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Published November 10, 2014 at 10:44 a.m.
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“A great friendship was like a great work of art, he thought. It took time and attention, and a spark of something that was impossible to describe. It was a happy, lucky accident, finding some kindred part of yourself in a total stranger.”Things get more complicated when the adults think James is responsible for the remarkable etching. James’ mom is thrilled to uncover her son’s newfound talent. James is happy to finally get her attention but worried she will discover that he is an imposter and can’t really draw a lick.
Their story continues, as James and Marvin must learn to rely on each other to solve the mystery of an art theft and forgery at the Met. The tale of their friendship will have you eagerly turning pages (and, possibly, shrieking with shock and delight, like my kids did) as the odd pair creates one masterpiece of a story.
Contributor Patrick Henry lives in Burlington with his wife, Paula, and their two children. He's helped his kids write and illustrate books as Christmas gifts to their mom ever since they were preschoolers.
This article was originally published in Seven Days' monthly parenting magazine, Kids VT.
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