Beware of this Boot Camp… it’s not all it’s cracked up to be. Eleven-year-old Ami raced home from school to the orphanage. Today couldn’t possibly get any better. But then it did. A mysterious stranger from a charity awaits Ami’s arrival in the matron’s office and invites her to Boot Camp to compete for a place on a mission team. The mission… to provide emergency relief to a storm ravaged ski-town. But, when she faces a mean bully who threatens her chances, Ami realizes winning won't be easy. To win a spot on the mission team and help the struggling town, she must confront her fears head-on. Yet, just as success seems within reach, Ami stumbles upon a sinister secret hidden within the charity's walls that shakes her to the core. Now she’s faced with a tough decision. Ami must choose: quit for safety or embark on a dangerous undercover mission. The ski-town and its residents desperately need her help, and she must choose wisely as people's well-being hangs in the balance. Prepare for an action-packed middle-grade novel that will keep your 8 to 11-year-old reader captivated, eagerly turning the pages late into the night. Tricked serves as the prequel to Molly's Spy Mission delving into Ami’s backstory and revealing the intriguing circumstances that led her to assume a role as a villain. If you enjoyed The Giver by Lois Lowry, you’ll love Ami’s daring adventure in Tricked. Don’t miss out – Click the BUY NOW button at the top before the price changes! "A riveting book with a refreshing and original story for teens/children! With clear and persuasive writing, you will be hooked from start to finish." -Manisha H, Goodreads "TRICKED is an engaging prequel to the Molly Greenwood Adventures. Allen delivered a meaningful lesson to young readers through the protagonist, Ami, who taught us to persevere in times of challenge. An excellent book with a Christian theme." -Adrian, Goodreads "This narrative, a prelude to "Molly's Spy Mission," provides insight into Ami's past and sheds light on the peculiar circumstances that cast her in the role of antagonist in a book aimed at young readers (ages 8 to 10). This book is the perfect length for young readers, coming in at little over 100 pages." -Amazon Customer "My kid loved it! This book, and all the others are great segways into teaching my kids some important life topics to think about and discuss. Also a great parallel into bible stories as well!" -Daniel, Amazon Customer "Great story! I loved how the back-story for this new character splices nicely with "Molly's Spy Mission." Ami faces a series of challenges along the way, but never takes a backward step. And the twist at the end made me want to read more!" -Google Play Customer "Such fun adventure and mysteries that keep you guessing! My 8 yr old and I loved this book! I can't wait for the next!" -Tina Berry, Amazon Customer "My goal is to help your child fall in love with reading." — Carmen Allen, award-winning and best-selling author of the Molly Greenwood Adventures. A chance to serve. A test of courage. A mission that isn't what it seems. When eleven-year-old Ami is chosen to attend Boot Camp, she believes it's her chance to make a difference. The mission sounds noble—bring relief to a storm-ravaged ski-town. But behind the drills and challenges, something feels wrong. As secrets unravel, Ami must decide whether to stay safe or risk everything to uncover the truth. Every story has a backstory. Before Ami became a member of the King's family, she was a lonely orphan who longed to help others. But when she was tricked into serving the wrong cause, her choices nearly destroyed her future. Tricked reminds young readers that behind every mistake or unkind action is a story worth understanding. With themes of compassion, courage, and redemption, this adventure invites children aged 8-10 to look deeper—because learning someone's story may change how you see them forever. If you mix a dash of allegory with action-packed plots and heart-warming characters, you'll land right in the middle of a Carmen Allen story. Her middle-grade stories are fast-paced and subtly allegorical—designed to build character and point young people gently toward God. Carmen's award-winning Molly Greenwood Adventures series has found its way into the hands (and hearts) of thousands of young readers, earning praise from both families and reviewers. When she's not plotting Molly's next quest, you'll find her dancing to loud music in the lounge room, probably with flour on her face and a new recipe in the oven. Discover why so many parents and grandparents are turning to the Molly Greenwood Adventures—a series of clean, page-turning stories kids can't put down.