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Reviewed on August 1, 1994
Gr 7-Up Jay, a 17-year-old white South African, finds solace from his maddening family and his confusing world by swimming among the peaceable tropical fish in his employer's breeding tanks. Soon, however, he is reenacting the story of "Jason and the Golden Fleece" as he and a group of ragtag "heroes" explore unknown parts of their country. Driving his recently deceased grandfather's ancient van, Jay searches for a yellowwood box that the man wanted him to have; he hopes th...Log In or Sign Up to Read More