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What if everything you thought you knew about your life was a lie? Girl, Missing is the blockbuster title from Sophie McKenzie.Lauren is adopted and eager to know more about her mysterious past. But when she discovers she may have been snatched from her family as a baby, her whole life suddenly feels like a sham. Could her adoptive parents really have been responsible for kidnapping her?Running away from her family to seek out the truth, Lauren's journey takes her deeper and deeper into danger as she realises that someone wants to stop her uncovering what really happened when she was a baby.Girl, Missing is the book that launched the queen of teen thrillers, Sophie McKenzie, and is a must-have for readers that are yet to discover this modern classic.Boy, Missing, the page-turning World Book Day 2022 book set in the Missing world is out now!** Sophie McKenzie UK Nielsen Bookscan chart Sales 1,062,567, 7th July 2025Other books by Sophie McKenzie:Sister, MissingMissing MeBoy, MissingHide and SecretsTruth or DarePraise for Girl, Missing:'Page-turning' The Independent'Will have you gripped for hours' Sunday Express'Please read this book: it is brilliant!' The Guardian'Whenever I hear the phrase YA thriller I only ever think of one name - and that's Sophie McKenzie. Why? Because noboody does it better' Phil Earle, award-winning author'Sophie's thrillers are brilliant... you can't stop reading' Robert Muchamore, bestselling author'Brilliantly described, scary and touching' The Daily Mirror

When her school trip to the aquarium takes a perilous turn, Bernice must channel all of her knowledge to survive in this gripping drama from the queen of teen thrillers, Sophie McKenzie. A dream school trip to a sea-life sanctuary turns into a nightmare for Bernice when she finds herself in a race against the tide.When her friends’ reckless behaviour plunges them all into the freezing waters of Shark Bay, Bernice has to confront her fears and summon all her knowledge of marine life to find a way to safety.But in shark-infested waters, can she act quickly enough to save the day? Particularly suitable for readers aged 11+ with a reading age of 7.

When her school trip takes a perilous turn, Bernice must channel all of her knowledge to survive in this gripping drama from the queen of teen thrillers, Sophie McKenzie. A dream school trip to a sea-life sanctuary turns into a nightmare for Bernice when she finds herself in a race against the tide.When her friends’ reckless behaviour plunges them all into the freezing waters of Shark Bay, Bernice has to confront her fears and summon all her knowledge of marine life to find a way to safety.But in shark-infested waters, can she act quickly enough to save the day? Particularly suitable for readers aged 11+ with a reading age of 7.

The fifth thrilling chapter in this action-packed series about psychic teenagers, from the bestselling author of Girl, Missing. Nico, Ketty, Ed and Dylan are four psychic teens who have been brought together by government agents to create a secret crime-fighting force: The Medusa Project. When the team arrive in Sydney for another exciting mission, they come face-to-face with two more Medusa teens: Cal, a boy who can fly, and Amy, a girl who can shapeshift.  As new alliances are formed and old secrets are uncovered, one question remains for our four heroes: who is double-crossing whom?Also by Sophie McKenzie:THE MEDUSA PROJECTThe Set-UpThe HostageThe RescueHuntedHit Squad  Teen NovelsGirl, MissingSister, MissingMissing MeBlood TiesBlood RansomSplit SecondEvery Second Counts

The FINAL nail-biting installment of The Medusa Project, from bestselling author of Girl, Missing, Sophie McKenzie! Meet Nico, Ketty, Ed and Dylan – four psychic teens who form the government-led crime-fighting force, The Medusa Project. But not for much longer . . . The team is due to be disbanded and the teenagers sent off to separate locations. But the Medusa teens are determined to investigate claims that a dangerous drug conveying the same powers as the Medusa gene has been developed. Joined by new friends Cal and Amy, the four set off on their final and most dangerous mission yet – by the end of which, nothing will be the same . . .Also by Sophie McKenzie: THE MEDUSA PROJECTThe Set-UpThe HostageThe RescueHuntedDouble-CrossTeen NovelsGirl, MissingSister, MissingMissing MeBlood TiesBlood RansomSplit SecondEvery Second Counts

This is life, not a rehearsal...When River auditions for a part in an inter-school performance of Romeo and Juliet, she finds herself smitten by Flynn, the boy playing Romeo. River believes in romantic love, and she can''t wait to experience it. But Flynn comes from a damaged family - is he even capable of giving River what she wants? The path of true love never did run smooth...

