The Stolen

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What is The Stolen about?

Eleven-year-old Carly is intrigued by Meredith, the mysterious new girl at school. Meredith seems confident and talented, while Carly feels ordinary and lonely. But Meredith’s home life is far stranger than it appears. Her elderly grandmother tells Carly a disturbing story about a young girl trapped in an old woman’s body. Soon Carly realises that Meredith is not who she claims to be. With a life stolen and a dangerous secret to uncover, Carly must decide whether she can help her new friend.

About the author

Alex Shearer is a British author who has written many exciting and imaginative books for children, including 'The Great Blue Yonder' and 'Bootleg'. His stories are filled with adventure, humour, and surprises, making them favourites in many schools and libraries. Alex loves to inspire young readers to explore new worlds through his wonderful stories.