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Lukas Castillo

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in Pittsburgh , The United States

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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CHLCH3V1

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Young Adult, Sports, Psychology

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Welcome to my corner of Goodreads! I'm Lukas Castillo, the author of "Grappling Klay," a young adult novel that explores the themes of loss and redemption.

As a native of the steel city of Pittsburgh, I've drawn inspiration from my roots to craft a compelling narrative that coincides with the journey of a young kid from that part of the country.

When I'm not immersed in the world of storytelling, I'm an avid reader with an insatiable appetite for literature, ranging from the whimsical escapades of "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy" to the thought-provoking dystopia of "The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes," and even diving into the raw and real world of autobiographies like "Titan" and "Snowball."

Beyond my passion for writing and reading, I ...more

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In the quiet of the night, I heard a child's voice singing from the closet. But when I opened it, the singing stopped, and tiny footsteps echoed away …more
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If you could travel to any fictional book world, where would you go and what would you do there?

Lukas Castillo What a thought-provoking question! My destination of choice would be Ancient Greece, but not for the ordinary reasons you might expect. I'd embark on …moreWhat a thought-provoking question! My destination of choice would be Ancient Greece, but not for the ordinary reasons you might expect. I'd embark on an epic journey alongside Odysseus, witnessing his incredible adventures across the mystical and unpredictable seas chronicled by Homer.

Imagine being present on Cyclops' Island, where Odysseus and his men face the formidable Cyclops Polyphemus. I'd relish the opportunity to witness Odysseus' clever plan to blind the Cyclops and navigate their escape, even though it sets off a chain of hardships.

Then there's the mesmerizing Land of the Lotus Eaters, a place where inhabitants lose their desire to return home by consuming a mysterious flower. The challenge here would be witnessing Odysseus' struggle to retrieve his crew and steer them back on course.

And Circe's Island! Picture being there as Odysseus encounters the sorceress Circe, who transforms his crew into swine. Witnessing his resistance to her magic and his efforts to convince her to restore his men would be truly fascinating.

To journey alongside Odysseus, venturing into these unforgettable encounters with mythical creatures, gods, and unforeseen challenges, holds an allure that captivates the imagination.

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Average rating: 4.46 · 78 ratings · 46 reviews · 14 distinct works • Similar authors

	The Kid's Camelot: King Arthur's Story (The Kid's Legends Series) 4.11 avg rating — 18 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Kid's Odyssey (The Kid's Legends Series) really liked it 4.00 avg rating — 12 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Kid's Atlantis : The Story of Arlen (The Kid's Legends Series) 4.70 avg rating — 10 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Grappling Klay: A Young Adult Novel of Wrestling, Loss, and Redemption 4.50 avg rating — 10 ratings — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Kid's Viking: Leif Eriksson's Story (The Kid's Legends Series) 4.71 avg rating — 7 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Kid's Gilgamesh (The Kid's Legends Series) it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 6 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Kid's Cleopatra (The Kid's Legends Series) it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 6 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	A Witch's Good Deed, For A Little Boy's Greed by Lukas Castillo (Goodreads Author), Julia Po (Illustrator) 4.83 avg rating — 6 ratings — published 2021 — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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	The Kid's Ninja: Hanzo Hattori's Story (The Kid's Legends Series) 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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