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The Switch

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The Switch by Roland Smith is an engaging children's book featuring a young protagonist who suddenly finds himself in a world filled with unexpected challenges. As he navigates this new reality, he learns about resilience and the importance of friendship while uncovering intriguing mysteries. The story offers excitement and valuable life lessons wrapped in a captivating narrative.
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Format: Hardback
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This adventurous children's book may appeal to you if you enjoy tales that involve unexpected twists and intriguing characters. Young readers who are drawn to themes of mystery and suspense, coupled with a touch of humour, will find this story engaging and entertaining.

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On the morning of Henry Ludd's thirteenth birthday, the power goes out. No phones, no news, and planes are literally falling out of the sky. Henry's father was away from the family farm and he has not returned. It's worrisome as people descend into lawlessness.

Four months later, the electricity still hasn't come back. While Henry's family is protected in their walled compound with wind turbines fueling their electricity, the rest of their area has suffered. Henry's father still hasn’t been found. Determined to find him, Henry ventures out with a trading crew to the zoo where his dad was last seen.

After the truck is hijacked and Henry is left behind, he's forced to travel alone through the unruly world of The Switch. But his journey home will lead him to cross paths with the people who took his dad and have been trying to take over his family's land and resources ever since.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780545803502

Publisher: Scholastic US

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 November 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Scholastic US

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 34.0mm

Width: 149.0mm

Height: 219.0mm

Weight: 390g

Pages: 304

About the Author

Roland Smith first worked with animals at the Oregon Zoo, and he has been involved in animal rescues and conservation work around the world for more than 20 years. He is the author of numerous books for young readers, including Jack's Run, Zach's Lie, Peak, the Cryptid Hunters series, and the Storm Runners series. He is also the coauthor of numerous picture books with his wife, Marie. Roland lives with Marie on a farm south of Portland, Oregon. You can find him online at rolandsmith.com.

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