Abduction!
Written by Peg Kehret
Publisher: Dutton, 2004
ISBN: 0525472940
Price: $16.99
Every parents worst nightmare is that their child could be abducted. Peg Kehret weaves suspense and modern day vocabulary into this story that fortunately has a happy ending. Young Matt is kidnapped by his father (who he does not know) which is not so far from reality in today's world. The search ensues and all means are employed to find the missing child. This book is for older readers but could cause some to feel uneasy given the nature of the plot.
Reviews:
School Library Journal: "Diana Pierce writes, "This novel has enough suspense to keep children interested, and it will also appeal to reluctant readers."
Pierce, Diana. "Abduction!." School Library Journal 50, no. 12 (2004) http://ezproxy.twu.edu:2052/login.aspx?direct=true&db=a9h&AN=15396939&site=ehost-live.
Booklist: Kathleen Odean writes, "The fact that the characters are largely one dimensional, especially the villainous Denny, mutes the emotional angst readers might have felt, leaving them free to enjoy the plot-driven thriller with a happy ending."
Odean, Kathleen. "Abduction!." Booklist 101, no. 5 (2004) http://ezproxy.twu.edu:2052/login.aspx?direct=true&db=a9h&AN=15089308&site=ehost-live.
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