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The Faraway Truth

The Faraway Truth

Published in
2020
4.29
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Description

Note: this is the UK edition of From the Desk of Zoe Washington   From debut author Janae Marks comes a warm, wise and captivating mystery full of heart, as one girl searches for the truth in the face of great opposition. Zoe Washington never met her father, who was sent to prison right before she was born. When she receives a letter from him on her twelfth birthday, it's a huge surprise. Zoe's mom always told her that Marcus was a liar, a monster, but he sounds ... nice. Zoe starts to investigate the crime - and the deeper she digs, the more she doubt the conviction. Is her father innocent? Or is he a liar? Zoe is determined to find out.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
304 pages
Book in series
#1

Why to read

  • Engaging plot
  • Relatable characters
  • Educational content
  • Intriguing blend of mystery and adventure