Abiola's having a tough time. First, all the children tease him because his fingers look weird. His friend Leroy eventually came up with the idea that Abiola should rub an herbal concoction of engine oil, peanut butter, cloves, bay leaves, candle wax and other unknown ingredients on his fingers. He got it from Mazie Charles, an old lady who lived in Silver Sands down on the beach. Abiola was almost lured into his friend's plans but his brother, St. Claire, told him that old wives remedies were usually a waste of time. So what the heck does Abiola do? Don't miss the next Abiola book-"Abiola...
Abiola's having a tough time. First, all the children tease him because his fingers look weird. His friend Leroy eventually came up with the idea that...
A summer in Barbados For most this would be a luxurious vacation. But for young Jasu who lives in the U.S., it s more than that. It s a trip to visit his grandparents soak up his heritage, and get back in touch with his roots. Join this charismatic boy on a summer adventure that is as much sun and fun as it is Barbadian culture. You ll enter a dreamland of island dialect and mouthwatering Caribbean treats, of lazy beach heat and embracing family love. As you enter Jasu s world in Barbados, he ll enter your heart and show you the wonders of his beautiful summer trip. "
A summer in Barbados For most this would be a luxurious vacation. But for young Jasu who lives in the U.S., it s more than that. It s a trip to visit...
