The Middler

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Eleven-year-old Maggie feels overlooked as a 'middler' in her family, with her eldest brother Jed hailed as a hero and her younger brother Trig adored by all. Living in the secluded town of Fennis Wick, protected from the outside world by a boundary, Maggie's life changes when she befriends Una, a wanderer girl. This forbidden friendship challenges everything Maggie has been taught, leading her to question the truths of her world.

About the author

Kirsty Applebaum is a British author who loves writing exciting stories for children. She is best known for her adventure book 'The Middler', which many children have enjoyed reading. Kirsty enjoys exploring new ideas and creating characters who go on amazing journeys. She hopes her stories inspire young readers to use their imaginations.