Released:  April 30, 2026

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Five friends. One locked school. A weekend that will change everything.

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When Jon, Melly, Frank, Joe, and Josette stay late for a harmless study session, they expect boredom—not a complete lockdown. But when every door is sealed, every exit fails, and their phones lose all signal, it becomes clear this isn’t just a mistake… it’s a trap.

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As night falls over Franklin Middle School, the familiar halls turn strange. Echoes ring from empty rooms. Lights flicker where no one should be. Whispers drift through darkened corridors. And something in the building seems to be watching.

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With fear rising and time running out, the group must rely on their wits—and each other—to uncover what’s really happening inside Franklin. But the deeper they search, the more they realize the school holds secrets far more dangerous than detention.

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Because getting locked in was only the beginning.

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Getting out may not be possible.

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Lockdown at Franklin is a gripping middle-grade thriller packed with suspense, friendship, and chilling twists that will keep readers turning pages late into the night.