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Description
When Lexi is in danger in a derelict house, she is rescued by Kos, a wild boy who lives in the forest. The pair become friends and Lexi uncovers the dark truth about Kos's past.
Quick Summary
This book hooks readers with its unforgettable pairing of Lexi, a girl in over her head, and Kos, a wild boy raised by the forest who has a secret past darker than anyone imagines. Kids will love the heart-pounding rescue scene, the unlikely friendship that forms between two people from completely different worlds, and the twist that reveals the truth about where Kos actually came from and what he's running from. If your teen loved the emotional intensity and hidden secrets in "A Monster Calls" or the survival thriller vibes of "Hatchet," they'll be completely absorbed by this. Perfect for teens in grades 9-12 who want a gripping story with accessible reading level (4.2 AR) that doesn't talk down to them.