Robot Island
Robot Island by Cary Fagan, published by Penguin Group on October 14, 2025, is a middle-grade novel that explores themes of adventure and self-discovery. In this story, Willis is forced to steal valuable books from a wealthy widow, leading him to seek refuge on an abandoned island inhabited by robots. The narrative unfolds as Willis navigates his challenging home life with his uncle and discovers a surprising connection between the widow and the mysterious Robot Island.
Readers will find a blend of science fiction and fantasy elements as Willis encounters square-headed robots and unravels the secrets of the island. The book delves into difficult discussions surrounding growing up and the importance of friendship, as Willis grapples with his circumstances and the consequences of his actions. With a page count of 280, this edition is presented in English and invites young readers to engage with its imaginative storyline and thought-provoking themes.
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Forced into stealing valuable books from a rich widow, Willis takes refuge on an abandoned island populated by robots in this new middle-grade novel by acclaimed writer Cary Fagan. For fans of The Wild Robot.
It isn’t bad enough that Willis has to live with his cold uncle Tod in a dusty old house of used books. He can’t even spend time with his friends Harrison and Galaxi because of the nasty after-school jobs his uncle makes him take on. But then his uncle asks him to visit an old widow lady in the mansion on the hill.
To his surprise, Willis likes Mrs. Shorthouse and even the books they read together (Little Women, Great Expectations). Meanwhile, taking a rowboat ride, Willis discovers an abandoned town from the 1950s populated by square-headed robots. What is the connection between Mrs. Shorthouse and Robot Island? What will happen after the police find out that Willis has been stealing rare books from the mansion? And when Willis turns on the electricity and the robots of Robot Island come to life, will they turn out to be friends or enemies?
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