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The Rules

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The Rules by Tracy Darnton is a gripping tale of survival and secrets in the Young Adult genre. The story follows Amber, who is on the run, relying on a strict set of survival guidelines instilled by her father. As she navigates a world filled with uncertainty, Amber must decipher who she can trust while confronting the past she's trying to escape.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy gripping young adult thrillers with a survivalist twist. It's perfect for readers who love tales about self-reliance, family dynamics, and uncovering hidden truths. If you are intrigued by stories that involve intriguing plots and complex characters, this could be a captivating read for you.

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The Rules

Amber’s an expert when it comes to staying hidden – she’s been trained her whole life for it. But what happens when the person you’re hiding from taught you everything you know?

Amber's an expert when it comes to staying hidden - she's been trained her whole life for it. But what happens when the person you're hiding from taught you everything you know?

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Amber’s an expert when it comes to staying hidden – she’s been trained her whole life for it. But what happens when the person you’re hiding from taught you everything you know?

When a letter from her dad arrives, Amber knows she’s got to move – and fast. He’s managed to find her and she knows he’ll stop at nothing to draw her back into the extreme survivalist way of life he believes in.

All of a sudden the Rules she’s spent so long trying to escape are the ones keeping her safe. But for how long?

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The Rules by Tracy Darnton has been described as a thrilling and gripping read by critics. The Financial Times praises it as a nervy thriller, while Sue Wallman comments on its addictive build-up of suspense leading to a stunning finale. Mel Darbon highlights it as a thought-provoking and intelligent thriller, written in Darnton's sharp style, which lingers with the reader beyond its conclusion.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781788952149

Publisher: Little Tiger Press Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 July 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Little Tiger

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 304

About the Author

Tracy Darnton is the author of Waterstones Children’s Book Prize-shortlisted THE TRUTH ABOUT LIES. Having previously worked as a solicitor, Tracy graduated with Distinction from the Bath Spa MA Writing for Young People in 2016. She won the Stripes YA Short Story Prize, run in partnership with The Bookseller’s YA Book Prize. Tracy lives in Bath with her husband and two sons.

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