The sequel to Falling Fast. Four months have passed and River and Flynn''s romance is still going strong. River thinks Flynn has his anger under control, but when she discovers he has been getting into fights and is facing a terrible accusation at school, she starts to question both Flynn''s honesty - and the intensity of their passion. Things come to a head at a family get together when River sees Flynn fly into one unprovoked rage too many. The consequences for both of them are devastating and threaten to tear them apart forever.

Flynn is making every effort to stay in control of his hot temper, while River feels more content than she''s ever been. Together the two of them make big plans for the future, but powerful secrets lurk in the shadows, ready to threaten their happiness.

''Romantic and heart-wrenching'' The climax of River and Flynn''s story. After months apart, everyone thinks that River is successfully building a future without Flynn. She has even almost convinced herself that she is moving on. And then, one day, Flynn is back, bringing with him tales of his glamorous new life. Will River let herself be drawn back into Flynn''s world? Or is this, finally, the end of the line for them both?

When Theo discovers the father he thought died when he was a baby is still alive, he''s determined to find him. The clues lead him to lonely Rachel, who has problems of her own, including parents who compare her unfavourably to her long-dead sister. But when Rachel and Theo are attacked by men from RAGE - the Righteous Army against Genetic Engineering - they are rescued by strangers and taken to meet a mysterious figure who leads them to make startling discoveries about their identities, which will affect their past, present, and future in dramatic and life-altering ways...

The gripping sequel to the bestselling, award-winning teen thriller Girl, Missing, by million-copy selling author Sophie McKenzie.It's two years after the events of Girl, Missing and life is not getting any easier for sixteen-year-old Lauren – exam pressure and a recent family heartbreak have taken their toll.Hoping some time together away from everything will help, Lauren’s birth mother takes her and her two sisters on holiday, only for tragedy to strike again when one of Lauren’s sisters disappears, under circumstances very similar to those in which Lauren was taken years before. . . perhaps too similar to be a coincidence.Can Lauren save her sister and stop the nightmare from happening all over again?Other books by Sophie McKenzie:Girl, MissingMissing MeBoy, MissingHide and SecretsTruth or DarePraise for Girl, Missing:'Page-turning' The Independent'Will have you gripped for hours' Sunday Express'Please read this book: it is brilliant!' The Guardian'Whenever I hear the phrase YA thriller I only ever think of one name - and that's Sophie McKenzie. Why? Because noboody does it better' Phil Earle, award-winning author'Sophie's thrillers are brilliant... you can't stop reading' Robert Muchamore, bestselling author'Brilliantly described, scary and touching' The Daily Mirror

Luke spots Eve at his dad''s funeral. She''s hot - and she''s the perfect distraction from his messed up family life. There''s only one problem - she''s got a boyfriend. Still, Luke''s not going to give up that easily... When he meets Ryan at a party and hears about ''the Six Steps method'' to guarantee success with any girl, Luke determines to put it to the test. Step by step, he begins to get closer to Eve - but one step forward seems to mean two steps back, and when he''s hospitalised by the jealous boyfriend, he wonders if any girl - even one as gorgeous as Eve - is really worth it...

Luke and Eve are heading off on their first holiday together. But they''re staying with Eve''s dad in his Spanish hotel and things aren''t going to go to plan... Eve''s dad treats his daughter like a little girl - and if Luke was hoping for a some summer action with Eve, her father soon puts a stop to it. Eve showcases her singing with the hotel band in the evenings, which means she''s spending a lot of time with the handsome male drummer. Luke''s jealous, but a revenge snog with the gorgeous Catalina doesn''t seem to help his relationship with Eve much, and Cat''s boyfriend is none too pleased either. Suddenly, it''s turning into a holiday from hell...

Eve has been sent away to school in Spain to keep her out of Luke''s arms. Lonely without her, Luke turns to someone else...But then Eve turns up, wanting to take their relationship to the next stage. She wants Luke to be her ''first''. She thought she was Luke''s one and only - he just wishes she was...

The must-have third book in the bestselling, award-winning Missing series. From the million-copy selling, queen of teen thrillers Sophie McKenzie.Six years have passed since the end of Sister, Missing and Madison is now a teenager. During a visit to older sister Lauren, she learns that their biological father was an anonymous sperm donor and sets out to track him down. Her search bears fruit sooner than expected, but is the father she discovers all he seems?As Madison gets drawn into a mysterious investigation involving missing girls and secret hideaways, she finds herself embroiled in more and more danger. . . Other books by Sophie McKenzie:Girl, MissingSister, MissingBoy, MissingHide and SecretsTruth or DarePraise for Girl, Missing:'Page-turning' The Independent'Will have you gripped for hours' Sunday Express'Please read this book: it is brilliant!' The Guardian'Whenever I hear the phrase YA thriller I only ever think of one name - and that's Sophie McKenzie. Why? Because noboody does it better' Phil Earle, award-winning author'Sophie's thrillers are brilliant... you can't stop reading' Robert Muchamore, bestselling author'Brilliantly described, scary and touching' The Daily Mirror

