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The Mystery of Me
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This book may appeal to you if you're drawn to tales of personal discovery and self-exploration, set within a contemporary and relatable setting for young readers. It offers a heartfelt journey of uncovering one's identity, perfect for those who love character-driven narratives with emotional depth and a dash of mystery.
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Karen McCombie explores identity, friendship and fresh starts in this touching tale perfectly pitched for struggling teen readers.
Ketty doesn’t remember anything about the accident, or much from before. The doctors say her memories will come back, but in the meantime school is a frightening and confusing place. Otis seems to be her only friend – he’s kind and caring, funny too. And he may hold the key to remembering the old Ketty … But will Ketty recognise or even like the girl she used to be?
Particularly suitable for readers aged 11+ with a reading age of 7.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781800901643
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 06 October 2022
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Barrington Stoke Ltd
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Cathy Brett
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 7.0mm
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 120g
Pages: 72
About the Author
Karen McCombie is the bestselling author of over 90 books for children and teenagers including the Carnegie Medal-nominated 'Little Bird Flies', 'How to be a Human', and series 'St Grizzle's School for Girls' and 'Indie Kidd'. Karen is also the author of the bestselling and much-loved series 'Ally's World'. Originally from Scotland, she now lives in London with her family who all give her inspiration for her books, whether they like it or not.
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