24 Hours in Nowhere
24 Hours in Nowhere by Dusti Bowling is a middle-grade novel published by Sterling Children’s Books in 2020. This edition, available in English and spanning 288 pages, presents a story set in Nowhere, Arizona, a town characterized as the least livable in the United States. The narrative follows Gus, a 13-year-old with aspirations of escaping his circumstances, as he navigates challenges posed by the local bully, Bo Taylor. When Bo’s actions lead to a series of events involving a prized dirt bike, Gus embarks on a treasure hunt in Dead Frenchman Mine, joined by friends and unlikely allies.
Readers will find a tale that explores themes of friendship, hope, and resilience against the backdrop of poverty and bullying. As Gus and his companions face various dangers, including cave-ins and mountain lions, they share their experiences of life in Nowhere, ultimately discovering their inner strength. This engaging story combines action and adventure, making it a compelling read for those interested in juvenile fiction that addresses social themes.
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“Reminiscent of Louis Sachar’s Holes with its quirky characters and unique desert setting, this is a middle-grade read that will easily transport readers somewhere special.” —School Library Journal (Starred review)
When you come from Nowhere, can you ever really make it anywhere? Author Dusti Bowling returns to the desert to create another gripping story about friendship, hope, and finding the power we all have within ourselves. Now available in paperback!
Welcome to Nowhere, Arizona, the least livable town in the United States. For Gus, a bright 13-year-old with dreams of getting out and going to college, life there is made even worse by Bo Taylor, Nowhere’s biggest, baddest bully. When Bo tries to force Gus to eat a dangerously spiny cactus, Rossi Scott, one of the best racers in Nowhere, comes to his rescue–but in return she has to give Bo her prized dirt bike. Determined to buy it back, Gus agrees to go searching for gold in Dead Frenchman Mine, joined by his old friend Jessie, Rossi, and even Bo’s sidekick, Matthew. As they race against the clock hunting for treasure, narrowly surviving everything from cave-ins to mountain lions, they bond over shared stories of how hard life in Nowhere is–and they realize this adventure just may be their way out.
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