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Hostage
Hostage
Author: Willo Davis Roberts
FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. When eleven-year-old Kaci interrupts burglars in the process of robbing her house, she and her nosy elderly neighbor Mrs. Banducci are kidnapped and held hostage by the desperate and ruthless criminals.
ISBN-13: 9781435278592
ISBN-10: 1435278593
Publication Date: 5/16/2008
Pages: 140
Edition: Reprint
Reading Level: Ages 9-12
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Book Type: Library Binding
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Grade 4-7-Kaci's family's new house has everything-bathrooms and bedrooms for everyone, room for her brother's grand piano-and a sense of security lacking in her old community. Shortly after the move, Kaci goes home in the middle of the school day to get her allergy medication and stumbles upon a burglary in progress. The robbers kidnap her, and when a nosy neighbor suspects that something is wrong and tries to help, they take her as well. At first, Kaci discounts Mrs. Banducci's ability to help them escape, but quickly discovers that the elderly woman not only has some good suggestions, but also helps the girl keep up her courage. By the time they are rescued, the two have become friends and Kaci has discovered the value of faith and resourcefulness. Roberts blends an exciting, well-crafted plot with strong characters. Her emphasis on friendship, trust, and respect between older adults and teenagers provides a welcome change from much young adult literature. Without being preachy, she also introduces the idea of a sustaining faith in God. Fast paced and entertaining.
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Really good mystery/adventure/crime/murder/kidnapp!