Books About Missing Peoples

The Best Missing Peoples Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about missing peoples? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

The Shortlist

Our 4 Favorite Books About Missing Peoples

PathFinder
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$1697
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2014

PathFinder

By Angie Sage, Mark Zug (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the TodHunter Moon series

A young PathFinder seeks her missing friend, facing mysterious creatures and dark forces.

461 pages· 83,458 words· Est. 11.5 hour read
4.2 Goodreads · 4,906 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Alice TodHunter Moon, a young PathFinder, embarks on a perilous quest to find her friend Ferdie, rumored to be captured by sinister creatures under a malevolent Lady's command. With the help of familiar allies like Septimus Heap and Marcia Overstrand, Alice must navigate a world of new Magyk and danger. Will she uncover the truth and save her friend, or fall prey to the dark forces at play? Discover a fresh adventure in the enchanting world of Septimus Heap, where courage and friendship are the keys to survival.
Amulet Keepers
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$1248
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2015

Amulet Keepers

By Michael Northrop · Book #2 in the TombQuest series

A Death Walker threatens London. Can two friends stop the ancient evil?

192 pages· 40,589 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
4.1 Goodreads · 943 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In a London plagued by red rain and vanishing people, Alex and Ren uncover a sinister force: a Death Walker from ancient Egypt. Their perilous journey spans continents and realms, from bustling New York to eerie underground tombs. As the Death Walker's power grows, the duo races against time to thwart his dark plans. Will they succeed, or will the tombs claim them forever? Dive into this gripping sequel and explore the mysteries of ancient Egypt, where danger lurks at every turn and the stakes are life and death.
The Case of the Lost Boy
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$1398
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2010

The Case of the Lost Boy

A detective dog must solve the mystery of his missing family and a vanished boy.

128 pages· 11,227 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
3.9 Goodreads · 995 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: King, a detective dog, faces a puzzling dilemma: his family is missing, and he's stuck in the pound. Adopted by a new family who calls him Buddy, he soon faces another mystery when young Connor disappears. With the help of a large dog named Mouse and a mysterious cat, King must unravel the secrets surrounding him. Can this clever canine solve the mysteries and find his way back to his beloved human? Dive into a tale of loyalty, courage, and unexpected friendships.
Eighth Grade Bites
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$2522
Chapter Book · Ages 12–15 · 2007

Eighth Grade Bites

Outcast Vlad must hide his vampire nature at school.

192 pages· 42,411 words· Est. 4 hour read
3.9 Goodreads · 38,217 ratings
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Library Binding
Summary: Thirteen-year-old Vlad juggles the trials of middle school with a dark secret: he's half-vampire. Bullies, a suspicious teacher, and unrequited love are the least of his worries when a vampire killer targets him. Can Vlad control his cravings and keep his identity hidden, or will his world unravel? As danger closes in, Vlad must confront his true nature and the legacy of his vampire father. With his life on the line, every choice could be his last. Dive into a world where adolescence meets the supernatural, and survival is anything but guaranteed.