Books About Memory Loss

The Best Memory Loss Books for Kids

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

Spirit Hunters

By Ellen Oh · Book #1 in the Spirit Hunters series

A new home, eerie memories, and a brother acting strange. Can Harper uncover the haunting truth?

288 pages· 49,469 words· Est. 7 hour read

4.0 Goodreads · 4,024 ratings

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Summary: Harper Raine, a seventh grader, moves into a house rumored to be haunted. Her brother, Michael, starts behaving oddly, triggering Harper's unsettling déjà vu. As eerie memories surface, Harper must unravel the mystery before it's too late. Can she confront the ghosts haunting her family and uncover the truth hidden in her past? Dive into a chilling adventure where every shadow holds a secret and every memory a clue.

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2014

Listen to the Moon

By Michael Morpurgo

A lost girl, a war-torn family, and a ship's fateful journey intertwine in mystery and survival.

368 pages· 84,332 words· Est. 9.5 hour read

4.3 Goodreads · 3,809 ratings

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Summary: Merry sails on the Lusitania to reunite with her father, despite ominous warnings. Meanwhile, Alfie discovers a mysterious girl on an island, who only whispers 'Lucy.' As war looms, suspicions rise about her true identity. Are they friends or foes? In a world divided by conflict, unexpected bonds form, challenging perceptions and revealing hidden truths. Will Merry and Alfie find the answers they seek, or will the shadows of war consume them?

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2017

The Son of Neptune (Graphic Novel)

By Rick Riordan, Robert Venditti (Adapter), Antoine Dodé (Illustrator), Orpheus Collar (Illustrator) · Book #2 in the The Heroes of Olympus Graphic Novels series

A demigod with amnesia, a girl haunted by her past, and a clumsy hero face a world-threatening prophecy.

192 pages· 13,550 words· Est. 2 hour read

4.5 Goodreads · 40,309 ratings

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Summary: Percy wakes with no memory, only to learn he's a demigod hunted by relentless monsters. Hazel, once dead, carries a dark secret that endangers the world. Frank, unsure of his lineage, struggles with self-doubt and a hidden power. Together, they must navigate a camp for half-bloods, uncover their destinies, and confront a looming threat. Can they overcome their pasts and unite to save the future, or will their secrets tear them apart? Dive into a world where ancient myths collide with modern challenges, and every choice could mean life or death.

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2020

Champion of the Titan Games

By Brandon Mull · Book #4 in the Dragonwatch series

Dragons and giants clash as Seth seeks lost memories and Kendra races to stop a world takeover.

535 pages· 114,320 words· Est. 12.5 hour read

4.5 Goodreads · 9,797 ratings

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Summary: In Titan Valley, a sanctuary of enslaved dragons ruled by the Giant Queen, Seth hunts for his stolen memories while Kendra searches for him. As dragons threaten world domination, they must navigate a realm of trolls and titans. Can Kendra trust Seth in their quest for a magical talisman, or will betrayal thwart their mission? Amidst gladiator battles and dark agendas, the fate of the magical world hangs in the balance. Will they find the answers they need, or will the dark unicorn Ronodin's schemes prevail?

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2015

Grandpa's Great Escape

By David Walliams, Tony Ross (Illustrator)

A boy helps his grandfather escape a sinister care home, believing he's back in WWII.

480 pages· 46,352 words· Est. 6.5 hour read

4.3 Goodreads · 12,042 ratings

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Summary: Jack's grandfather, once a WWII Spitfire pilot, now believes he's still in the war. When he's sent to a care home run by the ominous Matron Swine, Jack must devise a bold plan to rescue him. Can Jack help Grandpa reclaim his freedom, or will they be grounded by the past? Adventure and heart collide in this daring escape tale.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

Mixed Up

By Gordon Korman

Two boys swap memories, losing their own. Can they uncover the truth before it's too late?

256 pages· 56,090 words· Est. 8 hour read

4.0 Goodreads · 1,904 ratings

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Summary: Reef and Theo are inexplicably swapping memories, losing their own in the process. For Reef, these memories are all he has left of his late mother. For Theo, they offer a glimpse of freedom from his controlling father. As their pasts unravel, they must uncover the truth behind this mysterious connection. What secrets lie within these borrowed memories, and can they reclaim their identities before they're lost forever?

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Chapter Book · Ages 13–18 · 2019

The Deceiver's Heart

By Jennifer A. Nielsen · Book #2 in the The Traitor's Game series

A memory-stripped warrior must reclaim her past to defeat a tyrant and survive looming war.

384 pages· 96,982 words· Est. 9 hour read

3.9 Goodreads · 6,786 ratings

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Summary: Kestra Dallisor wields the Olden Blade but fails to defeat the tyrant Lord Endrick, losing her memory and freedom. Simon, heartbroken, seeks to restore her rebellious spirit without magic. As war threatens, and enemies close in, Kestra and Simon must rebuild trust to survive. Can they mend their fractured bond and reclaim their destinies in a world of treachery and magic?

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Chapter Book · Ages 13–17 · 2016

The Forgetting

By Sharon Cameron · The Forgetting series

In a city of forgotten memories, one girl remembers everything. Can she uncover the truth before it's too late?

403 pages· 109,949 words· Est. 10 hour read

4.0 Goodreads · 13,521 ratings

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Summary: In Canaan, every twelve years, memories vanish in the Forgetting. Nadia, the only one who remembers, must unravel the city's secrets. As chaos looms, she and Gray, a glassblower, face an unseen threat. Can they save their world and each other before everything is forgotten?

Picture Book · 2012

My Grandpa

By Marta Altes

A young bear discovers the magic of his grandpa's world.

Ezra Jack Keats Honor (2014)

32 pages· 90 words

3.9 Goodreads · 432 ratings

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Summary: In a heartwarming tale, a young bear navigates the tender bond with his aging grandfather. As they share moments, the bear learns about love, memory, and the passage of time. What lessons will he uncover in this poignant journey through the eyes of youth and wisdom?

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

Amethyst

By Shannon Hale, Dean Hale, Asiah Fulmore (Illustrator)

A princess exiled to Earth must rediscover her magical destiny.

156 pages· 5,500 words· Est. 1 hour read

3.9 Goodreads · 922 ratings

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Summary: Amaya, once a mischievous princess of Gemworld, is banished to Earth after a magical prank goes awry. Three years later, she’s just Amy, a middle schooler with no memory of her royal past. When a prince arrives to restore her to her magical destiny, Amy must navigate a world she’s forgotten. Can she reclaim her place in Gemworld, or will her earthly life hold her back? Dive into a tale of magic, identity, and adventure as Amaya faces the ultimate challenge of rediscovering who she truly is.

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