Books like Silent to the bone by E. L. Konigsburg
When Branwell, a clever and passionate 13-year-old boy, is wrongfully accused of severely injuring his half-sister, he loses his power of speech. His only friend, Connor, is able to help him uncover the truth. This adventure and thriller tells the story of a friendship that shines through the pain of betrayal, leading to a powerful lesson about trust and the importance of speaking up when others are wronged.
First publish date: 2000
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: E. L. Konigsburg
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