The Boy Who Fooled the World

Discover 'The Boy Who Fooled the World,' a captivating mystery novel that explores the themes of honesty, ambition, and the perils of deception. Written by the bestselling author of 'The Goldfish Boy,' this enthralling tale follows Cole, a boy caught in a whirlwind of lies and fame. As his fabricated story about a prized painting spirals into an unexpected international sensation, Cole's journey reveals the fine line between truth and fiction. With the art world buzzing about this so-called boy genius, Cole faces an impending downfall when the truth threatens to surface live on television. Can he solve the riddle of the mysterious painting that may hold the key to his family's future? This 320-page paperback edition, published by Scholastic UK in London, is perfect for readers who enjoy gripping children's literature filled with relatable characters and unexpected twists. Ideal for middle-grade readers and anyone who loves a good mystery, 'The Boy Who Fooled the World' is more than just a story of deceit; it's an exploration of self-identity and the true meaning of success. Get yours today to unravel Cole's tale of ambition and the search for redemption!

CONDITION: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781407185132
Format: Paperback
› 2 other possible Format:s available
Publisher: SCHOLASTIC UK - LONDON
Number of Pages: 320
Dimensions Width: 141mm
Height: 202mm
Spine: 21mm

The brand new, read-in-one-sitting mystery from the bestselling author of THE GOLDFISH BOY. Telling a little white lie now and then is harmless, right? But what if it leads to you being a household name and international celebrity? Cole is the boy who fooled the world and finds himself trapped in a huge web of lies can he break free? Cole's family is struggling to make ends meet and he doesn't fit in with the rich kids at his school. Until the day a painting Cole made in Art class is unexpectedly spotted and sold in a posh London gallery for thousands of pounds. Suddenly, he's the toast of the international art world, invited on prime time chat shows, hailed as a boy genius! But Cole has been keeping a secret he is not the creator of the painting; the white lie he told has spiraled out of control and his world will crumble when he's exposed on live television. His family is plunged back into poverty, and there's only one way out: Cole must crack the riddle of a mysterious painting that promises the clues hidden within it will lead the solver to great riches.