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The Island

By C.L. Taylor
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In The Island by C.L. Taylor, a group of teenagers is sent to a remote tropical island for a week-long survival challenge. What begins as an exhilarating adventure quickly turns into a tense journey as the friends are forced to confront their darkest fears and discoveries they were never prepared for. Tensions rise with secrets unraveling, and the island becomes a stage for testing friendships and facing unforeseen dangers.
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You might enjoy this gripping young adult novel if you love intense psychological thrillers that keep you guessing. The story takes place on a seemingly idyllic island setting, where secrets unravel and friendships are tested. Perfect for fans of suspenseful plots with unexpected twists and a strong emphasis on character dynamics.

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The Island

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WINNER OF THE PORTSMOUTH BOOK AWARD FOR LONGER NOVELS 2022
SHORTLISTED FOR THE CRIMEFEST AWARD FOR BEST CRIME NOVEL FOR YOUNG ADULTS 2021
WINNER OF THE WARWICKSHIRE YEAR 9 BOOK AWARDS 2021
SHORTLISTED FOR THE DUDLEY CHILDREN’S BOOK AWARD 2021

Lost meets The Hunger Games in this thrilling young adult novel from C.L. Taylor, the Sunday Times and million-copy bestselling author.

Welcome to The Island.

Where your worst fears are about to come true…

It was supposed to be the perfect holiday: a week-long trip for six teenage friends on a remote tropical island.

But when their guide dies of a stroke leaving them stranded, the trip of a lifetime turns into a nightmare.

Because someone on the island knows each of the group’s worst fears. And one by one, they’re becoming a reality.

Seven days in paradise. A deadly secret.

Who will make it off the island alive?

Readers love C. L. Taylor’s gripping YA novels:

'What a fabulous storyline. A heart-popping, fast-paced page-turner from start to finish.'

'A cracking, well-informed and interesting storyline. Simply excellent. C.L. Taylor has done it again!'

'A brilliant step into the YA world.'

'From the beginning I was hooked. Twists and turns really pull you in and you find yourself on a roller coaster ride of emotions.'

'I was gripped from start to finish!'

'The concept was brilliant; I really loved the twist turns and tension. Brilliantly written and a delight to read.'

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Reviews highlight The Island as a gripping and intensely suspenseful young adult novel. It is praised for its claustrophobic setting, engaging plot, and intriguing characters, with some reviewers noting that it kept them awake long after reading. The book is commended for its ability to keep readers hooked with its thrilling narrative and the secrets hidden by its characters.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008240592

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 21 January 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HQ Young Adult

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 240g

Pages: 320

Collections

C.L. Taylor Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction Teen Thrills Young Adult

About the Author

C.L. Taylor is a Sunday Times bestselling author. Her psychological thrillers have sold over a million copies in the UK alone, been translated into over twenty languages, and optioned for television. Her 2019 novel, Sleep, was a Richard and Judy pick. C.L. Taylor lives in Bristol with her partner and son.

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