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Published
2016
Publisher
Henry Holt and Co.
Subgenre
Contemporary
ISBN
9781627791342
Section
Middle Grade

Falling into the Dragon's Mouth

Holly Thompson

Jason, an American sixth grader living in Japan, faces daily bullying as an outsider and tries to find calm and courage.

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Themes

BullyingBelongingCultural heritageFamily

Mood

Feels emotional, hopeful.

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