Mamba Point
Mamba Point by Kurtis Scaletta, published by Random House Children’s Books on September 13, 2011, is a reprint edition featuring 271 pages in English. The story follows twelve-year-old Linus Tuttle, who moves to Liberia after his father takes a job at the U.S. embassy. Eager for a fresh start, Linus aims to shed his anxious persona and embrace a bolder identity. However, upon arrival, he encounters the black mamba, one of Africa’s deadliest snakes, which complicates his plans as he grapples with his fears in a neighborhood ominously named Mamba Point.
As Linus navigates his new environment, he learns about kasengs, the belief that some individuals share a deep connection with certain animals. This revelation prompts him to confront his fears, leading to unexpected adventures and personal growth. Readers will find a humorous exploration of social issues and the challenges of adapting to new experiences, all set against the backdrop of Africa. Mamba Point presents a unique blend of juvenile fiction, animals, and the complexities of self-discovery through Linus’s relationship with his scaly companion.
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When his dad gets a job at the U.S. embassy in Liberia, twelve-year-old Linus Tuttle knows it’s his chance for a fresh start. Instead of being his typical anxious self, from now on he’ll be cooler and bolder: the new Linus.
But as soon as his family gets off the plane, they see a black mamba–one of the deadliest snakes in Africa. Linus’s parents insist mambas are rare, but the neighborhood is called Mamba Point, and Linus can barely go outside without tripping over one–he’s sure the venomous serpents are drawn to him. Then he hears about kasengs, and the belief that some people have a deep, mysterious connection to certain animals.
Unless Linus wants to hide in his apartment forever (drawing or playing games with the strange kid downstairs while his older brother meets girls and hangs out at the pool), he has to get over his fear of his kaseng animal. Soon he’s not only keeping a black mamba in his laundry hamper; he’s also feeling braver than ever before. Is it his resolution to become the new Linus, or does his sudden confidence have something to do with his scaly new friend?
From Kurtis Scaletta, author of Mudville, comes a humorous and compelling story of a boy learning about himself through unexpected friends, a fascinating place, and an extraordinary animal.
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