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Flora & Ulysses: The Illuminated Adventures
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Flora & Ulysses: The Illuminated Adventures

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Flora & Ulysses: The Illuminated Adventures is a children's novel by Kate DiCamillo that won the Newbery Medal in 2014. The story follows the adventures of a cynical young comic-book enthusiast and a squirrel who gains human-like abilities. The term "illuminated" in the title refers to the addition of pictures or illustrations, a common feature in children's books that enhances understanding and decoration. DiCamillo's work often explores themes of loss but ultimately finds redemption and joy for her protagonists.12

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