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When the Storm Comes

By Polly Ho-Yen

Adjectives

thrilling thought-provoking engaging

Genres

Adventure Friendship/Family Realistic Fiction

Synopsis

Mali, Jonesey, Fara, and Petey, four classmates with little in common, are reluctantly gathered in the school library during a relentless storm. As the weather worsens, they find themselves trapped with their pregnant teacher, Ms Devine. With rising floodwaters and no way to communicate with the outside world, the group must overcome their differences and work together to survive the night and seek help. This gripping tale explores friendship, resilience, and the challenges of facing unforeseen disasters.

About the author

Polly Ho-Yen is a British author who loves writing exciting and imaginative stories for children. She is best known for her popular book 'Boy in the Tower', which has amazed many young readers. Before becoming a writer, Polly was a primary school teacher, and she enjoys inspiring children to read and dream big.

Pages

120 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2025

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