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Facing a massive earthquake that isolates them, cousins Owen, Vivian, and Amy embark on a perilous journey through the wilderness to find their way back to safety. As they navigate treacherous terrain and confront fierce wildlife, they also grapple with personal challenges: Vivian's anxiety about middle school, Owen's emotional scars from a past accident, and Amy's longing for a more adventurous life. Through courage and humor, the cousins confront their fears and rely on each other, making this gripping adventure both thrilling and deeply relatable.

Set in the thrilling backdrop of the silent film era, a twelve-year-old star, Darleen Darling, faces unexpected challenges when a publicity stunt spirals out of control. As she navigates the dangers of both her cinematic world and real-life villains, Darleen must summon her courage and resourcefulness to overcome the obstacles in her path. This adventure promises excitement and showcases the resilience of a young heroine in a captivating historical context.

Set against the backdrop of impending World War II, the story follows eleven-year-old Gusta as she moves from New York City to a small town in Maine. There, she confronts the prejudices of small-town life while uncovering a significant family secret that challenges her understanding of her identity and heritage.

Noah Keller má celkom normálny život, až kým ho jedného dňa rodičia nevyzdvihnú pred školou a neodvezú rovno na letisko. Povedia mu, že v skutočnosti sa nevolá Noah a nemal v marci jedenásť rokov. Nemôže sa ich spýtať ani prečo, lebo klásť otázky je proti novozavedeným pravidlám. (Pravidlo číslo dva: nerozprávaj o vážnych veciach vnútri, lebo Pravidlo číslo jeden: vždy počúvajú.) Ako Noah – teraz „Jonah Brown“ a jeho rodičia letia za železnú oponu do východného Berlína, pravidiel a tajomstiev pribúda. V mysli mu hmýria nezodpovedané otázky: Kto presne počúva a prečo? Kedy sa jeho mama naučila plynulo rozprávať toľkými cudzími jazykmi? A čo sa naozaj stalo rodičom jeho jedinej kamarátky Cloud-Claudie, osamelého dievčatka, ktoré býva o poschodie pod nimi?

Set in the enchanting village of Lourka, the story follows almost-twelve-year-old Linny as she defies an ancient law prohibiting girls from touching the town's musical instrument before their twelfth birthday. Drawn by the alluring sound of the lourka's strings, Linny takes a bold step and crafts her own instrument, setting off a series of magical events that challenge the traditions of her village.

The Cabinet of Earths, Anne Nesbet’s debut novel for tweens, blends fantasy, science, and horror into an irresistible story in the vein of the classic His Dark Materials series. Twelve-year-old Maya is miserable when she has to move from California to Paris. Not speaking French at a school full of snobby French girls is bad enough, but Maya believes there is something sinister going on in her new city. A purple-eyed man follows Maya and her younger brother, James. Statues seem to have Maya’s face. And an eerie cabinet filled with mysterious colored bottles calls to her. When James becomes the target of dark forces, Maya decides she must answer the call of the Cabinet of Earths, despite the danger.