous read, that both adults and children alike can enjoy.
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