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Kidnapped

By Robert Louis Stevenson and Margaret McAllister

Adjectives

thrilling adventurous historical suspenseful

Genres

Adventure Historical Fiction Classics

Synopsis

Seventeen-year-old David Balfour embarks on a journey to claim his inheritance from his uncle, Ebenezer. However, his uncle's treachery leads to David's kidnapping and a perilous voyage at sea. After a shipwreck, David teams up with the rebellious Alan Breck Stewart. Together, they navigate the dangers of the Scottish Highlands, evade capture, and confront political turmoil, all in a quest for justice and freedom.

About the author

Robert Louis Stevenson was a Scottish writer who loved telling exciting stories and going on adventures. He wrote famous books like 'Treasure Island' and 'The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde.' His stories are full of pirates, mysteries, and brave heroes, inspiring children and adults to use their imaginations.

Pages

96 pages

Reading age

Older Junior (10-15)

Published

2001

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