Bøker av Kereen Getten

When Life Gives You Mangoes is a captivating book written by Kereen Getten. Published in 2020 by Pushkin Children's Books, the story is a unique blend of mystery and adventure that will keep you hooked from the first page to the last. The book is a testament to Getten's storytelling prowess, effortlessly weaving a tale that is as engaging as it is thought-provoking. The genre of the book is a harmonious blend of mystery and adventure, making it a perfect read for those who enjoy a good puzzle. When Life Gives You Mangoes is a book that will take you on a journey, one where the destination is as surprising as the journey itself. Published by Pushkin Children's Books, this book is a testament to their commitment to bringing out engaging and thought-provoking literature for children. So, if you're looking for a book that will keep you on the edge of your seat, When Life Gives You Mangoes is the one for you.

This should be the best holiday ever. Fayson is turning 12 and the DI Island Crew are throwing her a party, even Tia is being nice! But this summer Fayson has a secret, one that she can't even tell her closest friends... When one of the crew go missing, the summer takes a turn for the worse. It's up to the rest of the gang to find their lost friend - before Fayson's secrets break up the crew for good.

The second book in Kereen Getten's action-packed mystery series for younger readers!Fayson has been dreaming of going back to the island ever since she left. But no sooner is she reunited with Di Island Crew than a mysterious case comes their way - a haunted wardrobe that keeps making a spine-chilling sound! And to make matters worse, the crew have all received a letter threatening to reveal their deepest secrets. With the clock ticking, Fayson must rally her friends and take charge of the detective agency to solve the eerie mystery. But with tensions rising and friendship squabbles getting in the way, can they work together to crack the case and keep their secrets safe?__________READERS ARE LOVING Di ISLAND CREW:'So much fun''I really enjoyed this mystery story and read it from start to finish in one sitting''A fun adventure with just the right amount of fear and peril... I'll definitely be keeping an eye out for the rest of the series''Great characters, brilliantly paced and a big fat recommendation from my daughter'

Book Band: Dark Red (Ideal for ages 10+)A magical adventure story about moving to a new home and finding your inner strength by Kereen Getten, author of When Life Gives You Mangoes. Ada and her parents have moved from the city to a small town for her mum's new job. But when they arrive, it's obvious to Ada that something is not quite right. On her newspaper round, she discovers the Banished, magical people who have been exiled from the town by the sinister mayor.The Banished are trapped behind an invisible shield which means they can't enter the town or see their loved ones. But somehow, Ada can see the shield as a wall of fog and, not only that, she can enter the world of the Banished.This page-turning story is accompanied by black-and-white illustrations by Simone Douglas.The Bloomsbury Readers series is packed with book-banded stories to get children reading independently in Key Stage 2 by award-winning authors like double Carnegie Medal winner Geraldine McCaughrean and Waterstones Prize winner Patrice Lawrence. With engaging illustrations and online guided reading notes written by the Centre for Literacy in Primary Education (CLPE), this series is ideal for home and school. For more information visit www.bloomsburyreaders.com.'Any list that brings together such a quality line up of authors is going to be welcomed . Bloomsbury Readers are aimed squarely at children in Key Stage 2 and designed to support them as they start reading independently and while they continue to gain confidence and understanding.' Books for Keeps

In this heart-stopping adventure based on real historical events, Kereen Getten takes readers on a journey of sisterhood, struggle and survival from Jamaica to Britain.