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OverviewThe second book in the powerful, authentic young adult book series Everyone Can Be a Reader (Hard Truths), expertly designed to engage reluctant readers and provide an accessible reading experience for all. When Kenny and Nicky spot a glint of gold in the murky waters of Bacon Pond, they can't leave it alone. It means money, and money helps patch things up when you haven't got any. But sometimes it's better not to look too deep. Not when there are local gangsters involved, and tough questions about your own family's past. But Nicky can't help looking back. He knows it's a bad idea, and it could ruin everything. Can he save himself and his family, or will the secrets of the lake take them all down? Perfect for anyone seeking gritty, realistic books for teen boys, the Everyone Can Be a Reader (Hard Truths) hi-lo book series presents accessible coming-of-age tales in an easy-to-read style. Union Square & Co.'s EVERYONE CAN BE A READER books utilize dyslexia reading tools like specialized fonts and paper tones, and are carefully formatted to meet readers where they are with engaging stories that encourage reading success across a wide range of age and interest levels. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Anthony McGowanPublisher: Union Square & Co. Imprint: Union Square & Co. Edition: High Readability ed. Dimensions: Width: 12.80cm , Height: 1.00cm , Length: 19.60cm Weight: 0.181kg ISBN: 9781454954798ISBN 10: 1454954795 Pages: 136 Publication Date: 02 April 2024 Recommended Age: From 13 to 17 years Audience: Young adult , Teenage / Young adult Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Not yet available This item is yet to be released. You can pre-order this item and we will dispatch it to you upon its release. Table of ContentsReviews"""[An] engaging, concise, and accessibly written novel . . . . Equal parts horror and hilarity in a rousing aquatic escapade.""--Kirkus" Author Information"Anthony McGowan is the author of many critically acclaimed YA novels, including Hellbent, Henry Tumour, and The Knife That Killed Me. His Rook was shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal, and judges described the 2020 Carnegie Medal winner Lark as ""a standalone masterpiece."" He lives in England." Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |