Unexpected Twist: An Oliver Twisted Tale

In this novel, Shona and her father move to a new house, and she starts a new school where the rules are confusing. She keeps getting into trouble without realizing it, just like Oliver Twist. After receiving a mobile phone, Shona suspects something fishy about the new boys she meets. She also discovers that some gifts are not free. This novel is a great way for kids to access Dickens' classic Oliver Twist, written by Michael Rosen, a well-loved children's author.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 05 January 2023
Publisher: Scholastic

Shona and her father are relocating to a new house, and she is enrolled in a new school where the rules are quite perplexing. She frequently finds herself in trouble without even realizing it, much like Oliver Twist, the boy she is studying in English class.

Unexpectedly, Shona receives a mobile phone, and she starts to suspect that something fishy is going on with the new boys she has met. Where did the phone come from? Furthermore, she soon discovers that some gifts are not exactly free.

Shona is caught in a web of mystery and intrigue, and she must use her wits to unravel the truth before it is too late. She is aided in her quest by her English teacher, who encourages her to read and analyze the text carefully.

As Shona delves deeper into the story, she discovers that there are many parallels between her own life and the life of Oliver Twist. Both of them are orphans, and both of them are searching for a sense of belonging and a place to call home.

Through her reading of Oliver Twist, Shona learns valuable lessons about friendship, loyalty, and the importance of standing up for what is right. She also gains a deeper appreciation for the classic literature that has inspired her.

In the end, Shona is able to solve the mystery and uncover the truth about the mobile phone and the gifts. She learns that sometimes the things that seem too good to be true are not always what they appear to be.

This book is a great way for kids to access the classic Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens. It is written in a fun and engaging style that will appeal to children of all ages. The illustrations by Tony Ross are beautiful and add to the overall enjoyment of the story.

Overall, this is a must-read book for anyone who loves classic literature and wants to introduce it to their children in a fun and engaging way.

Weight: 224g
Dimension: 128 x 197 x 32 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780702326592