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When twelve-year-old Rixon's great-uncle leaves him a mysterious island in his will, he sets off to see it for himself. And what Rixon finds there might hold the key to the future of the planet: four children brought up with a different set of values. But can Rixon save the island when he is beset by dangers and soon fighting for his own life?

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'The debut children's book from BBC journalist Wilson.' * The Bookseller *
'A riveting and thought-provoking read, The Island That Didn't Exist is, without a doubt, a summer must read! Perfectly paced and full of captivating cliff-hangers, action packed scenes, and wonderfully resilient characters, Joe Wilson expertly strips back the classic adventure story and brings to the forefront a timely narrative on the current climate crisis.' * Bluebird reviews *

The Island That Didnt Exist

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      Publisher: Oxford University Press
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 06/08/2020
      ISBN13: 9780192775092, 978-0192775092
      ISBN10: 019277509X

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      When twelve-year-old Rixon's great-uncle leaves him a mysterious island in his will, he sets off to see it for himself. And what Rixon finds there might hold the key to the future of the planet: four children brought up with a different set of values. But can Rixon save the island when he is beset by dangers and soon fighting for his own life?

      Trade Review
      'The debut children's book from BBC journalist Wilson.' * The Bookseller *
      'A riveting and thought-provoking read, The Island That Didn't Exist is, without a doubt, a summer must read! Perfectly paced and full of captivating cliff-hangers, action packed scenes, and wonderfully resilient characters, Joe Wilson expertly strips back the classic adventure story and brings to the forefront a timely narrative on the current climate crisis.' * Bluebird reviews *

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