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Missing by Sue Whiting is a gripping children's mystery that follows Mackenzie, whose journalist mother vanished while pursuing a story in Panama. Struggling with the uncertainty, Mackenzie embarks on her own quest to uncover the truth about her mother's disappearance. The book combines adventure, suspense, and the complexities of dealing with ambiguous loss.
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by gripping mysteries aimed at younger readers, featuring a young protagonist working to uncover the truth behind her mother's disappearance. It's perfect for those who love suspense mixed with emotional depth, bringing both tension and hope.

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What do you hope for when there is no hope? In search of this answer, award-winning Australian author Sue Whiting delivers a confronting mystery for younger readers.

Missing invites readers into the gripping search for Mackenzie da Luca’s mother, who has mysteriously vanished without a trace in the jungles of Panama. Now, 116 days later, Mackenzie and her dad find themselves in those same jungles. Her dad is desperate to uncover what has happened to his wife. Meanwhile, Mackenzie is determined to make sure he doesn’t unravel under the pressure...

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Missing by Sue Whiting is highly praised for its engaging and gritty narrative, perfect for young readers who enjoy mysteries and emotionally charged stories. Reviewers have highlighted its suspenseful, well-constructed plot and its poignant portrayal of a girl's search for her missing mother. It's recommended as a powerful and affecting read that appeals to those seeking a non-formulaic mystery.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781760650032

Publisher: Walker Books Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 March 2018

Country: Australia

Imprint: Walker Books Australia

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 252g

Pages: 272

About the Author

Sue Whiting lives and works in a sleepy coastal village near Sydney, where she spends her days dreaming up adventures for her characters and trying to write them down. Sue has written numerous books in a variety of genres: fiction and nonfiction, picture books through to YA, including the best-selling The Firefighters, and the award-winning A Swim in the Sea. Her latest book Platypus, illustrated by Mark Jackson, is a CBCA 2016 Notable Book. A former primary school teacher with a special interest in literacy education and children’s literature, Sue is a highly experienced speaker who loves sharing her passion for story and storytelling, reading and writing with people of all ages. She also works as a freelance editor, writing coach and mentor.

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