LoveReading4Kids Says
LoveReading4Kids Says
Interest Age Teen Reading Age 7
Written and printed with the needs of reluctant, struggling, and dyslexic teen readers in mind, Karen McCombie’s The Mystery of Me tells a moving tale of friendship and fresh starts through a teenage girl’s journey to rediscover her identity.
When Ketty wakes from being in a coma, she has no memory of the car accident that almost killed her, and only wispy memories of who she was before the crash. From the way her former best friends seem like strangers, to not remembering the layout of her school, Ketty’s disorientation is powerfully evoked. Amidst this maelstrom of uncertainty, Ketty is supported by Otis. Through his kindness and empathy Ketty finds confidence, but also finds out startling truths about the person she was in the past - truths that might just change the person she’ll become in the future.
With positive messages of empathy, understanding and fresh starts, and an unexpected twist, this will have readers gripped from start to finish.
Joanne Owen
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The Mystery of Me Synopsis
Karen McCombie explores identity, friendship and fresh starts in this touching tale perfectly pitched for struggling teen readers.
Ketty doesn't remember anything about the accident, or much from before. The doctors say her memories will come back, but in the meantime school is a frightening and confusing place. Otis seems to be her only friend - he's kind and caring, funny too. And he may hold the key to remembering the old Ketty ... But will Ketty recognise or even like the girl she used to be?
Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic teen readers.
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9781800901643 |
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6th October 2022 |
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Karen Mccombie |
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Cathy Brett |
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Barrington Stoke Ltd |
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Paperback |
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104 pages |
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Karen Mccombie Press Reviews
“One of children’s fiction’s most accomplished authors” – Waterstones
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About Karen Mccombie
Karen McCombie is the bestselling author of over 90 books for children and teenagers including the Carnegie Medal-nominated Little Bird Flies, How to be a Human, and series St Grizzle's School for Girls and Indie Kidd. Karen is also the author of the bestselling and much-loved series Ally's World.
Originally from Scotland, she now lives in London with her family who all give her inspiration for her books, whether they like it or not. Read more about the author here.
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The Teen RA 7 range contains very short novels by big-name authors, written to appeal to 11-18 year olds. Featuring age-appropriate, engaging content, the series is ideal for the seriously struggling Secondary pupil. An easy-read font, generous spacing, cream paper and black and white illustrations ensure a smooth read for all.
Barrington Stoke is the foremost publisher of dyslexia friendly books and those for reluctant readers. Here at LoveReading4kids we are constantly selecting new titles and refreshing our special dyslexia friendly category.
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