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Late 1960s Alaska is the evocative setting of this story narrated by four teenagers from varied cultural backgrounds. Each has some connection with Dove Lexie, a mixed-raced youth who mysteriously disappears after being imprisoned. Leisurely paced, this multilayered, sophisticated novel would be a good choice for young readers transitioning to more mature books.