The number one New York Times and internationally best-selling Alex Rider series is back with a vengeance in this edge-of-your-seat adventure. And this time, there's no one to save him if he makes a mistake. But protecting his home city means facing off a ruthless new enemy and putting his life at stake, again. When Alex discovers they've planned a mysterious attack on London, he will stop at nothing to take them down. A new and dangerous criminal organization - Nightshade - is rising. Alex is hoping his life can finally go back to normal, that he can go to school and spend time with his friends - but very quickly everything changes. For more information go to or watch it on the window below.Īnthony Horowitz was our Guest Editor in June 2011 - click here to see the books he chose.From internationally best-selling author Anthony Horowitz comes the 12th thrilling installment of the Alex Rider series! Follow the world's greatest teen spy as he sets off to Gibraltar after the death of Scorpia, and enters into a battle against a new criminal organization: Nightshade.įollowing the shocking events of Never Say Die, Alex Rider's world has changed: his biggest enemy, the evil organization Scorpia, has been destroyed. Click here to read more information about the author.Īnthony Horowitz discussed Russian Roulette in a special live event streamed into schools on Monday 16th June. In 2014 Anthony was awarded an OBE for Services to Literature. He has won numerous awards, including the Bookseller Association/Nielsen Author of the Year Award, the Children's Book of the Year Award at the British Book Awards, and the Red House Children's Book Award. Anthony also wrote the highly acclaimed Sherlock Holmes novels, The House of Silk and Moriarty. He was invited by the Ian Fleming estate to write the James Bond novel, Trigger Mortis and his most recent novel, Magpie Murders was a Sunday Times bestseller. He has enjoyed huge success as a writer for both children and adults. Primary TimesĪnthony Horowitz is the author of the number one bestselling Alex Rider books and the Power of Five Series. An unputdownable read with breath-taking action and enough clever plot twists to make the reader dizzy. This latest story is as exciting as its predecessors. Irish IndependentĪnthony Horowitz is second to none when it comes to writing page-turners so his fans will be thrilled to read the new Alex Rider novel. Our favourite teen spy whizzes around the world, from San Francisco to Egypt, at breakneck speed. Readers who like their adventure action packed will love the new Alex Rider novel, Never Say Die, by Anthony Horowitz. The Sunday Times, Children's Book of the Week The series not only has explosions and chases: it shows that cleverness can win. The Alex Rider stories are action adventures about defeating cartoon villains who are intent on global domination, but, although Alex is brave and athletic, what really makes him and the books special is his ingenuity. The suspense never slackens and the plot, even at its most far-fetched, is underpinned with nerdishly forensic detail, which has an irresistible how stuff works appeal. Never Say Die is one of the most dramatically ambitious of the novels so far. In the eighth book in the number one bestselling Alex Rider series by Anthony Horowitz, Alex meets international do-gooder Desmond McCain. Shortlist announced for the 2023 Klaus Flugge Prize for the most exciting newcomer to children’s picture book illustration Details Alex Riders eighth, adrenaline fueled adventure in the number one bestselling series.50 fantastic new STEM books that celebrate Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths.Refugees - 40 children's books to raise awareness for Refugee Week 19-25 June.Celebrate Elmer Day on 27 May with David McKee's colourful and inclusive picture books.Great Children's Books to read with Dad this Father's Day!.10 Books for Children to Celebrate the Windrush Generation.30 Children's Books to Celebrate World Oceans Day.burning his name in the record books alongside his modified Harley XR1200. Children's Books that celebrate brilliant teachers for National Thank a Teacher Day! Motocross legend and crazy stunt rider, Seth Enslow, is performing freestyle.The Week Junior Announces Shortlist for New Children's Book Awards.LGBTQI+ Children's Books celebrating Pride in London and Pride Month this June.
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