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By 2035, economic disparity has amplified and kidnapping has become a booming industry. The children of privilege, protected within gated communities by armed guards, experience a routine that suddenly shatters when their own security fails. Charity Meyers—just twelve—wakes to find herself strapped to a stationary ambulance, alone and overwhelmed with calm despite the crisis. While she and other children are accustomed to simulated kidnapping drills, Charity quickly realizes this captivation is far beyond any training. The kidnappers’ motives become increasingly sinister and their identities reveal a darker truth. As hours pass, Charity’s survival hinges on uncovering the unexpected motives and identities of those who sought to kidnap her.
First publish date: October 9, 2007
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Edward Bloor
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