Bringing Back Kay-Kay

Bringing Back Kay-Kay is a gripping middle-grade mystery set in modern-day India. The story follows Lena, a young girl who, for the first time, enjoys the undivided attention of her parents when her older brother, Karthik (Kay-Kay), leaves for a two-week camp. Initially relishing her newfound status as the "golden child," Lena secretly wishes Kay-Kay wouldn't return. However, when he fails to arrive as expected, Lena is overcome with guilt and fear. Kay-Kay has disappeared without a trace, and the police believe he has run away.

Determined to find him, Lena embarks on her own investigation, uncovering strange poems in his backpack, questioning people he encountered, retracing his steps, and encountering mysterious figures along the way. As she delves deeper into her brother's life, she starts to discover unsettling truths and realizes that Kay-Kay may not be the "golden child" she thought he was. The story explores themes of sibling relationships, self-worth, and the complexities of family bonds, leading to a heart-stopping revelation about Kay-Kay's disappearance.

In this suspenseful and character-driven adventure, Lena's search for her brother is not just about bringing him home but also about understanding the hidden sides of people, including herself.