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If adventure ignites your soul, \u003cem\u003eOff the Map\u003c\/em\u003e is another young adult favourite that will transport you into a thrilling world of exploration and growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor those venturing into children’s literature, delve into the delightful storylines of \u003cem\u003eStuff Happens: Fadi\u003c\/em\u003e, where young readers experience the life of Fadi, and \u003cem\u003eSparrow\u003c\/em\u003e, another inspiring tale of resilience and courage, ideal for children's imaginations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHighlighting his versatility, Gardner presents \u003cem\u003eThe Dead I Know\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe Way We Roll\u003c\/em\u003e, both young adult novels that delve into deeper themes of life, mortality, and friendship, offering thought-provoking reading experiences. Each book brings Gardner’s unique flair for storytelling to the forefront, making them essential reads for young and inquisitive minds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eImmerse yourself in Scot Gardner’s collection and discover narratives that resonate with readers of all ages, promising a literary adventure with every turn of the page.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-dead-i-know-by-scot-gardner-9781742373843","title":"The Dead I Know","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou wake in the middle of the night, your arms and feet pinned by strong hands. As you thrash your way to consciousness, a calm voice says, '\u003cem\u003eSteady. We're here to help.\u003c\/em\u003e'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYour mind registers a paramedic, a policeman, an ambulance. You are lying on the lookout at Keeper's Point, the lookout Amanda Creen supposedly threw herself off. 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