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Sharon Darrow
A bleak but lyrical story about siblings navigating unstable care, homelessness and self-invention. Its poems bring attention to the dreams and difficulties of young people without secure homes.
Richard Spilsbury
This is an explanatory introduction to avalanches, combining physical science with real-world examples and practical safety information. Its photographs, fact boxes and timelines offer several ways into the subject, while the glossary and further-information section support readers meeting unfamiliar terms.
Rodman Philbrick
A fast-moving survival adventure places Sam and Delphy in immediate danger from wildfire while their developing friendship becomes central to their effort to reach safety.
Louis Sachar
This combines a fast-moving school-and-woods thriller with questions about ecological responsibility and engineered life. Its suspense is paired with empathy for children, adults and even people who behave harmfully.
Daniel Defoe
Expect a survival adventure driven by resourcefulness, solitude and danger. Its interest also lies in Crusoe’s changing relationship with fear and faith, alongside troubling material involving captivity, slavery and colonial power.
Brandon Mull
This is a fantasy adventure centred on secrets, magical creatures, competing factions and a dangerous mission. Its interest lies in uncovering artefacts and navigating uncertain alliances, especially around the sanctuary and Vanessa’s possible help.
Frieda Clark Hyman
A faith-centred historical adventure about rebuilding Jerusalem, political danger and a young person discovering where he belongs. Expect biblical themes, journeys, opposition and an emphasis on courage, loyalty and service.
Jenny Downham, Louis Hill
A parent-preview choice for a teenager ready to discuss unequal relationships, grief and financial pressure.
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