Discover the enchanting adventure in 'The Island That Didn't Exist,' a captivating tale suitable for young readers and middle-grade book lovers. This brand-new 2022 release from Oxford University Press follows twelve-year-old Rixon as he embarks on an extraordinary journey. When Rixon's great-uncle bequeaths him a mysterious island, the only clues to its location lie in an ancient map that requires a magnifying glass to decipher. The captivating storyline raises the question: Does this island truly exist, and does it rightfully belong to Rixon? As he navigates through this thrilling mystery, Rixon encounters a group of four children who possess unique values and wisdom, hidden away from society. The adventure intensifies when Rixon finds himself in life-threatening dilemmas, including battling a multimillionaire tech giant determined to claim the island for himself. Can Rixon safeguard the secrets of this magical island? This gripping narrative is perfect for fostering young imaginations and imparting lasting lessons about integrity, friendship, and the environment. Ideal for classroom reading or bedtime stories, this book promises to engage readers with its action-packed plot and unforgettable characters. With FREE shipping from our Auckland warehouse and no unexpected import charges, this book is an excellent addition to your collection. ISBN: 9780192775092, 272 pages, 2022 edition.

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780192775092
Year: 2022
Publisher: Oxford University Press UK
Pages: 272


Description:
When twelve-year-old Rixon's great-uncle leaves him an island in his will, Rixon can't quite believe it. Things get even more confusing when the mysterious island can only be located on a very ancient map, and only then by using a big magnifying glass. Does the island actually exist? And if so, does it really belong to him? There's only one thing for it. Rixon is going to have to go there and find it for himself.And what he finds when he gets there might
just hold the key to the future of the planet: four children hidden away from society with an altogether different set of values. But soon Rixon is fighting for his own life, left in a cave with a
rising tide, floating out to sea on a leaky inflatable and fending off the attacks of a multimillionaire tech giant and his super yacht. Can Rixon keep the island's secrets? And will he even want to. . .?