Trash by Andy Mulligan book review

Raphael, Gardo and Rat are all trashboys who live in the city dump. Each day they go through the heaps of trash in the dump looking for treasures. Usually they find nothing of significance; mostly it is all rubbish. But one day Raphael finds something special and mysterious. It's so special that the police come to the dump looking for this item, willing to pay the dumpsite boys a reward for anyone who finds it. Raphael, Gardo and Rat decide this item is too special to turn over to the police which brings terrifying circumstances to all boys. Yet, they persevere and solve this mystery, righting a wrong that once happened. This book is loosely based on Mulligan's experience visiting a dumpsite while teaching in Manila. Recommended for young adult readers ages 13-18, especially those who enjoy mystery and action books.