A great adventure where a young boy finds out things aren't always as they seem. When he gets lost he thinks his family doesn't even miss him until a new friend helps him find the truth. I myself grew up in a house with two older brothers and a live in cousin who chose me as the object of their entertainment on most occasions so Gus's dilemma with his siblings was very familiar. The story is written in an entertaining way and pulls you into its clutches. You really feel the pain, the joy and the loss of the characters. I'll admit at one point close to the end I even felt a tear building. Overall a great read that kids should enjoy. ( )