ISBN-13: 9781839136511

RRP: £7.99

Published: 29th January 2026

Length: 208 Pages

Words: 30000 Words

Escape from the Child Snatchers

From Sufiya Ahmed, winner of the Best Children's Crime Novel for Children, comes a fast-paced historical fiction adventure following two Indian boys on a rescue mission in Victorian London.

1865, India. Humza and his friend Ranjj set off on a daring quest to find Humza’s missing brother, Dani, in London.

After a terrifying journey, they are welcomed by a seemingly kind Englishman who leads them to an inn. There, Daisy, the innkeeper’s daughter, warns them – they’ve been captured by the notorious child snatcher!

Can Humza and Ranj escape his clutches and find Dani?

'Moving, action-packed and unforgettable' Hiba Noor Khan

Cover illustration by Elisa Paganelli

Reviews

"Moving, action-packed and unforgettable"
Hiba Noor Khan

"An exciting adventure story full of facts about living in the UK in the 1860s"
School Reading List

"A fast-paced, empathetic adventure combining history, family, power and the strength of using our voices"
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