This pack contains 8 books, one of each of the following titles: Peg Doll Gran, In Real Life, Nathan and the Polar Bear, We Want Change!, Team Rescue, The Bravest Roman of All, The Calico Cat Cafe, The Wondrous Women of WWII.Reflect is a series of emotionally powerful fiction and non-fiction with realistic settings, carefully crafted to promote thoughtful discussions and develop higher-level reading comprehension. Written by top authors and developed with Literacy expert Nikki Gamble, these are books you can trust to engage, entertain and support children's personal development and wellbeing. The books are finely levelled, making it easy to match every child to books with the right depth and complexity, and helping them to progress. Each book contains inside cover notes to help children deepen their understanding and support their reading comprehension. Teaching notes on Oxford Owl offer cross-curricular links to Relationships Education and support literacy skills.

This pack contains 48 books, six of each of the following titles: Peg Doll Gran, In Real Life, Nathan and the Polar Bear, We Want Change!, Team Rescue, The Bravest Roman of All, The Calico Cat Cafe, The Wondrous Women of WWII.Reflect is a series of emotionally powerful fiction and non-fiction with realistic settings, carefully crafted to promote thoughtful discussions and develop higher-level reading comprehension. Written by top authors and developed with Literacy expert Nikki Gamble, these are books you can trust to engage, entertain and support children's personal development and wellbeing. The books are finely levelled, making it easy to match every child to books with the right depth and complexity, and helping them to progress. Each book contains inside cover notes to help children deepen their understanding and support their reading comprehension. Teaching notes on Oxford Owl offer cross-curricular links to Relationships Education and support literacy skills.

Frank has been looking forward to a day at the beach with Dad for so long. As soon as he arrives and sees his annoying cousin Lara and her friend Kai at the beach too, he knows the day has been ruined. But, will Frank be able to put aside his disappointment and be a team player when it counts?Reflect is a series of emotionally powerful fiction and non-fiction with realistic settings, carefully crafted to promote thoughtful discussions and develop higher-level reading comprehension. Written by top authors and developed with Literacy expert Nikki Gamble, these are books you can trust to engage, entertain and support children's personal development and wellbeing. The books are finely levelled, making it easy to match every child to books with the right depth and complexity, and helping them to progress. Each book contains inside cover notes to help children deepen their understanding and support their reading comprehension. Teaching notes on Oxford Owl offer cross-curricular links to Relationships Education and support literacy skills.

An adrenaline-fuelled race against time for World Book Day, from the Queen of teen thrillers and author of Girl, Missing, million-copy selling Sophie McKenzie.   Cousins Ellen and Harlan have been forced to go on a family camping trip – the worst timing ever, because they’re in a huge fight.  So Ellen is happy when Harlan storms off into the woods, but her peace and quiet quickly turns to panic when he doesn’t come back.  Facing heart-stopping danger on the clifftops, will Ellen be able to find Harlan before it’s too late?

Two sisters, two very different lives: the next edge-of-your-seat thriller by Sophie McKenzie, author of the bestselling, Girl Missing.Asha has spent her life on an island community built on the principle of truth. But she discovers she has been lied to about something huge – a secret sister called Willow.Willow has always believed her twin sister died years ago. So when she receives a message in the middle of the night from a girl claiming to be Asha, she doesn’t know what to think.Can they piece together the truth about their pasts and find their way back to each other?

Two sisters, two very different lives: the next edge-of-your-seat thriller by Sophie McKenzie, the bestselling author of Girl Missing. Asha has spent her life on an island community built on the principle of truth. But she discovers she has been lied to about something huge – a secret sister called Willow. Willow has always believed her twin sister died years ago. So when she receives a message in the middle of the night from a girl claiming to be Asha, she doesn’t know what to think. Can they piece together the truth about their pasts and find their way back to each other?

