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who are having a rather extraordinary day themselves

But beyond the walls of Pocatel lie other alebrijes like Leandro who seek for a better world -- as well as mutant monsters

that began the family's journey out of the Bible Belt but never far from the hate and fear resting at the nation’s core

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Behind You Is the Sea: A Novel Kwame Alexander Autostraddle's Best Queer Books ofBehind You Is the Sea fearlessly confronts stereotypes about Palestinian culture, weaving a remarkable portrait of life's intricate moments, from joyous weddings to heart wrenching funerals, from shattered hearts to hidden truthsI wept and grew alongside this family. This is a story that challenges perceptions, offering a heartfelt glimpse into the interior lives of those who call this community home. A must read novel with unforgettable characters