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Andy feels invisible in a family that has recently changed. To make his voice heard, he plans an imagined kidnapping, hoping the ransom will fund a journey to England where he can finally see his father. The story blends humor and suspense as Andy navigates the aftermath of his scheme, learning about responsibility, family, and the value of trust along the way.
First publish date: 1991
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Eve Bunting
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