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Plot
Bob, an engineer for The Mid-World Railway Company, and a sentient locomotive named Charlie, make regular trips between St. Louis and Topeka. When Mr. Martin, the President of The Mid-World Railway Company, orders a new diesel locomotive to replace Charlie, the sentient locomotive is abandoned in a rail yard. Years later, when the diesel locomotive fails to start for Mr. Martin, who needs it to get to his daughter's piano recital in Topeka, Engineer Bob suggests using Charlie instead. The decision proves successful, and Mr. Martin later gets Charlie and Engineer Bob a gig pulling children in railroad cars around an amusement park.
Background
The book was first revealed at San Diego Comic-Con, where a limited edition of 150 copies were given to attendees. Actress Allison Davies participated in a book signing at the event, portraying the fictional author Beryl Evans.
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