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The boy who hit play

By Chloe Daykin

A boy abandoned at a zoo uncovers a mysterious past on a dangerous Norwegian island.

adventurous · mysterious · funny · heartfelt

Genres

Adventure Mystery Friendship/Family

What is The boy who hit play about?

Elvis Crampton Lucas has always wondered where he came from. Found as a baby on a zoo bench, he was taken home by the man who became his dad and named after three vinyl records. On his twelfth discovery day, Elvis decides it is time to uncover the truth. Joined by his dad and a friend, he travels to a remote Norwegian island, where strange characters, unexpected dangers and long-hidden secrets await. Along the way, Elvis begins to discover who he really is.

About the author

Chloe Daykin is a brilliant British author who loves writing exciting books for children. She is well known for her adventure stories like 'Fish Boy' and 'The Boy Who Hit Play'. Chloe often fills her stories with imagination and wonder, taking readers on amazing journeys to new places and helping them see the world in a different way.

Pages

321 pages

Reading age

Older Junior (10-15)

This edition

2018

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