Most Popular Books by Sophie McKenzie

The arrival of a secret sibling tears a family apart. But is she who she claims to be? Wealthy business tycoon Nathaniel Carson dies, leaving behind a vast fortune to his family. The Carsons host a dinner to celebrate what would have been his 79th birthday – only to have an unexpected guest arrive. Mia claims to be Nathaniel’s youngest child, the product of an affair. Unassuming, likeable and seemingly desperate to connect with the family she did not know existed until a few weeks ago, Cassie Carson welcomes her with open arms. But not everyone is quite so accepting of the new addition. When a series of concerning coincidences emerge and a family member is killed in suspicious circumstances, even Cassie begins to doubt her new sister. The more Cassie unearths, the more terrified she becomes. Who really is Mia? And what lengths will she go to in order to get her hands on the family fortune? A tense psychological thriller full of twists and turns. Perfect for fans of Gillian McAllister and Lisa Jewell.

THE THIEF Fourteen years ago, four babies were implanted with the Medusa gene - a gene for psychic abilities. Now teenagers, Nico, Ketty, Ed and Dylan have been brought together by government agents to create a secret crime-fighting force - The Medusa Project. On their way to a distant boot camp, the four teens are attacked and forced to carry out a high-risk diamond theft… WALKING THE WALLS Felix is not scared to be different - but his fellow pupils find him confusing. Felix doesn''t care, but everyone around him seems to have something to say about how he''s living his life... Why can''t they just let him be Felix?

THE THIEF Fourteen years ago, four babies were implanted with the Medusa gene - a gene for psychic abilities. Now teenagers, Nico, Ketty, Ed and Dylan have been brought together by government agents to create a secret crime-fighting force - The Medusa Project. On their way to a distant boot camp, the four teens are attacked and forced to carry out a high-risk diamond theft… WALKING THE WALLS Felix is not scared to be different - but his fellow pupils find him confusing. Felix doesn''t care, but everyone around him seems to have something to say about how he''s living his life... Why can''t they just let him be Felix?

This pack contains 1 copy of: Peg Doll Gran, In Real Life, Nathan and the Polar Bear, We Want Change!, Team Rescue, The Bravest Roman of All, The Calico Cat Cafe, The Wondrous Women of WWII.Prompt thoughtful discussions and develop higher-level comprehension skills with Reflect - emotionally powerful books with realistic settings.

Nat and Charlie are about to discover that life can change in the blink of an eye - whether you''re ready or not! This is PART ONE of THREE of the heart-stopping thriller, Split Secondby bestselling and award-winning author, Sophie McKenzie. It is not the whole book. PART TWO will be released on 17thJuly and PART THREE on 24thJuly. However, if you can''t wait, THE WHOLE EBOOK IS ALSO AVAILABLE NOW!! Once you''ve read all three parts don''t miss Sophie''s fantastic sequel, Every Second Counts, out in ebook and paperback on 31st July 2014. "A terrifying, fast-paced thriller that you won''t be able to put down." Teen Now, four-star review "Wow. Sophie McKenzie knows how to get her readers right on the edge of their seats. Split Secondis a rollercoaster of a read, full of twists and turns and betrayals … And the story will continue in Every Second Counts. I''ll be watching this space for book two. With bated breath!" The Book Bag

What if everything you thought you knew about your life was a lie? "Chica desaparecida" is the bestselling mystery young adult novel in Spanish by writer Sophie McKenzie, having sold over 1,000,000 copies. Lauren is adopted and eager to learn more about her mysterious past. But when she discovers that she might have been kidnapped from her family as a baby, suddenly her life seems like a lie. Could her adoptive parents be responsible for her abduction? Fleeing her family to uncover the truth, Lauren''s journey leads her closer and closer to danger, realizing that someone wants to prevent her from discovering what really happened when she was a baby. "Chica desaparecida" is the first book released by the queen of young adult thrillers, Sophie McKenzie, and is a must-read for readers yet to discover this modern classic. "You won''t be able to stop reading." -- The Independent "It will keep you gripped for hours." -- Sunday Express "Please read this book: it''s brilliant!" -- The Guardian "Brilliantly described, terrifying, and emotional." -- The Daily Mirror

The third title in this murder-mystery school series set at Mayfield Academy from Sophie McKenzie, the bestselling author of million-copy-seller, Girl Missing. Georgia, Wren and Billy are excited about the start of a new school term this autumn at Mayfield Academy, especially as it brings with it a video diary project for them all. But when, off-camera, the friends start filming in the woods, it seems that they could have inadverently filmed a potential murder. And as one murder turns into two and the murders start stacking up, could it be that someone might be out to silence them too? * Sophie McKenzie UK Nielsen Bookscan chart Sales 1,062,567, 7th July 2025 Praise for Girl, Missing: ''Page-turning'' The Independent ''Will have you gripped for hours'' Sunday Express ''Please read this book: it is brilliant!; The Guardian ''Whenever I hear the phrase YA thriller I only ever think of one name - and that''s Sophie Mckenzie. Why? Because noboody does it better'' Phil Earle, award-winning author ''Sophie''s thrillers are brilliant... you can''t stop reading'' Robert Muchamore, bestselling author ''Brilliantly described, scary and touching'' The Daily Mirror 10 YEARS OF AWARDS FOR Girl, Missing Manchester Children''s Book Awards Bolton Children''s Book Award Soilhill Book Award Winner of the Sakura Medal Red House Children''s Book Award Richard and Judy Best Kids'' Book Lewisham Children''s Book Award