A Newbery Honor Book
All light in Chattana is created by one man a�" the Governor, who appeared after the Great Fire to bring peace and order to the city. For Pong, who was born in Namwon Prison, the magical lights represent freedom, and he dreams of the day he will be able to walk among them. But when Pong escapes from prison, he realizes that the world outside is no fairer than the one behind bars. Worst of all, Ponga�TMs prison tattoo marks him as a fugitive who can never be truly free. Nok, the prison wardena�TMs perfect daughter, is bent on tracking Pong down and restoring her familya�TMs good name. But as Nok hunts Pong through the alleys of Chattana, she uncovers secrets that make her question the truths she has always held dear.
Age Range: 8-12 | Grade Level: 3-7 | Lexile Measure: 720L