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Holes

Louis Sachar

4.3(199)~4 h 30 min book1988

Explore themes of fate and friendship in 'Holes' by Louis Sachar as Stanley uncovers his family's hidden treasure at Camp Green Lake.

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    Join Amina in 'The Forgotten Girl' as she uncovers hidden stories of the past, exploring themes of memory and friendship in a captivating tale.

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    The Hunger Games

    Suzanne Collins

    4.1(558)~6 h 10 min book2008

    Join Katniss Everdeen in a gripping tale of survival and rebellion in Panem's brutal Hunger Games. Action, romance, and social critique await!

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    The hate you give

    Angie Thomas

    4.3(134)~9 h 20 min book2017

    Explore Angie Thomas's 'The Hate U Give,' a gripping tale of race, identity, and social justice that resonates with today's youth.

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    The famous five

    Enid Blyton

    4.2(24)~2 h 30 min book1942

    Join Julian, Dick, Anne, George, and Timmy in Enid Blyton's classic series of friendship and adventure. Discover timeless escapades today!

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    the necklace

    guy de maupassant

    ~20 min book1992

    Discover Guy de Maupassant's 'The Necklace,' a poignant story of dreams, loss, and the harsh realities of life in 19th-century Paris.

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    Internment

    Samira Ahmed

    ~6 h 40 min book2019

    Explore 'Internment' by Samira Ahmed, a gripping dystopian novel about identity, oppression, and the fight for civil liberties in a xenophobic society.

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    Slam

    Nick Hornby

    ~4 h 30 min book2007

    Explore the challenges of adolescence and unexpected fatherhood in Nick Hornby's 'Slam,' a gripping tale of a skateboarder's life in London.

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    FLOSS AND THE BANDITS

    Arabella McIntyre-Brown

    ~3 h book

    Join Floss on a daring quest to rescue her friends from mischievous bandits in this enchanting tale of friendship and courage.

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    THE FAMOUS FIVE - Five Fall Into Adventure

    Enid Blyton

    ~3 h 30 min book2015

    Join Julian, Dick, Anne, George, and Timmy in their thrilling adventure filled with mystery, friendship, and brave discoveries.

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    Jackie Robinson

    Blake Hoena

    ~1 h 20 min book2025

    Discover the life of Jackie Robinson, a baseball legend and civil rights pioneer, in this insightful biography by Blake Hoena.

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    The trail of tricks

    steve korte

    2017

    Join young friends on a thrilling adventure in 'The Trail of Tricks' by Steve Korte, filled with mystery, humor, and valuable life lessons.

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    What beauty there is

    Cory Anderson

    ~6 h book2021

    Discover Cory Anderson's moving YA novel about Jack's journey through despair, family struggles, and the quest for a brighter future.

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    Around the World in Eighty Days

    Jules Verne

    4.0(89)~4 h book1872

    Join Phileas Fogg on a thrilling adventure around the globe in Jules Verne's timeless classic, exploring travel, time, and adventure.

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    Heartless

    Marissa Meyers

    4.0(35)~9 h book2000

    Discover the captivating tale of Cath, a young woman torn between love and ambition in Marissa Meyer's 'Heartless.' A must-read for Wonderland fans!

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    The Sun And The Star

    Rick Riordan & Mark Oshiro

    4.3(20)~6 h 40 min book2023

    Join Nico and Will on a thrilling Underworld adventure in 'The Sun and the Star'! Explore love, friendship, and self-discovery in this new Riordan tale.

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    Restart

    Gordon Korman

    3.8(18)~4 h 10 min book2017

    Explore 'Restart' by Gordon Korman, a gripping tale of amnesia, identity, and personal growth as Chase Ambrose redefines his life.

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    if you could see the sun

    ann liang

    4.0(13)~6 h book2022

    Explore Alice Sun's journey of self-acceptance in Ann Liang's captivating YA novel about identity, belonging, and the magic of invisibility.

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    a great and terrible beauty

    Libba Bray

    3.6(13)~8 h book2005

    Join Gemma Doyle at Spence Academy as she discovers her powers, navigates friendship, and confronts dark forces in this gripping Victorian tale.

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    The running Dream

    wendelin van draanen

    ~4 h 30 min book2011

    Discover Wendelin Van Draanen's inspiring tale of Jess Carlisle, a track star overcoming adversity with hope and friendship after a life-changing accident.

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    meet molly

    valerie tripp

    ~1 h book1943

    Join Molly McIntire in Valerie Tripp's 'Meet Molly' as she navigates life during WWII, revealing the era's challenges and triumphs.

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