Don't Tell Anyone [Paperback]

Peg Kehret (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 10 and up | Grade Level: 5 and up

Twelve-year-old Megan does not realize that feeding a group of feral cats living in a field near her house will involve her as a witness to a traffic accident and in the dangerous plan of an unstable criminal.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 4-6-A great story with intriguing plot twists and plenty of action. Twelve-year-old Megan is a likable, determined heroine. She discovers and then cares for a group of feral cats living in a field near her house, so she is horrified to learn that the area is soon to be cleared for construction. When her efforts to save the animals inadvertently interfere with a construction worker's criminal scheme, her life is threatened. After a kidnapping and a balloon ride, Megan and the cats are saved. The subplot, involving a teenage girl and a hit-and-run accident, adds complications to the story and keeps readers guessing. Each part of the tale ties neatly together in this exciting book that children won't want to put down.
Julie Ventura, Fresno County Library System, CA
Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

From Booklist

Twelve-year-old Megan, who makes daily visits to feed feral cats in a vacant field, learns that an apartment complex will soon be built on the site. Anxious to save the cats, she finds herself (against her better judgment) talking to a stranger who promises to call the authorities and delay construction. Meanwhile, Megan witnesses a hit-and-run accident at the field, and receives a threatening note in a bag labeled "cat food." There are subplots galore in this quick read--forgery, arson, and even kidnapping--but they all hang together, and thanks to Kehret's even tone, the scary aspects won't frighten younger readers. Megan is an appealing, idealistic character, and a strong sense of justice is part of the happy, satisfying ending. An enticing story for reluctant readers, as well as for Kehret's legion of fans. Debbie Carton
Copyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 10 and up
  
• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Puffin; Reprint edition (December 31, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0142300314
• ISBN-13: 978-0142300312
• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.1 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.3 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #202,210 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

I've published 45 books; all but two are for children. I wrote magazine articles, short stories, and plays for many years before I discovered that what I like best is to write books for kids.
When I was twelve, I was paralyzed with polio. I made almost a full recovery but I remember that time of my life so clearly that it's easy for me to write from the viewpoint of a twelve or thirteen-year-old.
I'm always thrilled when one of my books wins a state young reader award, because I know those awards are voted on by children.
I am a widow who was married for 48 years. I have two grown children and four grandchildren. I live on a small wildlife sanctuary near Mt. Rainier National Park and I often have deer and elk in my yard.

Customer Reviews

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5.0 out of 5 stars don't tell anyone, January 6, 2006

A Kid's Review

This review is from: Don't Tell Anyone (Paperback)

I really liked this book.If you haven't read this book I think you should.If you have don't you think it's a good book?It's about a gil named Megan.She is trying to save some kittens.Her mom tells her not to go back into the field ever again,but she does it anyway.How does she save them now?I don't like the part when the man takes her in the hot airballon and doesn't bring her back.I enjoyed the part when shr saves the cats.

4.0 out of 5 stars The Escape, January 28, 2004

A Kid's Review

This review is from: Don't Tell Anyone (Paperback)

The Escape
A girl named Megan is trying to save some kittins from a field that is to be leavled. Megan is kidnapped by this guy named Shane Turner. Megan escapes,and she is reunited with her family.
Shane Turner puts Megan in a hot air ballonand takes her to a field,were a blue pick-up truck is waiting. (Megan crawled through bushes until she reached a big enough tree to hide behind.) Megan goes back steals the truck and calls the police from Shanes' cell phone, and the police found her driving along the road.

5.0 out of 5 stars Don't tell Anyone-Peg Kehret, April 26, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Don't Tell Anyone (Paperback)

This was a good adventure book. I think it's great for kids of all ages.

Megan is 12 years old. She finds feral cats in a field, one pregnant. One day she witnesses a fatal car crash. The other story that connects is of a man named Shane, a criminal who wants to escape. When Megan interfers with his plan he goes at lengths to get her out of the way.

This is a great book that will keep you reading to the end.