Secrets and Lies are everywhere you look! And the storm is coming! The new teen thriller from Sophie McKenzie, the bestselling author of Girl Missing Hollie has spent her whole life on the quiet south coast. She's faced some tough challenges, but then who hasn't? When she and her best friend, Parker, start a research project on the local sea-wall defences, the last thing she expects is to uncover a trail of lies that lead her – and those she loves most – into terrible danger. Soon Hollie finds herself at the centre of a growing storm, where she must fight to save everything: her friends, her family and her life . . .   Praise for Girl, Missing:'Page-turning' The Independent'Will have you gripped for hours' Sunday Express'Please read this book: it is brilliant!; The Guardian'Whenever I hear the phrase YA thriller I only ever think of one name - and that's Sophie Mckenzie. Why? Because noboody does it better' Phil Earle, award-winning author'Sophie's thrillers are brilliant... you can't stop reading' Robert Muchamore, bestselling author'Brilliantly described, scary and touching' The Daily Mirror10 YEARS OF AWARDS FOR Girl, MissingManchester Children's Book AwardsBolton Children's Book AwardSoilhill Book AwardWinner of the Sakura MedalRed House Children's Book AwardRichard and Judy Best Kids' BookLewisham Children's Book Award

Secrets and Lies are everywhere you look! And the storm is coming! The new teen thriller from Sophie McKenzie, the bestselling author of Girl Missing Hollie has spent her whole life on the quiet south coast. She's faced some tough challenges, but then who hasn't? When she and her best friend, Parker, start a research project on the local sea-wall defences, the last thing she expects is to uncover a trail of lies that lead her – and those she loves most – into terrible danger. Soon Hollie finds herself at the centre of a growing storm, where she must fight to save everything: her friends, her family and her life . . .   Praise for Girl, Missing: 'Page-turning' The Independent 'Will have you gripped for hours' Sunday Express 'Please read this book: it is brilliant!; The Guardian 'Whenever I hear the phrase YA thriller I only ever think of one name - and that's Sophie Mckenzie. Why? Because noboody does it better' Phil Earle, award-winning author 'Sophie's thrillers are brilliant... you can't stop reading' Robert Muchamore, bestselling author 'Brilliantly described, scary and touching' The Daily Mirror10 YEARS OF AWARDS FOR Girl, Missing Manchester Children's Book Awards Bolton Children's Book Award Soilhill Book Award Winner of the Sakura Medal Red House Children's Book Award Richard and Judy Best Kids' Book Lewisham Children's Book Award

The second book in a brand new murder-mystery school series set at Mayfield Academy from Sophie McKenzie, the bestselling author of million-copy-seller, Girl Missing. The water tower stands in darkness . . . I’ve seen its secrets now. I know the truth.With summer camp ahead this August for Georgia, Wren and Billy, the students of Mayfield Academy are looking forward to kayaking on the lake, trails through the woods and evenings round the fire.But when someone at camp suffers a fatal accident, Georgia is convinced that there’s more to what happened than meets the eye. As she and her friends investigate, they find themselves drawn to the spooky water tower next to camp – the scene of an unsolved mystery from years ago. Could there be a connection between this past event and the present-day murder? And is life at summer camp about to turn even more deadly?* Sophie McKenzie UK Nielsen Bookscan chart Sales 1,062,567, 7th July 2025Praise for Girl, Missing:'Page-turning' The Independent'Will have you gripped for hours' Sunday Express'Please read this book: it is brilliant!; The Guardian'Whenever I hear the phrase YA thriller I only ever think of one name - and that's Sophie Mckenzie. Why? Because noboody does it better' Phil Earle, award-winning author'Sophie's thrillers are brilliant... you can't stop reading' Robert Muchamore, bestselling author'Brilliantly described, scary and touching' The Daily Mirror10 YEARS OF AWARDS FOR Girl, MissingManchester Children's Book AwardsBolton Children's Book AwardSoilhill Book AwardWinner of the Sakura MedalRed House Children's Book AwardRichard and Judy Best Kids' BookLewisham Children's Book Award

The third title in this murder-mystery school series set at Mayfield Academy from Sophie McKenzie, the bestselling author of million-copy-seller, Girl Missing. Georgia, Wren and Billy are excited about the start of a new school term this autumn at Mayfield Academy, especially as it brings with it a video diary project for them all. But when, off-camera, the friends start filming in the woods, it seems that they could have inadverently filmed a potential murder.And as one murder turns into two and the murders start stacking up, could it be that someone might be out to silence them too?* Sophie McKenzie UK Nielsen Bookscan chart Sales 1,062,567, 7th July 2025Praise for Girl, Missing:'Page-turning' The Independent'Will have you gripped for hours' Sunday Express'Please read this book: it is brilliant!; The Guardian'Whenever I hear the phrase YA thriller I only ever think of one name - and that's Sophie Mckenzie. Why? Because noboody does it better' Phil Earle, award-winning author'Sophie's thrillers are brilliant... you can't stop reading' Robert Muchamore, bestselling author'Brilliantly described, scary and touching' The Daily Mirror10 YEARS OF AWARDS FOR Girl, MissingManchester Children's Book AwardsBolton Children's Book AwardSoilhill Book AwardWinner of the Sakura MedalRed House Children's Book AwardRichard and Judy Best Kids' BookLewisham Children's Book Award

