Kidnapped – by Robert Louis Stevenson

Kidnapped is a thrilling adventure of betrayal, survival, and friendship set in 18th-century Scotland. After the death of his father, young David Balfour sets out to claim his inheritance—only to be tricked by his greedy uncle and kidnapped onto a ship bound for slavery in the American colonies. But when the ship is wrecked off the coast of Scotland, David escapes and joins forces with the bold and rebellious Alan Breck, embarking on a dangerous journey across the wild Highlands.

Adapted for Level 3 readers (~1000 headwords), this classic story offers a mix of action, political intrigue, and rich historical setting for intermediate English learners.