All of the Ribkins have a special talent. The type of things your don't hear about all the time. Johnny has a way with maps, Franklin could climb walls, Simone appears to people as she wants to be seen, Bertrand can belch fire and young Eloise catches things. Each is trying to use their gift in the best way possible but at the same time, they are often stumbling and making mistakes. Johnny is in a situation where he owes some money fast and takes a trip "running errands" which means he is digging up old treasures. He and half brother Franklin had a nice partnership of stealing things for awhile before Franklin died and so lots of holes contain cash and jewelry. Johnny's niece Eloise has just met her uncle and is traveling with him to get to know her dad's side of the family. Her father died before she was born so there is a big gap. Always a fan of a good dysfunctional family, this group is really more functional that most. Also reminiscent of last year's favorite "Spoonbenders." Certainly a fun book to read.
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