The second book in a brand new murder-mystery school series set at Mayfield Academy from Sophie McKenzie, the bestselling author of million-copy-seller,Girl Missing.The water tower stands in darkness . . . I've seen its secrets now. I know the truth.With summer camp ahead this August for Georgia, Wren and Billy, the students of Mayfield Academy are looking forward to kayaking on the lake, trails through the woods and evenings round the fire.But when someone at camp suffers a fatal accident, Georgia is convinced that there's more to what happened than meets the eye. As she and her friends investigate, they find themselves drawn to the spooky water tower next to camp the scene of an unsolved mystery from years ago.Could there be a connection between this past event and the present-day murder? And is life at summer campabout to turn even more deadly?* Sophie McKenzie UK Nielsen Bookscan chart Sales 1,062,567, 7th July 2025Praise for Girl, Missing:'Page-turning' The Independent'Will have you gripped for hours' Sunday Express'Please read this book: it is brilliant!; The Guardian'Whenever I hear the phrase YA thriller I only ever think of one name - and that's Sophie Mckenzie. Why? Because noboody does it better' Phil Earle, award-winning author'Sophie's thrillers are brilliant... you can't stop reading' Robert Muchamore, bestselling author'Brilliantly described, scary and touching' The Daily Mirror10 YEARS OF AWARDS FORGirl, MissingManchester Children's Book AwardsBolton Children's Book AwardSoilhill Book AwardWinner of the Sakura MedalRed House Children's Book AwardRichard and Judy Best Kids' BookLewisham Children's Book Award

The first book in a new murder-mystery school series set at Mayfield Academy from Sophie McKenzie, the bestselling author of million-copy-seller, Girl Missing. It’s a week into the summer term, the last day of April, and murder is the last thing on my mind . . .Life at Mayfield Academy seems normal enough – that is until Georgia discovers the drama teacher, dead, in the school library. Then, when she goes back to look for him, having gone for help, his body has vanished.Georgia knows what she saw, but only her best friend Billy believes her.Determined to find out what has gone on, Georgia and Billy hunt for evidence with new girl, Wren. But with friendship dynamics also at play there’s a lot more at stake than dead bodies. And it’s not long before it becomes clear that someone is prepared to go to any lengths to stop their investigation . . .Praise for Girl, Missing:'Page-turning' The Independent'Will have you gripped for hours' Sunday Express'Please read this book: it is brilliant!; The Guardian'Whenever I hear the phrase YA thriller I only ever think of one name - and that's Sophie Mckenzie. Why? Because noboody does it better' Phil Earle, award-winning author'Sophie's thrillers are brilliant... you can't stop reading' Robert Muchamore, bestselling author'Brilliantly described, scary and touching' The Daily Mirror10 YEARS OF AWARDS FOR Girl, MissingManchester Children's Book AwardsBolton Children's Book AwardSoilhill Book AwardWinner of the Sakura MedalRed House Children's Book AwardRichard and Judy Best Kids' BookLewisham Children's Book Award

The first book in a new murder-mystery school series set at Mayfield Academy from Sophie McKenzie, the bestselling author of million-copy-seller,Girl Missing.It's a week into the summer term, the last day of April, and murder is the last thing on my mind . . .Life at Mayfield Academy seems normal enough that is until Georgia discovers the drama teacher, dead, in the school library. Then, when she goes back to look for him, having gone for help, his body has vanished.Georgia knows what she saw, but only her best friend Billy believes her.Determined to find out what has gone on, Georgia and Billy hunt for evidence with new girl, Wren. But with friendship dynamics also at play there's a lot more at stake than dead bodies. And it's not long before it becomes clear that someone is prepared to go to any lengths to stop their investigation . . .Praise for Girl, Missing:'Page-turning' The Independent'Will have you gripped for hours' Sunday Express'Please read this book: it is brilliant!; The Guardian'Whenever I hear the phrase YA thriller I only ever think of one name - and that's Sophie Mckenzie. Why? Because noboody does it better' Phil Earle, award-winning author'Sophie's thrillers are brilliant... you can't stop reading' Robert Muchamore, bestselling author'Brilliantly described, scary and touching' The Daily Mirror10 YEARS OF AWARDS FORGirl, MissingManchester Children's Book AwardsBolton Children's Book AwardSoilhill Book AwardWinner of the Sakura MedalRed House Children's Book AwardRichard and Judy Best Kids' BookLewisham Children's Book Award